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 Man’s Desire To Become a Better Father Leads To Concept for New PBS Show
Manayunk father Joe Gidjunis strives to be a good one to his son, so he started asking other dads and experts about the very topic.…
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New York Post: Downtown Philadelphia Serves as Model of Urban Order
With some neighboring metros, such as New York City, struggling to keep their downtowns pleasant for pedestrians, Philadelphia’s downtown serves as a model of urban…
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Guests Can Enjoy Coffee and Cats While Visiting These 3 Cat Cafés in Philly
Since the first cat café opened in Taiwan in 1998, the concept has evolved around the globe including at least 20 in Pennsylvania, writes Kalena…
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These Small Business Success Stories Illustrate How WSFS Bank Fuels Community Growth, Prosperity
Small businesses are often hailed as the lifeblood of communities, and for good reason. They generate jobs, foster innovation, create unique local character, and generally…
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Philly-area Liberty Coca-Cola Invests $3.5M to Replace Plastic Carriers With Recyclable Paperboard
Liberty Coca-Cola, which has a soda production and distribution facility in Philadelphia, is replacing the plastic ring carriers around its bottles with paperboard ones, writes…
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How a Kensington Artist is Bringing Joy and Fostering Community Through Immersive Sculptures
For much of his life, Roberto Lugo has used art as a way to communicate with others on a deeper, more personal level. Now, he…
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Philly Sets Two New Guinness World Records For Pride Month
During a Philadelphia Gay News-hosted event on the first day of Pride Month on June 1, Philadelphia set a new Guinness World Record for the…
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With Influx of New Construction, Philadelphia Could Once Again Become Leader in Manufacturing
While Philadelphia isn’t currently known as a leading manufacturing hub, that could be set to change thanks to the ongoing and upcoming construction throughout the…
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Grif Teller’s Oil Paintings Provided Glimpses of Pennsylvania Railroad at Peak of Its Power, Importance
While artist Grif Teller never officially worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad, he is more closely associated with the once-colossal transportation machine than any of its…
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Penn Community Bank Holding Region-Wide Day of Service Jun. 5
Penn Community Bank, the largest mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, will hold its third annual Day of Service on Wednesday, Jun. 5 from 2-5:00 PM.…
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CHOP Program Helps Make Homes Healthier for Kids with Asthma
CAPP+, a program under The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Healthier Together initiative, is helping make homes healthier for kids with asthma, writes Julia Landwehr for…
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North Philly High Schooler, Gates Scholar Has Decided Which University She Will Attend This Fall
Antoinette Ellis, the North Philadelphia high school senior who was named a Gates Scholar, has selected the University of Michigan as her next stop this…
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The Ramifications of a Philadelphia Tax ‘Mistake’ in 1952 Continue to Be Felt Today
Philadelphia is still paying for a mistake made 72 years ago when the city implemented its first business tax under Mayor Joseph Clark despite strong…
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See Where Philadelphia Ranks For Its Parks Among the Nation’s 100 Largest Cities
Philadelphia placed at No. 32 in a new report ranking parks in the country’s largest 100 cities, writes Pat Loeb for KYW Newsradio. Trust for…
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Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank Award $360,000 to 18 High School Seniors
For 55 years, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank have provided a pathway to achieving higher education for civic-minded high school seniors in the…
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Careers at Philadelphia Water Department
Every day, the Philadelphia Water Department works on behalf of all Philadelphians to protect public health and the environment by providing clean, safe water. PWD…
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Cross Built for Pope John Paul II’s Visit to Philadelphia to Find New Home in Malvern
Originally built for Pope John Paul II’s visit to Philadelphia in 1979, a massive cross has sat overlooking Benjamin Franklin Parkway at Logan Square for…
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Forbes: Pennsylvania’s Cyber Charter Schools Are Stockpiling Wealth, New Report Shows
A new report by the Education Voters of PA shows that Pennsylvania’s largest cyber charter schools are amassing a large stockpile of assets, writes Peter…
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