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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Penn State Great Valley Software Engineering Student Overcomes Odds To Code for Amazon in Internship
Penn State Great Valley student Daniel Kumankumah found great success as a Software Engineering Intern, but his journey included challenges and triumphs, beginning with the…
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New Social Club for Car Enthusiasts Coming to Fishtown
Car enthusiasts will find a new home away from home in Philadelphia when Cannonball Club, a collector car warehouse and club, opens in Fishtown next…
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Bucks County New Age Shops Fulfill Your Metaphysical Needs
The popularity of all things New Age is on the rise in the Philadelphia region, with an increasing number of people exploring interests in tarot…
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8 Key Features of a Successful Affiliate Marketing Program for Philadelphia Businesses
Affiliate marketing has taken the digital world by storm, and it’s no surprise why. For businesses in Philadelphia, tapping into affiliate marketing offers a goldmine…
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Jason Kelce Duets With Legendary Female Artist in Upcoming Christmas Album
For Jason Kelce, working with Stevie Nicks on his latest Christmas album was “unreal,” writes Escher Walcott for People Magazine. During an Oct. 30 New…
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Bucks County Leadership: Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer, WSFS Bank
Candice Caruso, Chief Consumer Lending Officer at WSFS Bank, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Elkins Park, where she watched her family manage…
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Have a $1 Million House Budget? Here’s What It Can Get You in Philadelphia
As home prices continue to rise across the Greater Philadelphia region, having a seven-digit budget isn’t getting you as far as it would in the…
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Plans to Upgrade Trenton-Mercer Airport Begin Despite Protests from Some Local Residents
Work on the long-awaited plans to enhance and expand Trenton-Mercer Airport, first announced in 2018, has finally begun, writes Lacey Latch for the Bucks County…
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VFTCB Celebrates Sold-Out Annual Lunch with Record-Breaking Tourism Report, Guest Speaker Mick Ebeling
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) shared an optimistic outlook for tourism in Montgomery County with 650 attendees at the organization’s Annual Luncheon…
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Penn State Great Valley Grad Student Works with Research Team To Strengthen Nonprofits’ Cybersecurity
Anivesh Sinha, a student in Penn State Great Valley’s master of Science in Information Science program, is working with a team of faculty and students to…
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Swing (or Zip) into Fall and Holiday Adventure at Refreshing Mountain Retreat and Adventure Center
Fall is in full swing: Trees are showing off their brightest colors before the permanent winter chill sets in, and the crisp air is the…
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PECO Powers the Arts with $150,000 in Grants for 19 Community-Based Organizations
PECO has awarded more than $150,000 in grants to 19 cultural institutions and arts nonprofits in the Greater Philadelphia area through the PECO Powering the…
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Wall Street Journal: The State’s Highest-Ranked College is Located in Philadelphia
The latest Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2025 ranking is officially out now, ranking the top colleges in the nation, writes The Wall Street Journal. Of…
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From WrestleMania to the World Cup: How Philadelphia Lands Some of the World’s Largest Events
For more than 25 years, Maria Grasso has played a key role in establishing Philadelphia as a premier destination for meetings, from the Republican National…
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‘Free Exercise’ Documentary on Religious Liberty Makes Philadelphia Premiere on Tuesday
During the summer of 1844, rising anti-Catholic sentiment in Philadelphia boiled into the streets of Kensington and Southwark, leaving 14 dead and dozens injured. It…
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Senior at Abington Friends School Receives Inaugural Jack Goldenberg Scholarship
Abington Friends School senior Angela Stevens is one of the inaugural winners of the Jack Goldenberg Scholar-Athlete Award sponsored by the Philadelphia Jewish Sports Hall of…
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The 150-Year Legacy of Ivyland’s Beloved Country Store
The Ivyland store building, constructed in 1873 by Ivyland founder Edwin Lacey, was one of the first structures in Ivyland. It was opened and operated…
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List of Awesome Philly-Area High School Programs Includes Two from Bucks County
Philadelphia-area public schools offer a variety of innovative programs that give high schoolers the jump-starts and specialized attention they need to reach their full potential,…
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