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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What a New Tinicum Cruise Port Could Mean for Delco Jobs, Tourism, and Real Estate
A new cruise terminal is coming to Delaware County, and, according to Tom Toole, team lead of Tom Toole Sales Group at RE/Max Main Line,…
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Washington Post: Oldest Surviving U.S. Warship, the Philadelphia, Receives 250th-Birthday Makeover
Philadelphia, the oldest United States surviving intact warship, which was sunk by the British in battle in 1776, is undergoing a makeover ahead of the…
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Comcast Nears $117.5M Settlement Deal in Yearslong Data Breach Lawsuit Proceedings
Comcast has reached a $117.5 million deal to settle 24 class-action lawsuits stemming from a 2023 data breach that might have impacted more than 30…
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New Steakhouse from Atlas Restaurant Group Coming to The Rittenhouse Hotel
Atlas Restaurant Group is set to open its second Philadelphia restaurant, introducing its steakhouse concept The Ruxton at The Rittenhouse Hotel, writes Emma Dooling for…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Best Startup Cities in Nation as Funding Freeze Shows Signs of Thawing
Philadelphia ranks among the top ten best startup cities that have at least 1 million residents, as the funding freeze that has lasted several years…
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Bucks County Leadership: Todd Reeves, Executive Director and CEO, Overbrook School for the Blind
Todd Reeves, Executive Director and CEO of Overbrook School for the Blind, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Oregon, where he picked pole…
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Gather Place Museum Offers Context, ‘Living History’ Truth as National Debate Emerges Over Removal of Slavery-Related Historical Plaques in Philadelphia
In response to recent national news regarding the removal of slavery-related plaques connected to President George Washington, Gather Place Museum provides a timely local perspective…
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Popular Hot Chicken Chain Opens Second Bucks County Location in Warminster
After a successful debut in Bucks County with the opening of the Bensalem location in July 2023, Asad’s Hot Chicken is now expanding its local…
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Four Seasons Philadelphia Unveils New $25K-Per-Night Sky Garden Penthouse Suite
Four Seasons Philadelphia at the Comcast Technology Center has unveiled a new collection of rooms on the 45th floor, including a Sky Garden penthouse suite…
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Remembering the Sears Tower on Roosevelt Boulevard Nearly Three Decades After its Demise
Almost three decades after the Sears Eastern Regional Catalogue Headquarters on Roosevelt Boulevard was demolished, the complex and its 14-story clock tower continues to live…
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Philadelphia Small Businesses Hope to Convert 2026 Tourism Surge into Sustained Growth
Philadelphia expects a major tourism-driven economic windfall this year, but the city needs proper strategy and preparation to ensure small businesses do not miss out,…
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Philomena Santucci’s Square Pizza in Warminster Celebrates 10 Years
Philomena Santucci’s Square Pizza in Warminster recently celebrated its 10-year anniversary with local fans and State Rep. Brian Munroe, writes Dino Ciliberti for Patch. The family-owned…
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Valley Forge & Montco Primed for a Historic Year
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), the official Destination Marketing Organization for Montgomery County, has positioned Montco for a once-in-a-generation opportunity to capitalize…
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Doylestown Health Integration Expands PennSTAR’s Critical Care Reach
Last year’s integration of Doylestown Health into the University of Pennsylvania Health System expanded the reach of PennSTAR, Penn Medicine’s critical care transportation service, according…
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How This Nearly 100-Year-Old Philadelphia Company Has Stood the Test of Time
It has been nearly 100 years since Myer “Spike” Shandelman founded Spike’s Trophies. The Philadelphia-based company has been able to survive this long due to…
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Consumers in Philadelphia Region Pull Back on Spending, Fed Reports
With strong economic growth but a slowing labor market last year, a theme of 2026 will be “waiting for clarity,” according to Federal Reserve Bank…
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Penn and BioNTech Partner on New $50M Fund for Early-Stage Life Sciences Companies
The University of Pennsylvania and global biopharmaceutical company BioNTech have launched a $50 million fund to support early-stage life science companies emerging from the university,…
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A 1965 Martin Luther King, Jr. Speech Outside Girard College Resonates With This Philadelphia Family
Learley and Curtis McAllister were 12 and 9 years old, respectively, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave a speech outside of Girard College in…
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