Philadelphia
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Uptick in Hotel Occupancy Signals ‘Continued Recovery and Growth’ in Philly’s Travel, Hospitality Sector
Hotel occupancy in Philadelphia’s urban core reached 73 percent between May 25 and August 31, which is a 9.5 increase over the same period last year, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. According to Visit Philly officials, this “upward trend in hotel occupancy and demand” signals “continued recovery and growth in our travel and hospitality sector.”…
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Philadelphia’s Bicycle Transit Systems Acquires Wisconsin-based Trek’s BCycle
Bicycle Transit Systems, which operates Philadelphia’s Indego bike share system, recently agreed to acquire Trek’s BCycle business, writes David Schuyler for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Through it, Bicycle Transit Systems will acquires all of BCycle’s contracts, software, hardware and future product development. BCycle is a Wisconsin-based bike sharing system operator and vendor of e-bikes and…
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These Philadelphians Are Among Local Contenders for This Year’s Nobel Prizes
Predictions for who might win this year’s Nobel Prizes are pouring in, and several local Philadelphia researchers are on the list, writes Alison McCook for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One of the contenders is Penn’s Carl June, the pioneer of a genetic engineering technique CAR-T and the winner of the Breakthrough Prize – dubbed the “Oscars…
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5 of the Fastest-Growing Companies in the Region Are Headquartered in Philadelphia
The Philadelphia Business Journal has released this year’s Fast 50 companies of the fastest-growing companies in the region based on average two-year revenue growth, writes Lisa Dukart for the publication. Five of the top 25 fastest-growing companies in the region are headquartered in Philadelphia. No. 13 – Agile Brains Consulting – The management and technology…
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See Where New Survey Ranks Philadelphia Among the Best Coffee Cities in America
Coffee is among the most popular drinks to consume, as a recent survey by the National Coffee Association found that about 67 percent of Americans drink coffee daily, writes Adam McCann for WalletHub. With some coffee scenes stronger than others, WalletHub compared the 100 largest cities across 12 indicators of coffee lover-friendliness. Among the indicators…
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WSJ: This Laundromat in Philadelphia Provides Much More Than Clean Clothes
Hybrid laundromats are becoming more prevalent throughout the United States, writes Mariana Trujillo Valdes for The Wall Street Journal. Brian Holland, chairman of the Coin Laundry Association, highlights that, “It’s not your grandfather’s laundromat anymore.” Nowadays, some laundromats boast bars, cafes, bakeries, and bookstores. Holland is also a founder of the Laundry Café, which has…
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HRP Group Wants to Expand Port of Philadelphia Into the Bellwether District
Chicago-based HRP Group has set aside 300 acres of the 1,300-acre Bellwether District for a potential Port of Philadelphia expansion, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. HRP Group is hoping to set up a formal partnership with PhilaPort regarding the land located west of the Schuylkill River. While high-level talks between the two…
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Dominican-born Philly Comedian Che Guerrero Shares His Journey Growing Up Undocumented Through Comedy
Che Guerrero, a Philadelphia-based comedian, grew up undocumented and uses his comedic chops to teach others about it, writes Marcella Baietto for CBS News Philadelphia. His main motivation is sharing details about what it means to grow up undocumented. “People usually think that being undocumented means you don’t have papers at all,” Guerrero said. “You…
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Philadelphia’s 2024 Homicide Rate On Pace for Among Lowest in City History
Philadelphia’s homicide rate is on pace for a historic low this year, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. This is based on the latest data provided by the Philadelphia Police Department. According to the statistics, homicides are down 40 percent in Philadelphia compared to the same time period last year. Back in April, those same…
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Indie Boutiques Like Boyds in Philadelphia Keep Attracting Luxury Buyers
Despite the long-held belief that high-end department-store chains and elite online retailers along with brands’ own shops would mark the end of independently operated fashion emporiums, the reality is significantly different, writes Christina Binkley for the Robb Report. Many indie boutiques continue to lure luxury buyers away from department stores to great success. Boyds in…
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Forbes Gives a Philadelphia Luxury Hotel, Restaurant and Spa 5-Star Ratings
A Philadelphia luxury hotel and a fine dining restaurant have received a five-star rating from Forbes Travel Guide for the second year in a row, while a local spa also received a five-star designation, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Rittenhouse Hotel and Jean-Georges Philadelphia were the respective luxury hotel and restaurant,…
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Student at Science Leadership Academy is Philadelphia’s Newest Youth Poet Laureate
Malaya Ulan, a junior at the Science Leadership Academy at Beeber, is Philadelphia’s newest Youth Poet Laureate, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. Ulan is a 16-year-old Filipino-American artist whose background goes far beyond just poetry. She is also experienced in dance, film, and painting. She has performed at the Barnes Foundation, Asian Arts Initiative, and…
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Philadelphia’s Wine Landscape Changing for the Better, These Local Bars Are Proof
Philadelphia’s wine scene had long lagged behind the city’s celebrated restaurants, but the situation has changed in recent years and the wine bar scene is finally thriving, writes Regan Stephens for Food & Wine. A plethora of new and exciting wine bars have provided oenophiles with plenty of places where they can enjoy their favorite…
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26-Year History of the Wing Bowl Will Be Subject of New Documentary
A pair of Philadelphia-based filmmakers are producing a new documentary of the history of the Wing Bowl, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Pat Taggart, one of the filmmakers, attended a Wing Bowl competition in the past and has since become a big of an expert on it. He joked that the competition is…
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The Athletic: Joel Embiid Signs 3-Year, $192.9 Million Contract Extension with the Sixers
Joel Embiid has agreed to and signed a max 3-year, $192.9 million contract extension with the Philadelphia 76ers, writes The Athletic staff. The new extension kicks in at the start of the 2026-27 season and includes a player for the 2028-29 season. In total, Joel Embiid is essentially on a five-year deal with an overall…
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Philadelphia Continues to Lose Residents After Decades of Considerable Gains
After two decades of regaining some of its residents, Philadelphia is once again seeing its population shrink, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. After a five-decade-long population slide, the city gained 8,456 residents from 2000 to 2010. In the next decade, Philadelphia added 77,791 to that number. However, the growth curve has reversed in the…
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Enjoy Family Hiking Trips at These Top Hiking Trails in Philadelphia for Kids
Family hiking trips offer the perfect opportunity to fully enjoy the crisp air and crunchy leaves of fall, writes Maureen Rayburn for Mommy Poppins. Luckily, there are several hiking trails in Philadelphia that are family-friendly and can accommodate family members of all ages – including those in strollers. John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum…
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Celebrate Oktoberfest at These Fun Events Throughout Philadelphia
Oktoberfest is nearly upon us, and with it come many popular local celebrations and some newcomers to make sure you have a great time while enjoying a giant stein and a delicious soft pretzel, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. On September 21, the 16th Annual South Street Oktoberfest — organized by Brauhaus Schmitz —…
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