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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Philadelphia Ranked Most Popular City in Northeast for Apartment Renter Interest
Philadelphia topped the list of cities in the Northeast for interest from apartment renters during the first half of the year, write Joanne Drilling and…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2025 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2025 Impact Report, an annual publication detailing the institution’s community investment and continued commitment to relationship-driven banking across the region.…
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Manor College Student Proving Strength Wasn’t Meant to Be Silent
Wearing a highlighter-pink Reebok shirt and stylish ripped jeans that match an ear-to-ear smile, Cheyann Velez stands in stark contrast to the grim, harsh journey…
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Philadelphia Union Ups Marketing During 2026 World Cup Momentum
There will be more money in the Philadelphia Union marketing budget this year to take advantage of Philadelphia’s role hosting the FIFA World Cup, writes…
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Metropolitan Bakery Ownership Changing Hands, Merzbacher’s Set to Take Over Operations
For the first time since opening its doors in 1993, Metropolitan Bakery will be under new ownership, writes Julia Binswanger for Billy Penn at WHYY.…
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Fairmount Native Sheinelle Jones Talks Journey From Good Day Philadelphia to the Today Show
Sheinelle Jones was born in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood and grew up in Kansas before eventually returning to hometown for several years back in 2005, writes…
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Philly’s George Washington High School Cheer Team Gets Spotlight in ‘Spirit’ Docuseries
Philadelphia’s George Washington High School cheer team and its national championship run are spotlighted in a new docuseries, Spirit, now streaming on Peacock, writes Michaela…
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Darts Are Once Again Growing in Popularity in Philadelphia, with City’s Dart Leagues Currently Thriving
Darts are becoming increasingly more popular in Philadelphia once again, with the city’s dart leagues currently thriving, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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Philadelphia Hotel Rises 116 Spots in Annual Ranking, Two Others Drop Considerably
U.S. News & World Report has released its latest annual ranking of the top 100 hotels in the nation, and while the region had a…
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See Which Philadelphia Neighborhoods Are Most Expensive for Purchasing Homes
Home prices in Philadelphia continue to climb, with the median home sale price in the city’s most expensive neighborhood with Chestnut Hill reaching $751,000 last…
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Who Is Steven Singer? He’s More Than A Well-Known Philadelphia Jeweler
Steven Singer has become well-known in Philadelphia over the decades for his eponymous shop on Jewelers Row, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. Singer opened…
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Two Chesco Companies Among Philadelphia Region’s Top Early-Stage Ventures
Two Chester County companies were named on the RealLIST Startups 2026 ranking of 20 early-stage Philadelphia ventures to watch this year, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Each year, the list spotlights fast-growing early-stage…
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Centre Square Office Complex Sale Reaches Deal, Redevelopment Planned in Next Steps
The 1.76 million-square-foot Centre Square office complex is set to be acquired by PMC Property Group and Dean Adler, who make to redevelop the two…
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Philadelphia Developer Expanding Fishtown Apartment Project After Securing $22M in Financing
Philadelphia developer PCG Investment has secured $22 million in financing, allowing it to expand its original plan for a Fishtown apartment project, writes Ryan Mulligan…
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How a Philadelphia Bake Sale at Broad and Arch Launched the Girl Scout Cookie Empire
The Girl Scout cookie craze, which now sells over 200 million boxes annually, began with a single experiment at Philadelphia’s Broad and Arch streets in…
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Philadelphia Listed Among 5 Potential Host Cities for 2028 Democratic National Convention
Philadelphia has been named among five cities as frontrunners to potentially host the 2028 Democratic National Convention, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Historic Cunningham Piano Company to Close 135-Year-Old Germantown Factory, Relocate Headquarters
Cunningham Piano Company, which has held it down in Philadelphia for nearly 135 years, is selling its historic Germantown factory headquarters and relocating, write Joe…
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Four Seasons Philadelphia Unveils New $25K-Per-Night Sky Garden Penthouse Suite
Four Seasons Philadelphia at the Comcast Technology Center has unveiled a new collection of rooms on the 45th floor, including a Sky Garden penthouse suite…
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