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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Swiss Patient Returns to Penn Medicine Following Life-Changing Double Hand Transplant
Luka Krizanac, a patient from Switzerland, recently returned to Philadelphia for a visit to Penn Medicine, the hospital where he underwent a life-changing double hand…
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Six Chester County Suburbs Named Among the Best in the Philadelphia Region
In a recent ranking of the twenty-five best suburbs in the greater Philadelphia area, six Chester County towns and suburbs placed in the top fifteen,…
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Philadelphia Makes Significant Jump in Ranking of World’s Top Startup Ecosystems, Now Top 15
Philadelphia now ranks among the top 15 startup ecosystems in the world, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The city jumped up 12…
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Insurance Giant to Join Center City Skyline With New 18-Story Philadelphia Headquarters
Chubb, the insurance giant, is set to be the newest member of Philadelphia’s skyline in Center City, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Ridley Park Couple Find E-Bike Joy, Start a Rental Business
A Ridley Park woman who lost her job in the Crozer Health closings is now pouring her energies into E-bike rentals with her husband, reports…
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Philly’s Love & Honey Fried Chicken Opens First Franchise Location in Newtown
The beloved Philadelphia take-out joint, Love & Honey Fried Chicken, opened their first franchise location in Newtown, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new eatery is…
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Ballers Raises $20M Ahead of High-End Sports Concept Opening in Fishtown, More Locations Planned
Ballers, preparing to open its flagship high-end sports concept at The Battery in Fishtown, has raised $20 million in Series A financing to support its…
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Philadelphia-Based Five Below, Along With Dollar Tree and Other Retailers, Purchase Over 150 Party City Stores
Philadelphia-based discount chain Five Below, along with Dollar Tree, acquired 148 former Party City locations as the party supply store — as part of its…
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Sojo Industries Secures $40 Million in Funds, Plans to Double Bucks County Footprint
Bristol-based Sojo Industries has raised $40 million as part of a Series B tranche and plans to double its Bucks County footprint, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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This Shopping Center Named Among Best in Nation by USA Today
Peddler’s Village in Lahaska has been recognized as one of the best shopping centers in the country by USA Today, writes Jeff Werner for the…
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Philadelphia Homebuyers Face More Competition Than Most Other Areas of the Country
Philadelphia area homebuyers, along with those across the Northeastern United States, face among the stiffest competition compared to other parts of the nation, writes Michaelle…
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5 Delaware County Communities Make Top 25 Best Places to Live
Five Delaware County communities made a top 25 list compiled by Stacker of the best places to live in the Philadelphia area. One of the…
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What I Learned from Losing Everything on Father’s Day
Twenty years ago, on Father’s Day 2005, my daughters and I experienced unimaginable loss when a fire destroyed our home. While we were fortunate that…
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Wayne Real Estate Investor Sued Over Alleged Fraudulent Brandywine Hospital Lease
Addiction treatment provider Banyan is suing Wayne-based Actus for allegedly tricking it into signing a fake lease at the former Brandywine Hospital campus, writes John…
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Armstrong Middle School to Install Solar Panels Thanks to State-Funded Grant
One Bucks County school will receive a solar panel grant as part of the state’s Solar for Schools program, writes Kristen A. Graham for The…
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An N.C. Wyeth Painting Used in 1929 Good Housekeeping Story Auctioned to Help Chadds Ford Church
An N.C. Wyeth painting used as an illustration for a 1929 Good Housekeeping story was auctioned June 8. Funds raised from the sale will help…
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Doylestown-Based McCartney Foundation Benefits Hearing-Impaired, Special-Needs Communities
A nonprofit in Bucks County, inspired by the life and legacy of a pioneering educator, is carrying forward a family’s mission to uplift the deaf…
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Mayor Parker Tours Southwest Philadelphia’s Massive New Amazon Facility, Promotes It As ‘Anchor’
Mayor Cherelle Parker was recently joined by Amazon executives and representatives from ACANA, to tour the new Amazon facility in Southwest Philadelphia, writes Sherry Stone…
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