West Philadelphia
West Philadelphia, or West Philly, spans from the Schuylkill River to Cobbs Creek.
Known for University City, it’s a diverse, historic area with deep cultural roots and major institutions like Penn and Drexel.
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Class of 2024 Graduate Alana Tinsley Solidified Career Choice through Transfer To Holy Family University
In the Holy Family University Stevenson Lane dorm room of Alana Tinsley, there is decorative ivy adorning the walls and ceiling. Amazon ivy that she…
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Rebuilding Together Philadelphia Has Repaired and Upgraded Over 2,000 Homes in the Region
Rebuilding Together Philadelphia is a nonprofit that partners with grassroots organizations to identify blocks and residents who would be likely participants in the free home-improvement…
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CHOP Pays $24.75M For Grays Ferry Property, Further Expanding Its Philadelphia Footprint
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia recently purchased a 3.2-acre property in Grays Ferry for $24.75 million in its latest effort to expand its Philadelphia footprint, writes…
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West Philly’s Quinta Brunson Will Star in New Animated ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Film in 2026
A new animated version of Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” is scheduled to be released in a couple years and West Philadelphia’s own…
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Four Philadelphians Make List of 58 Black Investors Who Are Changing Venture Capital Industry
Four Philadelphians have made the list of 58 Black investors who are changing the venture capital industry by focusing on funding diverse startup founders, writes…
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‘Head’ to Penn State Abington To View Acclaimed Artist’s Outdoor Sculpture
When members of the campus community and area residents hit the walking paths at Penn State Abington over the next year, they will encounter something big in…
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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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West Philly Native Quinta Brunson Wins Emmy Award For Role On ‘Abbott Elementary’
Actress Quinta Brunson did something that hasn’t been done in over 40 years when she was named the Emmy Award winner for Outstanding Lead Actress…
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A Transit Titan Departs: Bucks County’s Pat Deon Ends His SEPTA Journey
Bucks County politician Pat Deon is stepping down as the head of SEPTA’s board, a role he has held since 1999, writes Chris Compendio for…
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CHOP CEO Madeline Bell to Receive 2023 William Penn Award
Madeline Bell, President and CEO of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, will receive the 2023 William Penn Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a business…
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3 Philadelphia Restaurants Land on Esquire’s ‘Best New Restaurants in America’ List
When going to different dining establishments across the country, one can find that radical authenticity has seen a major surge, reports Kevin Sintumuang for Esquire.…
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2 Philadelphia Dining Spots Make Eater Philly’s “Best New Restaurants in America” List #2
Eater Philly has released its 2023 “Best New Restaurants in America” list, and two Philadelphia restaurants have found their way onto the exclusive list. Honeysuckle…
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Reviewers Weighed in on Wawa’s Pizza. Here’s What Folks Think Out on the Street
Experts are weighing in from all over on Wawa’s new pizza offering, but what does the average Wawa customer think?’ Billy Penn at WHYY took…
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Philadelphia Rapper Strives to Serve His Community, Opens Daycare
When Anthony “Dappa” Samuels resigned from his accounting job in 2017, it coincided with a new career endeavor, writes Abigail Adams for People. A…
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West Philly’s AQUA Waterproof Headwear Revolutionizes Haircare for Black Women
AQUA Waterproof Headwear offers headgear for Black women that is the perfect fusion of flair and practicality allowing them to be active without worrying about…
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Philadelphia’s ‘Museum Doctor’ Is Remembered for Passion for Historic Buildings
Peter Saylor, a Philadelphia architect and civic leader, recently passed away at the age of 81. He is remembered for his passion for renovating historic…
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C&N Promotes Tom Howley to Vice President and Commercial Lending Relationship Manager II
C&N announces that Thomas Howley has been promoted to Vice President and Commercial Lending Relationship Manager II, based in Doylestown. Howley has been with C&N…
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Jenkintown Doctor Who Targeted Living to 100 Succumbs Prior to the Milestone
Jenkintown physician Henry Litvin passed at age 99, reported Gary Miles in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Litvin was born in the Wynnefield section of West Philadelphia.…
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