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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Holy Family University Celebrates Record Enrollment
Holy Family University is experiencing a historic high in enrollment this fall, showcasing its dedication to academic excellence and student-centered growth. The university has seen…
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Wallingford Restaurant Brings French Elegance to Delaware County
Fond, a former Philadelphia-favorite contemporary French BYOB, will reopen in Wallingford this week, writes Vince Carey for the Daily Times. Fond had been an elegant offering…
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Philadelphia Commute Times Shorten Slightly, But Remain Among Longest Nationwide
While commute times have shortened slightly in Philadelphia, the city is still above the national average and is still among the longest in the nation,…
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SS United States Leaves Philadelphia Home of Nearly Three Decades
The SS United States hosted a small event over the weekend to bid farewell to its Philadelphia home of nearly three decades as it heads…
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Empowered by Community: How Manor’s ‘You Belong Here’ Culture Shaped Natasha Moore’s Success
The phrase “You Belong Here” carries extra meaning at Manor College. It’s a campus-wide philosophy that can be found everywhere from the doors of Mother of Perpetual…
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Spotted Lanternflies Are Making Their Way to South Carolina
Since their first sighting in Pennsylvania in 2014, spotted lanternflies have been steadily expanding throughout the country and terrorizing agriculture wherever they landed, writes Benjamin…
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Navy Yard-based Adaptimmune Ready for Next Chapter in Its Ongoing Search for Rare Cancer Therapy
Adaptimmune, a biotechnology company headquartered at the Navy Yard, is ready for the next chapter of its ongoing search for a therapy that converts a…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Most Food-Friendly Cities in America, According to New Study
Philadelphia is among the top metro cities in the United States when it comes to food-friendliness, write Max Bennett and Eri Heyl for Patch. A…
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Philadelphia Senior Voter Field Day Engages Hundreds of High Schoolers in Civic Participation Ahead of 2024 Election
PA Youth Vote and the Committee of Seventy recently collaborated with other partner organizations to host the Philadelphia Senior Voter Field Day, a full-day event…
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Surgeons at CHOP Successfully Separate Conjoined Twins from Philly Ahead of Their First Birthday
Surgeons at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia successfully separated conjoined twins Amari and Javar Ruffin ahead of their first birthday, writes Brian Brant for People. The…
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Spotted Lanternflies Are Making Their Way to South Carolina
Since their first sighting in Pennsylvania in 2014, spotted lanternflies have been steadily expanding throughout the country and terrorizing agriculture wherever they landed, writes Benjamin…
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Philadelphia Selected to Host Four NCAA Championships During 2027 and 2028
The NCAA has announced host sites for championship events for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, awarding four championship events to Philadelphia in a trio of…
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The Power of Women Voters 50+: AARP Reveals How Women in Pa. Will Influence the Presidential Election
Women over 50 account for almost one-third (29 percent) of likely voters overall and more than half (53 percent) of likely voters 50-plus in the…
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GMercyU Prof Inspires New Best Practice for International Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program
Through a transformative educational initiative called the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program, Gwynedd Mercy University students have been gaining unique perspectives about social justice and the…
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Investors Open First Federal Donuts and Chicken Radnor Restaurant
Federal Donuts and Chicken has opened its first brick-and-mortar Delaware County location in Radnor, writes Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. The 1,250 square-foot space…
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Quakertown’s Sabrina Carpenter Dons Bejeweled Phillies Shirt for Philadelphia Performance
Quakertown native Sabrina Carpenter recently dazzled the audience with her bejeweled Phillies baseball jersey during her performance in Philadelphia, writes Orion Scott for Hello! Magazine.…
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Philadelphia Regional Port Authority Unveils New 15-Year Plan to Grow, Add Jobs, and Increase Revenue
Philadelphia Regional Port Authority recently unveiled an outlined a new 15-year plan that will lead to exponential future growth, writes Andrew Seidman for The Philadelphia…
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Philly Startup Acquires Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator Alum Lluna
Lluna, one of the few Philadelphia-based companies to go through the Comcast NBCUniversal LIFT Labs Accelerator, was recently acquired by the local startup The Best…
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