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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Doro Bet Named Best Restaurant in Philadelphia By USA Today
USA Today has compiled its inaugural list of the Restaurants of the Year, with 47 entries on the list across the U.S. Doro Bet has…
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PECO Names Dave Velazquez Its Next CEO; Mike Innocenzo Promoted to COO of Exelon
PECO has named Dave Velazquez its next President and Chief Executive Officer, as Mike Innocenzo has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating…
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Legendary Philly Basketball Coach Speedy Morris Remains Involved In the Sport, Despite Battle With Parkinson’s
Speedy Morris is one of the greatest basketball coaches in Philadelphia history, but in 2017, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, writes Alex Coffey for The…
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Comcast Spectacor Has Major Plans for South Philadelphia Sports Complex
Comcast Spectacor recently unveiled plans for a major mixed-use development at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Bucks County Leadership: Joe Watson, Former Philadelphia Flyers Defenseman
Joe Watson, the former defenseman for the Philadelphia Flyers who lives in Media with his wife Jamie, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about his childhood in…
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Philadelphia Marketer Janesha Moore To Launch Program To Help Diverse Creators Make Their Mark
Janesha Moore, who has earned more than $100,000 through affiliate marketing programs on Amazon and LTK, is preparing to launch a program that will help…
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Homeowners in the Philadelphia Area Stay in Their Homes Longer Than Most Other Cities
Homeowners in the Philadelphia metropolitan area are staying in their homes longer than in most other cities and the country as a whole, writes Michaelle…
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These Are Some of the Notable New Restaurants That Have Opened in Philadelphia Recently
Many new dining and drinking establishments opened in Philadelphia in the last three months, some of them costing upward of $10 million, writes Michael Klein…
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Penn State Great Valley Student Using MBA, Graduate Certificates to Pivot Career
Penn State Great Valley MBA student Jessie Whiteman came to two important realizations around the same time: One, most career advancement opportunities that interested her required…
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Nike To Open First Jordan Brand World of Flight U.S. Store in Center City
Nike is planning to open its first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight Store in Center City, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. The…
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A Montgomery County Native Is the Barber for Sports Stars, Including Travis Kelce
Pat Regan grew up in Rockledge and graduated from La Salle College High School, but these days he is living a glitzier life as the…
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Philadelphia Metro Tops the Charts for Highest Cost of Living in Pennsylvania
While the average cost of living for a family of four in Pennsylvania comes in at $87,500, if you live in the Philadelphia metro area,…
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Bucks County Leadership: Dr. Michael Mittelman, President, Salus University
Dr. Michael H. Mittelman, president of Elkins Park-based Salus University, spoke to BUCKSCO Today about growing up in Long Island, where he rode his bike…
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The Power of Quiet: How Haverford Systems’ Sound Masking Is Protecting Privacy in Philadelphia Workplaces
In an area where financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and large corporations are headquartered, confidentiality is crucial. Every conversation holds the potential for sensitive information to…
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Bensalem’s Parx Casino Considered the Luckiest in Pennsylvania
Bensalem’s Parx Casino is considered the luckiest in The Keystone State according to an analysis of Trip Advisor reviews, writes Damon C. Williams for the…
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Ringing Rocks Park Is Among Best Day Trips from Philadelphia for Nature Lovers
Ringing Rocks Park in Bucks County is one of the best day trips from Philadelphia for nature lovers, according to Better Living. The park is…
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Philadelphia is One of the 50 Most Coveted Cities For Renters, New Study Finds
RentCafe has released its first rental activity report of the year, ranking the top 150 U.S. cities based on renters’ intent to move. Philadelphia found…
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Chester County Restaurant One of Most Reliable Places to Eat in Region
One Chester County restaurant found its place among the unsung heroes in the Philadelphia region who consistently deliver high-quality food, writes Michael Klein for The…
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