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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Unleashing the Power of Control Systems in Meeting Rooms with Haverford Systems
Considering all the advancements in AV technology over the past couple of decades, how we control such technology and devices is equally innovative. Control systems…
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BUCKSCO Careers – Independence Blue Cross
Headquartered in Philadelphia, Independence Blue Cross is the leading health insurance company in southeastern Pennsylvania and, with its affiliates, serves more than 8 million people…
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Two PECO Power Plants, Relics from Philadelphia’s Industrial Past, About to Become Hubs Once Again
Two relics from Philadelphia’s industrial past — the PECO power plant next to Penn Treaty Park and the F.A. Poth Brewery at 31st and Jefferson…
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Twist of Fate: Philly Pretzel Factory Merges with Pretzel Pretzel, Unveils Franchising Options
Bensalem-based Philly Pretzel Factory will be merging with the Pretzel Pretzel chain shortly, and several locations will be available for franchising, writes Jessica Rogen for…
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Doylestown Health Pursues Game-Changing Merger with Penn Medicine
In a major move, Doylestown Health is pursuing a merger with The University of Pennsylvania Health System to further expand the presence of Penn Medicine…
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Meet the Heroic Dog Who Saved a Philadelphia Neighborhood From A Gas Leak, Potential Explosion
A 4-year-old husky named Kobe is being called a hero after he saved a neighborhood from a gas leak that could have led to an…
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Sister-Owned Be WellFed Meal Service Company Began in Mother’s Bucks County Kitchen
The origin of sister-owned healthy meal service company WellFed began in Bucks County, writes Ali Mohsen for BillyPenn. Adrianna Hecht and Laurenza Giosa started…
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Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views
Independence Blue Cross has added external LED lighting to its headquarters at 1901 Market Street in Center City, enlivening the Philadelphia skyline in a bright,…
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An Eastern University Grad’s Journey from Cambodian Refugee to Changing Lives as a Philadelphia Principal
While the journey from Cambodia to America was never easy, Daniel Sophara Peou, a 1997 graduate of Eastern University, has allowed his story to shape…
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Audacy Officially Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
After working diligently to avoid this course of action, Audacy has begun a prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection proceeding, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia…
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A Decade After Making Little League World Series History, Mo’ne Davis is On a Mission to Bring More Professional Women’s Sports to Hometown Philly
In August 2014, Philadelphia native Mo’ne Davis made headlines as her baseball team won the Little League World Series with her as the starting pitcher…
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From Bucks County Trainer to Football Trailblazer, Maggie Bermudez Breaks Glass Ceilings
Bucks County personal trainer Maggie Bermudez is breaking glass ceilings as a professional football player, according to The Reporter. As a rookie on the…
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Tolls Likely to Continue Increasing for 30 Years
Pennsylvania Turnpike rates went up again on Sunday, and this trend is not about to stop anytime soon, writes Jon Delano for CBS News. Pennsylvania…
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Meridian Bank’s Executive Vice President of SBA Lending is a Team Player Both in and Out of the Workplace
Meridian Bank Executive Vice President Rocco Perate is a team player both in and out of the workplace. As the leader of the SBA Lending…
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WSFS Celebrates Grand Opening of 1818 WSFS Bank Place Banking Office and Wiss Fiss Lounge
WSFS Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its banking office and the accompanying Wiss Fiss Lounge, marking another chapter in the bank’s commitment to…
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DelVal and Penn State Abington Partner to Offer Pathway to Criminal Justice Careers
Delaware Valley University and Penn State Abington announced today that they have reached an agreement to create a “4 + 1 Pathway Program.” This program…
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Bucks County Leadership: Margaret Harkins, Dean of Nursing, Holy Family University
Margaret Harkins, DNP, MBE, MSN, GNP-BC, RN-BC, dean of nursing at Holy Family University, grew up in Philadelphia as the daughter of Scottish immigrants. She…
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Optimizing Learning with Haverford Systems’ Lecture Capture Solutions
Fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment begins with accessibility. In the Philadelphia region, educators are achieving this through the use of lecture capture systems.…
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