Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America’s freedom, is a city of firsts, boasting the nation’s first library, hospital, and zoo. It’s a hub for education, economy, arts, and sports, reflecting a rich cultural diversity.
The city’s economic prowess is evident in its status as Pennsylvania’s largest and the United States’ ninth-largest metropolitan economy. The city’s skyline, filled with globally renowned commercial skyscrapers, reflects its thriving business environment.
With 18 four-year universities and colleges, Philadelphia stands as one of the nation’s leading centers for higher education and academic research.
Philadelphia’s cultural landscape is as diverse as its history. Hosting more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other city in the nation, it’s a hub for arts, culture, and cuisine.
Despite challenges, the city’s spirit thrives, resonating with history, innovation, and community.
Explore our archive of nearly 200 stories about Philadelphia’s residents, entrepreneurs, sports heroes (and vilians!) schools, and businesses below:
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American Community Journals, the Parent Company of BUCKSCO Today, Seeks Editor/Writer
American Community Journals (ACJ) — the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, DELCO Today, and BUCKSCO Today — is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and…
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Holy Family University Accepting Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Check
State Senator Jimmy Dillon, State Representative Pat Gallagher, and City Councilmember Michael Driscoll will present Anne Prisco, president of Holy Family University, with a check…
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Penn State Abington Senior Presents Research on Black Men’s Dating Preferences at Baltimore Conference
Penn State Abington senior Dante Thomas recently won two awards for his undergraduate research project, “Black Men’s Romantic Partner Preferences: Exploring How Race and Color…
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Manor College Grad, Having Puzzled Together the Intricacies of Law, to Embark on Career of Service
Kaylyn Flanagan felt lost. She wanted to study law ever since taking a class about government at St. Hubert Catholic High School for Girls in…
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Despite Decline in Sales, Home Prices in Philadelphia Area Continue to Climb Due to Low Inventory
A continuously low inventory in the Philadelphia area is causing home prices to continue growing even with a sharp decline in sales, writes Ryan Sharrow…
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Stephen Starr Opening New Restaurant in Miami with New York City Restaurateur
Philadelphia-based restaurateur Stephen Starr has formed an unlikely partnership with famed New York City restaurateur Keith McNally, and the pair are currently preparing to open…
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Delaware River Basin Commission Completes Water Storage Study Supporting Resilience Planning
The Delaware River Basin Commission has released a review of future water storage options for the Delaware River Basin, “Evaluation of Additional Storage in the Delaware…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Most Popular American Cities to Visit Now
Philadelphia is currently one of the most popular travel destinations among the nation’s cities, writes Teena Apeles for Stacker. Stacker ranked the top 25 most…
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Another Hit for Villanova’s Oakwell Mansion as Its Treasured Contents Go to Auction
The much-disputed future of the Oakwell Estate in Villanova looks increasingly grim for former owner (and now rental tenant) John Bennett. He’s putting its treasured…
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SEPTA Proposes Rideshare Service for ‘Microtransit Zones’ in Philadelphia Suburbs
SEPTA is planning to implement its own answer to Uber and Lyft, an on-demand rideshare service that would cover areas in the Philadelphia suburbs where…
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America’s First Animal Shelter, Located in Bucks County, Celebrates 154th Anniversary
An animal shelter in Bucks County is celebrating a major milestone, as well as their part in the history of pet safety in America. The…
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Meridian Bank House of the Week: European-Influenced Estate in Washington Crossing
A unique estate is up for sale in Bucks County, and those looking for a great place to live are in for a great surprise.…
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Looking to Get Outside? Here’s How You Can Celebrate ‘Trails Day’ in Bucks County
For those looking to see the great outdoors in Bucks County, an upcoming celebration might be the perfect occasion to enjoy local trails. The Bucks…
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Center City’s Economy is Recovering, But Some Areas Are Still Not Back to Pre-pandemic Levels
Thanks to its mix of residential, office, retail, medical, and entertainment buildings, Center City’s economy has been successfully recovering from the pandemic, but the bounce…
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Philadelphia Tops List of Cities Where Inflation Is Rising Most
Philadelphia came out on the top among the nation’s 22 largest metropolitan areas based on where inflation is rising the most, according to a recently…
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Bucks County Leadership: Dr. Margo DelliCarpini, Chancellor, Penn State Abington
Margo DelliCarpini, chancellor of Penn State Abington, grew up on Long Island. She had a close bond with her grandmother, who supported her love of…
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Bucks County Representatives Look to Investigate Chemical Spill in Bristol Township
After a major chemical spill in Bucks County left the area in panic, local representatives are looking for answers as to how it happened. Staff…
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Washington Post: Jalen Hurts Secures Latest Megadeal for NFL Quarterback with Eagles
Thanks to his new five-year, $255 million contract extension with Philadelphia Eagles, Jalen Hurts has become the league’s highest-paid player, wrote Nicki Jhabvala and Mark…
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