Philadelphia
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Philadelphia, Like Several Other Cities With Soda Taxes, Saw Sugary Drink Sales Fall As Prices Rose
A study published in the JAMA Health Forum found that Philadelphia is one of five U.S. cities that saw the sales of sugary drinks fall dramatically in recent years, writes Maria Godoy for NPR. The researchers took a deep dive into Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland, and Boulder for the study — all cities that…
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Here Are 7 Philadelphia Startups to Watch in 2024
PHL Inno has just released its 10 Greater Philadelphia Startups to Watch in 2024 list, highlighting local startups that came through a turbulent year and are stronger because of it, writes Ryan Mulligan. Seven are headquartered in Philadelphia. Baleena, founded by three University of Pennsylvania alums, has a filtration device designed to capture microplastics and…
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Philadelphia 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 recalled the tight-knit neighborhood of Olney and working on evenings and weekends as a teenager to earn spending money. In her early 20s, Harkins had a son who was born…
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Eagles’ Lane Johnson, Kooth App Helps Philadelphia Students Tackle Mental Health
With the many challenges facing young people today, it can be difficult to navigate life without struggling under the weight of mental health challenges, writes Amanda Fitzpatrick for WHYY. Joshua Scotland, a 17-year-old junior at Northeast High School, noted the various challenges and said most of his peers don’t feel comfortable talking about their issues…
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New Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker Has Bold, Transformative Plans For the Business Community
During her inauguration ceremony, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker outlined the important role the business community will play in her administration’s efforts to improve the city, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Parker spelled out the need for business leaders to have a seat at the table. Her plans include creating an initiative to…
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Each Member of Cherelle Parker’s ‘Kitchen Cabinet’ Brings Something Valuable to the Table
Throughout her campaign to becoming Philadelphia’s 100th mayor, Cherelle Parker has leaned on a trio of informal advisers along the way, writes Sean Collins Walsh for The Philadelphia Inquirer. They are Tonyelle Cook-Artis, her best friend and ex-chief of staff; Obra Kernodle IV, who worked for Michael Nutter and Tom Wolf; and William Dunbar Sr.,…
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A Vision of Inclusivity and Responsiveness for New Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson
On January 2, 2024, Kenyatta Johnson was sworn in as Philadelphia’s new City Council President, writes Stephen Williams for The Philadelphia Tribune. As Council President, Johnson holds arguably the second most powerful government position in the city after the mayor. In his new role, Johnson said he plans to focus on the priorities that city…
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Darrell Clarke Reflects on 40-Plus Year Political Career As He Prepares to Retire As Council President
While working as a community activist in Strawberry Mansion during the late 1970s, Darrell Clarke developed a reputation as someone with “a loud mouth” who had “a lot to say about pretty much everything.” Upon realizing that he wasn’t necessarily achieving much, he eventually began his journey into politics, reports Sean Collins Walsh and Anna…
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USA Today Ranks Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade as the Best Holiday Parade in the Nation
USA Today readers have voted the Mummers Parade in Philadelphia as the most festive and fun holiday parade in the nation, reports Alexandra Simon for CBS News Philadelphia. Hosting its first edition in 1901, the Mummers Parade stands as one of the longest-running parades in the country. Each year on January 1, collections of performers…
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Wall Street Journal: ‘Peyton’s Places’ Documents the History, Reputation of Eagles Fans
Philadelphia Eagles fans are notorious for a number of reasons, and some were documented during the season four finale of “Peyton’s Places,” writes John Anderson for The Wall Street Journal. Perhaps the most well-known incident from Eagles fans is “The Santa Game.” In December 1968, the Eagles won a game that cost them the No.…
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Donna Kelce is Selling Her Famous Cookies on Christmas Day at Eagles and Chiefs Stadiums in Partnership With Aramark
When football fans arrive at Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia and Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, they’ll be in for some delicious sweets as Donna Kelce will be selling her cookies at the stadium, reports Marca. Donna Kelce, mother of Philadelphia Eagles’ Jason Kelce and Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce, is renowned for her…
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Wills Eye Hospital Selected By U.S. News & World Report As a Top Choice For Ophthalmology Care
The U.S. News & World Report has presented its list of top eye care institutions, and Philadelphia-based Wills Eye Hospital ranked second on the list. This is the 33rd consecutive year that Wills Eye has received a distinction as one of the nation’s top eye care hospitals. “This recognition is a testament to the dedication…
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Here Are Some of the Best Brunch Spots in Philadelphia
Brunch has always been one of the most favorite meals for many Philadelphians, so it is no wonder that the city has plenty of excellent spots where you can enjoy a great one, write Jason Sheehan and Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for the Philadelphia Magazine. Middle Child Clubhouse in Fishtown has been transformed into one of the…
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Mayor-Elect Cherelle Parker Names City’s New Commerce Director, City Solicitor
Philadelphia’s Mayor-Elect Cherelle Parker’s administration is taking shape, as she has named her choices as the city’s new commerce director and city solicitor, writes David Chang for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Parker’s choice for commerce director is Alba Martinez, while her choice for city solicitor is Renee Garcia. Martinez previously served as a senior executive for…
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Philadelphia is the Nation’s First Officially Designated Sensory-Inclusive City
Philadelphia is gaining recognition for its efforts to being more welcoming to people with sensory sensitivities as it’s been named the first U.S. city to become certified as sensory-inclusive, writes Chris Compendio for Phillyvoice. According to city data, an estimated 17% of Philadelphia’s population has a disability. That is more than any other major city…
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Philadelphia Native Essra Mohawk, Remembered For Eclectic Singing and Prolific Songwriting
Essra Mohawk, a notable singer and songwriter who released more than a dozen albums and wrote a hit for Cyndi Lauper, passed away earlier this month after a battle with cancer at the age of 75, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mohawk was a Philadelphia native, who learned to sing, write songs, and…
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Growing Interest in Her Creations During Diner en Blanc Prompts Philadelphia Woman to Launch Her Own Business, Jlux Charcuterie
After years of bringing a charcuterie board she made to Philadelphia’s Diner en Blanc and getting lots of interest, Robyn Baxter decided to start her own charcuterie business, Jlux Charcuterie, reports Wakisha Bailey for CBS News Philadelphia. Baxter had been bringing a board to Diner en Blanc for about six years before going out on…
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Aramark Makes Newsweek’s Inaugural ‘America’s Greenest Companies’ List
Newsweek recently announced its inaugural list of “America’s Greenest Companies” and Philadelphia-based Aramark is on the list. Aramark is the largest food and facilities services provider in the United States. The first ranking of America’s Greenest Companies identified the top 300 companies in the U.S. based on environmental sustainability. The companies were all evaluated and…
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