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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Meet the Couple Responsible for Helping Turn Philly’s Gayborhood Into Flourishing Business District
Philadelphia’s Gayborhood wasn’t always the flourishing business district it is today, and a lot of that evolution was aided by Valerie Safran and Marcie Turney,…
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Eagles and Jason Kelce Introduce Limited-Edition Clothing Line
The Philadelphia Eagles are partnering with one of their own, retired Eagles center Jason Kelce, and his Underdog Apparel brand to launch a limited-edition clothing…
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Final Florida Location for SS United States Future As Artificial Reef Revealed
The final resting place of the SS United States, the former luxury ocean liner that spent nearly three decades docked in Philadelphia, has been revealed,…
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Legend Biotech Opens New Philadelphia Research & Development Center, Plans For 50-Plus Staff
Legend Biotech opened a new Philadelphia research and development center last week, with space for over 50 employees in the facility, writes John George for…
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House of the Week: Extraordinary Church-to-Residence Conversion in Manayunk
An extraordinary church-to-residence conversion home with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Manayunk. This stunning residence was once…
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First-Generation College Student Credits Temple University With Helping Him Soar
Navigating life as a first-generation college student can be a tough ordeal. That was the scenario Gregory Jackson found himself in a couple years ago.…
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Where to Find Fresh Turkey for Thanksgiving in Philadelphia
A high-quality turkey can make or break a Thanksgiving dinner, and many shops and markets around Philadelphia offer fresh birds guaranteed to deliver a more…
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St. Hedwig Church in Chester Will No Longer Be a Catholic Church
The Philadelphia Archdiocese has declared that St. Hedwig Church in Chester will no longer be used as a Catholic church, writes Cory Sharber for WHYY.…
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Philadelphia Restaurants Honored As Michelin Comes to City for Northeast Cities Ceremony
Philadelphia served as the host city of the first-ever edition of the Michelin Guide Northeast Cities ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 18. With many of the…
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Philadelphia Macaroni Co. Building in Bella Vista to Be Converted to Residential Project
Plans are underway to convert the Philadelphia Macaroni Co. building in Bella Vista into residential space with 47 apartments, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia…
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LionCage Pitch Competition Awards $35,000 to Southeastern Pennsylvania Entrepreneurs
Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council…
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Before the Revolution Was Fought with Guns, Philadelphia’s Thomas Paine Sparked Dissent with His Pen
Before the Revolution was fought with guns and bayonets, Thomas Paine fought it with words. Words that were sharper, louder, and more dangerous than any…
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Philadelphia-Based Gopuff Raises $250M to Go Towards AI Investment, Expansion Plans
Philadelphia-based Gopuff recently raised $250 million, signifying the company’s strongest financial position in its nearly 13-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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This Law & Order SVU Regular is a University of the Arts Grad
Fans of Law & Order: SVU are likely familiar with Captain Renee Curry, who has seen her role on the show become more prominent over…
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Main Line Neighborhood Ranks Among 50 Hottest Luxury Housing Markets in America
Villanova ranked among the 50 hottest luxury housing markets in America for the third quarter, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Villanova landed…
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Rare Coin Dealer in Broomall Skeptical About the $5M Penny
Broomall rare coin dealer Richard Weaver is skeptical about the potential value of the last new penny in the United States that was stamped at…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Ten Best Sports Cities for Fans in the Country
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten cities in the nation that have the best vibes for sports fans, according to a recently released report by…
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Bennett Compost Evolved From Small, Unique Idea to Citywide Composting Force
Bennett Compost in Philadelphia has evolved from a simple, unique idea into a full citywide composting movement that now serves more than 6,500 customers and…
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