Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the birthplace of America’s freedom, is a city of firsts, boasting the nation’s first library, hospital, and zoo. It’s a hub for education, economy, arts, and sports, reflecting a rich cultural diversity.
The city’s economic prowess is evident in its status as Pennsylvania’s largest and the United States’ ninth-largest metropolitan economy. The city’s skyline, filled with globally renowned commercial skyscrapers, reflects its thriving business environment.
With 18 four-year universities and colleges, Philadelphia stands as one of the nation’s leading centers for higher education and academic research.
Philadelphia’s cultural landscape is as diverse as its history. Hosting more outdoor sculptures and murals than any other city in the nation, it’s a hub for arts, culture, and cuisine.
Despite challenges, the city’s spirit thrives, resonating with history, innovation, and community.
Explore our archive of nearly 200 stories about Philadelphia’s residents, entrepreneurs, sports heroes (and vilians!) schools, and businesses below:
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Forbes: Pennsylvania’s Cyber Charter Schools Are Stockpiling Wealth, New Report Shows
A new report by the Education Voters of PA shows that Pennsylvania’s largest cyber charter schools are amassing a large stockpile of assets, writes Peter…
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East Falls Homeowner Managed to Add Tons of Storage to His Home While Also on a Budget
Kevin Boyle and partner Mac Francis run a vintage home goods store in Philadelphia called, A Four Foot Prune. The store is filled with a…
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A West Philadelphia Softball League Wants to Introduce the Sport to the Rest of the World
Now 12 years old, the West Philadelphia-based Philadelphia Adult League Softball is dedicated to expanding the sport on a global scale, writes Nigel Thompson for…
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The Definitive Guide to Visiting the Brandywine Museum of Art in 2024
The Brandywine Museum of Art is a cultural gem nestled in the lush countryside of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s picturesque Brandywine Valley. Whether you’re an art enthusiast,…
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African American Museum in Philadelphia To Partner With National Museum of African American Music to Host Black Music Month Honors Watch Party
The African American Museum in Philadelphia is partnering with the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, Tennessee, to host a local streaming…
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New Jersey-based Dispensary Hides $3,000 Worth of Marijuana in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood for Pride Weekend
While recreational cannabis may not be legal yet in Pennsylvania, a New Jersey-based dispensary has hid $3,000 worth of it — in the form of…
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New Jersey-based Restaurant Opens in Logan Square, and Has the Rules For Making ‘the Perfect Burger’
Gouldburger’s, the popular Haddonfield, New Jersey restaurant recently opened a new express location in Logan Square, and has the recipe for the perfect burger, reports…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Traditional in Millbrook
A beautiful traditional home on 0.28 lovely acres with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Millbrook. The home…
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PECO Celebrates 20 Years of Green Region Open Space Program with Nearly $3 Million to 400 Organizations
For the last 20 years, PECO, in partnership with Natural Lands, has supported local municipalities and nonprofits across Greater Philadelphia that are doing their part…
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Once a History Major, Glenside Native Realizes Priesthood Is Right Vocation for Him
Transitional Deacon Brendan Zehner, a Glenside native and a parishioner at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, did not even consider becoming a priest until his…
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A Philly-Themed Restaurant in Turkey Features Cheesesteaks and Memorabilia of Former Sixer Furkan Korkmaz
A restaurant in Istanbul, Turkey, named Philly’s sells various kinds of cheesesteaks and has Philadelphia sports gear hanging on its walls. One of them is…
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New Mural on Delaware River Waterfront Honors Black Labor Leader Ben Fletcher
Philadelphia’s newest mural was recently unveiled, as Black labor leader Ben Fletcher was recently honored with a new mural near the Delaware River waterfront, writes…
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New Report Documents Momentum in Greater Philadelphia’s Cell and Gene Therapy Ecosystem
Greater Philadelphia is a hotbed for cell and gene therapy, with over 10 percent of global companies in this sector rooted right here. This burgeoning…
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Rapidly Growing Warehouse Space Reshaping Jobs, Traffic, and Landscapes in Philadelphia Region
In the last four years, the demand for warehouse space has resulted in 55 million square feet of related industrial real estate being added in…
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Philadelphia Nonprofit ArtSmart Offers Tuition-free Music Lessons To Young Singers Nationwide
ArtSmart, the nonprofit that started in Philadelphia and has since expanded to other U.S. cities, helps kids hone their musical talents by offering one-on-one, tuition-free…
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New York Post: Longtime Philadelphia Couple Throws Surprise Centennial Wedding
After dating for over nine years, 102-year-old Marjorie Fiterman and 100-year-old Bernie Littman decided to throw a surprise wedding and tie the knot at the…
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Post Brothers CEO Mike Pestronk Has Ambitious Plans to Further Invigorate Fast-Growing Northern Liberties
Post Brothers CEO Michael Pestronk wants to further invigorate Northern Liberties by adding what he calls “ambitious retail” to the fast-growing neighborhood, writes Paul Schwedelson…
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Philadelphia Breast Cancer Surgeon Transforms Wellness Care at Perkasie Farm Retreat
Breast cancer surgeon Dr. Monique Gary, affectionately known to her patients as “Dr. Mo,” has traded the bustling city life of Philadelphia for the tranquility…
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