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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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Gives Out-of-This-World Performance at VMAs, Wins Song of Year Award
After giving an out-of-this-world performance at the 40th VMAs, Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter won the award for the Song of the Year for her mega-hit…
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Why Philadelphia’s Marketing Leaders are Shifting Budgets to Content Partnerships
As traditional marketing methods continue to lose momentum and impact, Philadelphia marketing leaders are leveraging the power of content partnerships to command consumer attention and…
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Kamala Harris Is in Philly to Debate and Post Philly-Themed Ads
If you want a Philadelphian to vote, mention food. That seems to be part of the Harris campaign strategy here in the Philadelphia region as…
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Philadelphia Region Continues to Shed Tech Jobs
A new report from CBRE found that the Philadelphia region lost around 10,000 tech jobs in the last five years, making it harder to retain…
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Global Careers Institute To Be Held at Penn State Great Valley with a Focus on Graduate Students
Penn State Global and Penn State Great Valley will co-host the first-ever Penn State Global Careers Institute at the Great Valley campus in Malvern on Sept. 27…
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The Beatles Played Their First Show in Philadelphia in Front of Ecstatic Crowd 60 Years Ago
September 2 marked 60 years since the Beatles played their first show in Philadelphia in front of 12,000 ecstatic fans, and the whole concert was…
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American Community Journals Seeks Editor for BUCKSCO Today
American Community Journals — the parent company of BUCKSCO Today, MONTCO Today, VISTA Today, DELCO Today, and PHILADELPHIA Today — is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented,…
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Bingo’s Foundation in Penndel Is Looking for Some Cat Lovers
Bingo’s Foundation in Penndell had a chance this past weekend to introduce their cats to a loving public at its first Clear the Shelters Day…
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Philmont Country Club to Pay $9.1M to Family of Golf Pro Killed by Fallen Tree
Philmont Country Club near Huntingdon Valley was ordered by a Philadelphia jury to pay $9.1 million to the family of Justin Riegel, writes Abraham Gutman…
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Downingtown’s Beloved De La Terre BYOB Closes Its Doors
Seemingly unexpected, De La Terre BYOB, a popular French restaurant in Downingtown, closed its doors for good over the summer. In a Facebook statement by…
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New Barnes & Noble Store in Doylestown Officially Opens Its Doors with Ribbon Cutting
The new Barnes & Noble store at the Barn Plaza in Doylestown officially opened with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday to an enthusiastic crowd of…
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MaGerk’s Pub & Grill Expands to Bucks and Montgomery Counties with New Location in Middletown Township
Horsham mainstay MaGerk’s Pub & Grill is expanding its presence in Bucks and Montgomery Counties with new locations in Middletown Township and Royersford, writes Dino…
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Wall Street Journal: How Philadelphia is Helping Renters Combat Nationwide Eviction Surge
The city of Philadelphia has helped thousands of renters get spared from eviction through its eviction diversion program, writes Will Parker for The Wall Street…
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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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Firstrust Banks Partners with African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ & DE, Expands Financial Resources for Black Businesses
Firstrust Bank has partnered with the African-American Chamber of Commerce of PA, NJ, and DE to support local entrepreneurs with trusted financial resources to foster…
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PHLCVB Publishes New Roadmaps for Meeting Planners, International Travel Suppliers
The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau has released its latest publications aimed at aiding meeting and event planners and international travel suppliers and tour operators…
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Penn Jersey Packaging Warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia Among 3 Area Properties Acquired By KKR
Investment giant KKR recently acquired three Philadelphia-area warehouses as part of a larger $377 million acquisition, including the Penn Jersey Packaging warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia,…
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Philadelphia Schools Make Niche’s 2025 Best Colleges List
Niche has released its new 2025 Best Colleges list, and Philadelphia and its surrounding area had some representation, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business…
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