Philadelphia
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Philadelphia is the Best Place To Live in Pennsylvania, According to Local Real Estate Experts
Pennsylvania offers something for everyone. With its strong economy, rich history, low taxes, lush landscapes, and bustling cities, the state continues to be a popular one for newcomers, writes Dobrina Zhekova for Travel + Leisure. A group of local real estate experts ranked the top nine best places to live in Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia is…
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Two Philly-based Creators Launch Independent Comic Book Label, Plan New Comics Expo
After starting an independent comic book label, Philadelphia-based creators Don Steinberg and Rich Harrington are now looking to bring a new comics expo to the city, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Steinberg and Harrington have so far published their comic Cereal under the Boink Comix label. The six-part series is inspired by the…
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New Map Showcases Philadelphia Region’s Rich Computer History
The Compuseum, a nonprofit focused on computer history and education, is working on a map that will showcase the Philadelphia region’s impressively rich computer history, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Philadelphia’s importance in the history of electronic computing cannot be overstated. The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was developed in 1946 at the University…
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Philadelphia Lawmakers Push For State Tax Reform That Would Allow Higher Tax Rates on Wealthier Households, Commercial Buildings
Philadelphia lawmakers are pushing for a state tax reform that would allow the city to levy higher tax rates on wealthier households and commercial buildings, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. The uniformity clause, which is an obscure sentence in the Pennsylvania Constitution written more than 150 years ago, mandates that all state and local taxes…
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Fulton Bank Continues To Grow Its Presence in Philadelphia, and Eyes Further Expansion
Fulton Bank has continued to grow its presence in the Philadelphia region over the last several years, but through it all, it makes sure to continue focusing on each individual relationship, writes PHL Inno. “At Fulton, we’re big enough to provide nearly any banking services our customers may need, but at heart, we’re still a…
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Philadelphia’s Highest-Paying Jobs Are All in the Health Sector
Being a medical professional in Philadelphia pays off, as the ten highest-paying jobs in the area are all in the medical field, according to a new ranking by Stacker. To determine which jobs in Philadelphia pay the most, Stacker used Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Jobs are ranked based on their median annual pay as…
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Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Reopens
The pandemic may be less disruptive in 2024, but many residents are still feeling financial stress. As a result, the Philadelphia Water Department continues to help individuals and families access financial relief at the local, state, or federal levels. For example, thousands of eligible Philadelphians received over $13 million in water bill help through the…
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The Pitch to Bring a WNBA Team to Philadelphia
Philadelphia remains the largest city in the United States without a WNBA franchise, and many locals want that distinction to be no more, writes Harrison Cann for City & State Pennsylvania. As the fourth-largest media market for professional sports teams, Philly has a lot going for itself in hopes of bringing a new professional basketball…
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Philadelphia Tourism is Expected To See a Major Boost With Wrestlemania XL Coming To Town
As Philadelphia Eagles chief operating officer, Frank Gumienny is quite privy to the interest and popularity level of events he books at Lincoln Financial Field. This weekend’s Wrestlemania XL is one event that he has seen a high level of interest in, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “It really has become a…
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This Philadelphia Brewery Allows Customers To Make Their Own Custom Craft Beers
At My Local Brew Works in Philadelphia, co-founder Wayne Humphrey believes that smaller and hands-on is better. That ideology is the premise for allowing customers to create their own custom craft beer, writes Ronnie Koenig for Forbes. My Local Brew Works began when two local home brewers, Humphrey and Tim Montague teamed up with brewing…
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An Opening-Day Tip of the Cap to Philadelphia’s Mitchell & Ness, an Iconic Brand Synonymous with Sports History
As the Phillies and the rest of Major League Baseball swing into action this afternoon, there’s no better time to tip our caps to the legacy of Philadelphia-based Mitchell & Ness, a name synonymous with vintage sports apparel and a company that’s been as integral to the fabric of sports history as the crack of…
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These Are 10 New Restaurants in Philadelphia You Should Try, According to Philadelphia Magazine
Philadelphia has a rich dining scene and each year, more new restaurants bring its own unique flavors to the scene, writes Kae Lani Palmisano and Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. Upon visiting many new food spots across the region, Philadelphia Magazine has come up with a list of the “Philly 15.” Among the 15 new…
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Here Are 2 Cozy Bars and Restaurants in Philadelphia
The qualities that make a restaurant feel warm and cozy can range from dim flattering lights and a great playlist to strong cocktails and welcoming hospitality and service, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Philadelphia has a few restaurants that fit that description. One is The Ranstead Room. Located in Center City behind the Mexican-inspired…
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“Philly Mom” on Instagram and Visit Philadelphia Are Teaming Up to Highlight City’s Special Qualities
Olivia Herman is a Philadelphia woman who has gone viral for her “Philly Mom” character on Instagram, where she talks about all things Philly in a series of viral and entertaining posts. Well, she is now teaming up with Visit Philadelphia to spotlight the city uniquely, reports Christie Ileto for 6abc. She is working at…
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Philadelphia Now Among Top 10 Most Sought-After Cities For Apartment Renters
Thanks to a soar in rental activity in February, Philadelphia is now among the 10 most sought-after cities for renters, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to the newest monthly report from RentCafe, which measures website traffic for listings in the 150 largest cities in the U.S., Philadelphia jumped 42 spots from…
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Here Are Some of the Best Spots in Philly For Your Weekday Lunch
Philadelphia is home to a thriving dining scene with an abundance of amazing restaurants where you can grab a delicious weekday lunch, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Sarah Maiellano for the Philadelphia Magazine. If you are in the mood for a great hoagie, then Liberty Kitchen with locations in Fishtown and University City is the place…
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Philadelphia Dietitian Highlights 7 Target Items For Your Weight Loss Goals
Philadelphia nutritionist and dietitian Courtney Kassis is credited with creating the 90-30-50 diet plan, which involves eating at least 90 grams of protein, 30 grams of fiber, and 50 grams of healthy fats each day. As part of her work in helping people with their weight loss goals, Kassis has shared seven of her favorite…
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Philly Has 2 of Pennsylvania’s Best Ice Cream Parlors
Ice cream is one of Pennsylvania’s favorite desserts, so much so that Pennsylvania ranks among the top 12 states in ice cream consumption, writes Damon Zemlak for East Coast Traveler. Among the best ice cream parlors in Pennsylvania, two of which are located in Philadelphia. The first is The Franklin Fountain in Old City, which…
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