Philadelphia
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Forbes: These Billionaires All Have Ties to Philadelphia
The nation’s richest individuals collectively lost about $500 billion last year, but the elite are worth $4.5 trillion, writes Rob LaFranco and Chase Peterson-Withorn for Forbes. Forbes recently released its “400 Richest People In America” list. Pennsylvania was represented throughout the list with 10 entries on the list; some of which have ties to Philadelphia.…
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Here Are 2 Spots in Philadelphia Where You Can Buy Apple Cider Donuts
With the final quarter of the year upon us and the fall weather creeping in, fall treats like apple cider donuts are all the buzz, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Pennsylvania isn’t without its share of quality places to find the sweet dessert, and Philadelphia has a selection, as well. Okie Dokie Donuts is…
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What’s The Best Way To Keep College Graduates in Philadelphia? The Key is to Focus on Talent
The latest Campus Philly study is now out and is showing positive momentum as it pertains to the retention rate of college students in Philadelphia, but it will take a concerted effort to keep the momentum going, writes Jennifer Johnson Kebea for Billy Penn at WHYY. Campus Philly was founded in 2004 with the mission…
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Philadelphia’s Vision Zero Project to Reduce Crashes is Showing Progress
Philadelphia is seeing a decrease in traffic crashes, writes Hayden Mitman for NBC 10 Philadelphia. The 2023 Vision Zero Philadelphia report found that Philadelphia has had a 34% reduction in serious and deadly crashes. In addition, overall crashes have been reduced by 20%, compared to High Injury Network Trends. Vision Zero Philadelphia is a collaborative…
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Philadelphia’s Water Views Aren’t Accessible to All. This Entrepreneur Wants to Change That
As a first-generation American of Chilean descent, Georgette Luna has strived to fully immerse herself in what the United States has to offer, writes Janelle Burrell and Rory Hardenstine for CBS News Philadelphia. Growing up in Queens, New York, Luna didn’t know a lot about boats but became enamored with them after learning more about…
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This 2023 MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient Has Ties to Philadelphia
The 2023 MacArthur Genius Grant recipients were recently announced and Philadelphia has some representation, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In addition to Philadelphian Carolyn Lazard, Courtney Bryan was named as one of this year’s 20 Genius Grant recipients. “I am still taking in this awesome and life-changing news,” wrote Bryan in an Instagram…
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Holy Family University to Partner with Beck Institute For Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Holy Family University students enrolled in the Master of Counseling Program will have an opportunity to take part in a 16-week course, beginning in January 2024, that incorporates a research study on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the world-renowned Beck Institute. CBT is a form of psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in…
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Sure, the Eagles Are Great, But Their New Tide Commercial—Not So Much
The Philadelphia Eagles are hitting their stride on the sports and cultural circuit. They are one of only two NFL teams with a 5-0 record. They put out a successful Christmas album and are planning a second one. The documentary on Eagles Center Jason Kelce of Haverford is the most watched documentary on Prime Video…
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Philadelphia Artist Selected as a 2023 MacArthur Genius Grant Recipient
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation has named its 2023 “Genius Grant Fellows” writes Thalia Beaty for Fortune. MacArthur Fellows are nominated and endorsed by their peers and communities, and each one receives an $800,000 grant to spend over five years. “The prize Is financial, but it’s also access and being part…
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Philadelphia Has Developed into a Breeding Ground for Young Entrepreneurial Minds
Philadelphia’s economy is brewing with fresh, innovative ideas and a key reason as to why is the age of the entrepreneurs in the city, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. A recent analysis produced by LendingTree found that the average age of an entrepreneur in Philadelphia is 34.44 years. Philadelphia’s average age ranks…
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“The Power of Commitment,” Philadelphia Mural Arts Celebrates 25th Annual Mural Arts Month
This October marks the 25th edition of the annual Mural Arts Month celebration, writes Mural Arts Philadelphia. The annual celebration is a time to advocate, inspire, educate the community on how art and Mural Arts Philadelphia can be a catalyst for economic change and empowerment. This year’s theme is “The Power of Commitment,” and is…
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Byberry Landmark Added to Philadelphia Register of Historic Places
Philadelphia Historical Commission has added the Byberry Store located in far Northeast Philadelphia near Bucks County to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places, writes Kimberly Haas for the Hidden City. The structure was constructed circa 1810 and has since served as a general store, post office, blacksmith shop, and dwelling. The nomination for the building…
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Dream Turned Reality: Upstate Man Builds Mini Citizens Bank Park in Backyard
After two years of planning and development, Kurt Klinger, a huge Phillies’ fan who lives in the tiny town of Trevorton in Northumberland County in upstate Pennsylvania, turned his dream into reality by finishing his own Wiffle ball field dubbed the “Mini Bank” after Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia in his backyard, writes Mackenzie Witt…
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Philadelphia Ranks No. 34 on the List of Best Food Cities in the U.S.
When discussing “foodie culture,” it goes beyond the concept of just restaurants and establishments, but also costs, writes Adam McCann for WalletHub. Inflation has been the name of the game. Pointedly, restaurant prices have increased 6.5% between August 2022 and August 2023, while grocery store prices rose 3% in that same time frame. Thankfully,…
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These are the Top 5 Schools in Philadelphia, According to Niche
When looking for schools for K-12 students, the Philadelphia region is not short of quality options, according to Niche. Whether it’s in the city or the surrounding suburbs, there are at least a handful of schools within an area that could be to your liking. Niche recently released a list of the top schools…
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Philadelphia-Based Health Insurance Tech Company, StretchDollar, Launches in Four States
Small businesses looking for a new way to set up their employees’ health insurance plans will soon have a new resource, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. StretchDollar, a Philadelphia-based health insurance tech company with a second headquarters in San Francisco, has recently launched in four states – Pennsylvania, Delaware, Illinois, and Colorado.…
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Corporate Salaries in Philadelphia Higher Than National Average, But Lower Than in Other East Coast Cities
While salaries for the most in-demand jobs in and around Philadelphia are higher than the national average, they are still lower than in other nearby East Coast cities, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Robert Half’s 2024 Salary Guide, Philadelphians working these jobs are currently paid about 18 percent above the…
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A Group of University City Scientists at Monell Chemical Senses Center are Teaching AI to Identify Scents
Science has seen many advances and that isn’t likely to slow down, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. As the influence of artificial intelligence has grown, so too have the ways in which it is being used. At the Monell Chemical Senses Center in University City, a group of scientists have launched a new…
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