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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3 Philadelphia Companies Named Among America’s Best Employers for Women
The Greater Philadelphia area is home to 17 of the country’s best employers for women, including three in Philadelphia, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia…
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Former Philadelphia City Solicitor Marcel Pratt Weds CNN Anchor Rahel Solomon in Philadelphia Wedding
Marcel Pratt, former City Solicitor of Philadelphia and current lawyer at Ballard Spahr married CNN anchor Rahel Solomon in a recent wedding at the Philadelphia…
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Grab a Drink and Enjoy a Nice Conversation at These Philadelphia Bars
If you are looking for a place to sit at a bar after a busy day and enjoy small talk with nice people without fears…
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This Initiative Helps Kids Learn About Health, Be More Active, and Address a Prevalent Ailment
Healthy Hoops, an ongoing initiative is a collaboration between AmeriHealth Caritas and Keystone First to educate kids about their health and encourage them to lead…
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Mary Mason Remembered as Groundbreaking Philadelphia Talk Radio Star and Civil Rights Activist
Mary Mason, a legendary Philadelphia talk radio veteran, has passed away at 94 after years of living with Alzheimer’s, writes the 6abc digital staff and…
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House of the Week: Charming Stone-front Split-level in Pine Valley
A charming stone-front split-level home in a lovely 6,500-square-foot lot with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Pine…
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Spotted Lanternflies Have Great Hitchhiking Abilities, Making It Harder to Slow Invasive Pest Down
Spotted lanternflies — which are back in the Philadelphia region — have great hitchhiking abilities that have proven to be crucial to their ability to…
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After 25 Years, Birchrunville Store Cafe Continues to Boast Fabulous Reputation
A quarter century after it first opened its doors, Birchrunville Store Cafe continues to maintain the fabulous reputation that can still make it challenging to…
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Power Up Your Business Through In-Person Networking & LinkedIn
Would you like to power up your Philly Area business and wake up winning as an entrepreneur who generates six figures to $3M annually? Say…
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Penn Medicine Set to Turn Over Its Nursing Home Unit to New Operator
The University of Pennsylvania Health System is planning to soon turn its sole nursing-home unit over to a new operator, writes Harold Brubaker for The…
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Philadelphia Businesses Have a Key Role to Play as Pennsylvania Prepares for 2026 Celebrations
As the entire state of Pennsylvania prepares to be the center of attention in 2026 as part of the celebrations honoring the 250th anniversary of…
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Philadelphia Zoo Celebrates 150th Anniversary This Year and Continues Finding New Ways to Thrive
Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in the nation just celebrated its 150th anniversary in July and continues to find new ways to flourish, writes Phaedra…
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WSJ: U.S. Children Who Grow Up in Neighborhoods With More Employed Adults Are Often Better Off Economically
New research has found that children that who grow up in certain neighborhoods are more likely to achieve economic mobility than others, writes Justin Lahart…
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Phillies Name Independence Blue Cross as Team’s First Official Jersey Patch Partner
Independence Blue Cross, Philadelphia’s hometown health insurer for more than 85 years, has been named the Philadelphia Phillies’ Official Jersey Patch Partner. The news was…
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Longtime Manor College Professor Virginia Saunders Set To Retire
In 1995, Dr. Virginia Saunders was asked to start and develop Manor College’s Dental Hygiene Program. She jumped at the opportunity. “At the time, I never dreamed…
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Ambler Savings Bank Empowers Local Businesses with Diverse Lending Options
Celebrating 150 years in business, Ambler Savings Bank remains a paradigm of support for local businesses, offering a wide array of lending options tailored to…
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Hotel Anna & Bel Preparing for August Opening in Fishtown
The 50-room Hotel Anna & Bel, Philadelphia’s newest boutique hotel brought to life by Foyer Project and operated by Life House, is slated to open…
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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network…
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