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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Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon: How Kevin’s Father Designed the Modern Philadelphia We Know
When I graduated from Collingdale High School in Delaware County in 1971, I went off to college in Milwaukee thinking I was going to be…
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See What Elements Have Come Together to Make Media Thrive
Lisa Zahn thought it was time to reassess her life after her dad, Bill Reindl, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a little over a year…
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PHILADELPHIA Today’s Top 10 Stories of 2025: The Posts Our Readers Loved Most
PHILADELPHIA Today would like to wish our subscribers, readers, partners, and neighbors a happy and healthy New Year. As 2025 comes to a close, we’ve…
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Manor College Receives Commonwealth Grant for Dental Health Center Expansion
The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development has granted Local Share Account funds that will benefit the expansion and renovation of Manor College’s Dental Health Center. “We…
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Why Broad Street Is Such a Big Part of the Mummers Parade’s Identity
The Mummers Parade, which has been an annual New Year’s Day staple in Philadelphia since 1901, has a rich history. From the very beginning, the…
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Francis Myers Recreation Center in Kingsessing Undergoing $27 Million Renovation Project
The renovation project at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center in Kingsessing is continuing to take place nearly two years after former Mayor Jim Kenney…
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Wayne-Based PPR Capital Management Joins Forces to Acquire Townhome Development in Limerick
PPR Capital Management of Wayne, the Philadelphia area’s fastest-growing private company, joined forces with Plymouth Meeting’s Bel Canto Asset Growth Fund to acquire Botanica Cottages, a garden-style…
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Aramark Looks Ahead to ‘Broad-Based Growth Opportunity’ in 2026 After Record Year
After generating a record $18.5 billion in revenue in the most recent fiscal year, Aramark is looking ahead to “broad-based growth opportunity” for 2026, writes…
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Circuit Trails Coalition Secures Funding to Bring Over 90 Miles of New Trails to Philadelphia, Surrounding Region
The Circuit Trails Coalition has recently obtained funding to support the development of up to 91 miles of new trails in Philadelphia and the surrounding…
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VondernLust: The Grange Estate is a 300-Year-Old Havertown Landmark Hiding in Plain Sight
I was born and raised in Haverford Township, and somehow it took me until my 40s to finally visit the historic Grange Estate. I’ve driven…
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Philadelphia is One of the Best NFL Markets, See Where It Ranks
As an exclusive partner of the NFL, members of the Verizon team are often in attendance at dozens of games throughout the season. For West…
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Local Developer Plans Mixed-Use Project After Prime Fishtown Site Acquisition
Philadelphia-based development company Eclipse Development recently acquired a prime Fishtown development site and is planning a four-story mixed-use building there, writes Paul Schwedelson for the…
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How Did Philadelphia Beat Out 40 Other Locations for DrinkPak’s Newest Manufacturing Facility?
Philadelphia is the city that canned beverage company DrinkPak chose to build its new coast-to-coast manufacturing network, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Here Are Some of the Best BYOBs in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is far from short on BYOBs, but there are several throughout the city that also double as some of the city’s best restaurants, writes…
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Philadelphia’s Iconic Rocky Statue to Remain in Place After Public Outcry
The Rocky statue will reportedly remain in Philadelphia after actor Sylvester Stallone, who starred as the main character in the movie series, changed his mind…
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Book Excerpt: A Brief History of the Mummers Parade: A Philadelphia Tradition Since 1901
The following is an excerpt from Greater Philadelphia and the World (Vol.3), the third of a three-volume book series. The Greater Philadelphia: A New History…
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Philadelphia Stands Out as Lone Major City in Top 20 Most Popular Housing Markets of 2025
Philadelphia made Zillow’s list of the most popular real estate markets of 2025 and was the only large city included among the predominantly midsize markets,…
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PhilaPort CEO Jeff Theobald Announces June 2026 Retirement
Jeff Theobald, who has been the CEO and executive director of the Philadelphia Regional Port Authority for nearly a decade, has announced his 2026 retirement,…
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