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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Author Eric Smith Maintains Close Connection to Philadelphia Through His Books
Eric Smith grew up in Elizabeth, New Jersey; lived in Richmond, Virginia and Ann Arbor, Michigan; and moved from Philadelphia in 2016. While each city…
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Philadelphia Roundup — An Emphasis on Awards, and a Touch of History and Food
This latest edition of “The Philadelphia Roundup” is liable to catch your attention. This applies to if you are a fan of music, awards, history,…
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PHILADELPHIA Careers – Independence Blue Cross
Headquartered in Philadelphia, Independence Blue Cross is the leading health insurance company in southeastern Pennsylvania and, with its affiliates, serves more than 8 million people…
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New Mural in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood Celebrates the Local Queer Community, Ballroom Scene
After spending decades under the radar, Philadelphia’s ballroom scene is now more up-close and personal thanks to a new mural, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc.…
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Donate Wisely: Be Aware of Holiday Charity Scams
The holidays are an important time of year for nonprofits. According to Charity Navigator, charities receive an average of 41 percent of their donations in December.…
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Wall Street Journal: It Has Cost Amtrak $140M to Keep It’s Railroad Running While Continuing to Wait for Upgrades
It has been three years since Amtrak began its wait for the new Acela train fleet and it has cost the railroad $140 million-plus as…
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There is Over 100 Years of History for “Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews” in Philadelphia
In 1917, the first Goldenberg’s Peanut Chews were made in Philadelphia and it hasn’t stopped since, writes 6abc. Today, they are a beloved treat for…
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Philadelphia-based ImpactableX Wants to Raise $750K to Advance its Analytics Platform by Tapping Into AI
Philadelphia-based ImpactableX, founded by University of Pennsylvania alum Catherine Griffin, is looking to raise $750,000 to advance its analytics platform by tapping into artificial intelligence,…
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Senator John Fetterman Secures $1M for the William Way LGBT Community Center
Months after US House Republicans voted to remove federal funding from two LGBTQ centers in Philadelphia, help is on the way, writes Sean Kitchen for…
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Philadelphia Roundup — Snapshots About Philadelphia Sports, A Cool List, and a Big Anniversary
It’s Friday! So, we know this means this is the last “Philadelphia Roundup” before the weekend. Prior to enjoying your weekend, please take a few…
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PHILADELPHIA Careers – PECO
Headquartered in Philadelphia, PECO serves more than 1.6 million electric and 515,000 natural gas customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. PECO is advancing smart energy by using…
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New Report Finds Your Dollar Goes Further in Philadelphia’s Favorable Local Holiday Shopping Scene
The Philadelphia region is one of the country’s best areas for local holiday shopping, according to a new report by consumer financial services company Bankrate,…
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Chef Yun Fuentes Honors His Latin American Roots With Center City-Based Restaurant, Bolo
It has been a longtime dream of Chef Yun Fuentes to open a restaurant that celebrates his Puerto Rican heritage and earlier this year, that…
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How Philadelphia Fills Vacant High-Rises Will Affect the Future of Center City for Good
With many high-rises in Philadelphia still vacant after the pandemic prompted many companies to shift to remote or hybrid work, the question remains how to…
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PECO Powers Through Summer Storms and Heat to Achieve Enhanced Performance for Customers
While the summer heat held tight to the Philadelphia region through September, cooler autumn temperatures are now here. PECO is using this time to take…
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Greek Real Estate is Developing a New Industrial Warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia
Greek Real Estate Partners is planning to build a new warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This comes two…
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This Northeast Philadelphia Native Has Visited All 67 Pennsylvania Counties
Many decades ago, Northeast Philadelphia native Florence Gallagher set out on a quest to visit each of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties and recently accomplished the feat,…
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Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce Outlines Goals for 2024 and Beyond
During the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia’s annual meeting last week, leaders denoted quality of life as the biggest priority for the region’s business…
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