Philadelphia
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See Which Startups Are the Most Promising Early-stage Tech Companies in Philadelphia
Despite being a slower year for venture capital deals and an uptick in layoffs in Philadelphia, a number of young startups have made their mark, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Technical.ly published its latest RealLIST Startups ranking that recognizes 10 local companies that have recorded significant growth over the last year and now seem poised…
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Sixers To Unveil New Allen Iverson Statue Outside Their Practice Facility in April
The NBA and Philadelphia 76ers recently announced plans to unveil a new statue honoring team legend Allen Iverson next month, writes Joe Brandt for CBS News Philadelphia. The statue will be erected along the 76ers Legends Walk at the team’s practice facility in Camden, New Jersey. “Allen Iverson is one of the greatest 76ers to…
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In Philly Metro, Baby Boomers Lead Home-Buying Trends, Surpassing Millennials
Baby boomers overtook millennials last year as the largest segment of the home-buying population as they continue to downsize by buying smaller homes, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. Several trends are driving this rise in home purchases. The older half of the generation has mostly left the workforce and is now looking for…
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Find Out How Philadelphia’s Growing Housing Crisis Could Be Solved
While there are plenty of market-rate apartments available, there is currently a major affordable housing and workforce housing deficit in the nation, including Philadelphia, write Bruce Katz and Andrew Gibbs for The Philadelphia Citizen. However, there is a quick and affordable way to improve the situation that could be hidden in plain sight: government subsidies…
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Philadelphia-based Artist, California-based Wine Company Collaborate To Raise Awareness About Prison Reform
Jesse Krimes, a Philadelphia-based artist is collaborating with The Prisoner Wine Company in a new effort to draw attention to prison reform, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. In 2022, The Prisoner Wine Company launched its annual Corrections wine series to amplify the need for prison reform. This year, the label features artwork by Krimes,…
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How the 1964 Phillies Created a Legacy of Low Expectations For Philadelphia Sports Fans
In 1964, Philadelphia Phillies endured a collapse of epic proportions that led to the dawn of a concept called “Negadelphia,” defined as a Philadelphia sports fan’s inclination to expect the worst from their teams, writes John Caroulis for Billy Penn at WHYY. That year, the Phillies had a 6.5-game first place lead with 12 games…
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Merion Station Author Offers a Guide to Exploring Nature In and Around Philadelphia
Mike Weilbacher, a Merion Station resident, and author, has dedicated his life to finding creative ways to teach people about nature, writes the staff of Main Line Today. And now all his experience has culminated in his first book, Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Philadelphia. Weilbacher is the executive director of…
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Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Launches New Publication Highlighting Latino Entrepreneurship
The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce has launched Exito, a new publication to help champion and empower Philadelphia’s growing Latino business community, writes Jennifer Rodriguez for Metro Philadelphia. The publication provides a platform dedicated to sharing the stories, experiences, and triumphs of Hispanic entrepreneurs while addressing the unique challenges they face. The name ‘Exito’…
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Mayor Cherelle Parker Lays Out Plans, Vision For Making Philadelphia ‘An Attractive and Equitable Place To Do Business’
As more than 2,000 people sat in attendance inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center for the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Mayoral Luncheon, Mayor Cherelle Parker laid out her bold, transformative plans for the region’s business community. Her first major point during her address was that all the work done during her first 58 days…
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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 — the first girl to do so. Nearly a decade later, she hopes to make women’s sports in Philadelphia a much bigger deal, writes Seth Engle for The Philadelphia Inquirer. …
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Comcast is Working On Several New Tech Products. Here They Are.
Comcast is unveiling several new products as part of its mission to keep up with the quickly evolving technology and media landscape, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. “The explosion of streaming, new technologies in AI, just to name a few, are rapidly converging and will fundamentally transform the way we live,” said…
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Philly Nonprofit That Helps Pregnant Women Facing Homelessness To Establish City’s First Maternity Safe Haven
Cleopatra Herrera Robinson formed a nonprofit, A Home From Shana Foundation, after her best friend Lashana Gilmore passed away while giving birth. Since forming the nonprofit, she has worked to address the concerns of Black mothers in Philadelphia, writes Rayna Reid Rayford for Essence. As someone who has worked at an emergency intake shelter, Robinson…
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6 New Sprouts Farmers Market Locations are Coming to the Philadelphia Area
In 2018, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first Philadelphia store and five years later is continuing to expand its presence, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Sprouts recently announced its plans to open at least six new stores over the next two years. Four of the six new stores will be in the…
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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 Vishal Persaud for Business Insider. William Crowder, co-founder and managing partner of Aperture Venture Capital, has spent more than 10 years investing in diverse founders before co-founding his firm in…
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Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Announces 2024 Rising Star Awardees
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society has announced the three individuals selected as the 2024 Competitive Class Rising Stars. The individuals all had to meet three criteria: The Artistic Division awardee is Jennifer Morello Fiss, a botanical arts and arrangement exhibitor. She meticulously creates stunning exhibits, and is passionate about sustainability in floristry. She has been a…
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N.Y. Times: George Washington’s Chef Hercules Posey Spent Several Years in Philadelphia
When President George Washington celebrated his 65th birthday at a ball in Philadelphia, his chef Hercules Posey was an underrated part of the equation, writes Ramin Ganeshram for The New York Times. In the six years before being emancipated, Posey worked diligently everyday to create what would become the first American diplomatic cuisine, cooking elaborate…
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Philadelphia Water Department Invites Residents to Learn About the City’s Water Revitalization Plan, Plans 7 Listening Sessions
The Philadelphia Water Department is inviting residents from across the City to learn more about the Water Revitalization Plan, Philadelphia’s 25-year plan to upgrade and strengthen essential drinking water infrastructure. This comprehensive project will improve drinking water infrastructure, including pipes, treatment plants, facilities, and processes we rely on for safe water in every neighborhood. The…
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Couch Cafe’s Liz Grothe Aims To Open New Restaurant, Scampi, By the End of This Year
In 2022, Liz Grothe started cooking for a few of her friends, not knowing the eventual evolution of her cooking would grow into Philadelphia’s favorite supper club, Couch Cafe. By the end of this year, however, she is hopeful to move Couch Cafe out of her home and into her own restaurant, writes Chloé Pantazi-Wolber…
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