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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Suffragette Leader Alice Paul Spent Time at Swarthmore College
Actor Maya Keleher had no idea the impact Alice Paul had in the women’s suffragette movement until she got the chance to play her in…
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Philadelphia’s Cost of Living Significantly Below Some of Its Suburban Counterparts, New Research Finds
Philadelphia’s cost of living is up to 26 percent lower than that of some of its suburban enclaves, found new GOBankingRates research, according to a…
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Tanner Rouse, Delaware County’s New DA, Outlines His Goals
Tanner Rose will be sworn in as Delaware County’s new district attorney on Jan. 5. He replaces predecessor Jack Stollsteimer, who won a county judgeship…
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Community Legal Services to Relocate After 30 Years On Chestnut Street
Community Legal Services will be relocating from its longtime home next year as it recently signed a new 13-year lease at a new location, writes…
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Book Excerpt: A Brief History of the Mummers Parade: A Philadelphia Tradition Since 1901
The following is an excerpt from Greater Philadelphia and the World (Vol.3), the third of a three-volume book series. The Greater Philadelphia: A New History…
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Why Broad Street Is Such a Big Part of the Mummers Parade’s Identity
The Mummers Parade, which has been an annual New Year’s Day staple in Philadelphia since 1901, has a rich history. From the very beginning, the…
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A Haverford College Student Created a Network to Support Student Journalism
There’s a need out there for more resources to support college journalists in the Philadelphia region, and one network, created by Haverford College senior Jackson…
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Local Filmmaker Returns with Micro-Budget Comedy Set in West Chester
Independent filmmaker Michael Zolomij is coming back to West Chester with his latest short comedy film, Becoming The Man: A Prequel, an eight-minute exploration of…
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
I was born and raised in Haverford Township, and somehow it took me until my 40s to finally visit the historic Grange Estate. I’ve driven…
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Philadelphia Stands Out as Lone Major City in Top 20 Most Popular Housing Markets of 2025
Philadelphia made Zillow’s list of the most popular real estate markets of 2025 and was the only large city included among the predominantly midsize markets,…
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Here’s Your Recap of What Restaurants in Bucks County Closed This Year
This year, Bucks County unfortunately had to say farewell to several great restaurants in the area, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. In…
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Local Developer Plans Mixed-Use Project After Prime Fishtown Site Acquisition
Philadelphia-based development company Eclipse Development recently acquired a prime Fishtown development site and is planning a four-story mixed-use building there, writes Paul Schwedelson for the…
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The Arc of Chester County CEO & Industry Leader, Jeanne Meikrantz, Announces Retirement
After an impressive 45-year career in the human services industry, Jeanne Meikrantz, the Chief Executive Officer of The Arc of Chester County for the last…
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How Did Philadelphia Beat Out 40 Other Locations for DrinkPak’s Newest Manufacturing Facility?
Philadelphia is the city that canned beverage company DrinkPak chose to build its new coast-to-coast manufacturing network, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Wonder Cuts Ribbon in Media, With Eyes Toward Drexel Hill in Rapid Expansion
A Wonder food hall opened Thursday in Media Borough in the Promenade at Granite Run, writes Torin Sweeney for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Media Wonder…
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Norwegian Jewel Sets Sail from Tinicum: How to Reserve Your Cabin on Philadelphia’s Newest Cruise Route
The excitement surrounding the region’s new cruise ship terminal near the airport in Tinicum, Delaware County keeps building, and now it’s official: Delaware Valley travelers…
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
The year 2025 was marked by moments that dominated headlines and conversations nationwide — from TikTok nearly being banned and the viral Coldplay concert clip,…
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Philly-Based Behavioral Health Practice Management Platform Raises $35M in Venture Capital Funding
Philadelphia-based behavioral health practice management platform Ritten has raised $35 million in venture capital funding to expand its business, writes John George for the Philadelphia…
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