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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You Can Now Rent Philly Rapper Tierra Whack’s Wardrobe Items, Thanks to Partnership With Nuuly
Nuuly, the clothing rental brand out of URBN, has partnered with Philadelphia native and rapper Tierra Whack, allowing subscribers to rent out 41 items of…
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A Decade After Making Little League World Series History, Mo’ne Davis is On a Mission to Bring More Professional Women’s Sports to Hometown Philly
In August 2014, Philadelphia native Mo’ne Davis made headlines as her baseball team won the Little League World Series with her as the starting pitcher…
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Doro Bet Named Best Restaurant in Philadelphia By USA Today
USA Today has compiled its inaugural list of the Restaurants of the Year, with 47 entries on the list across the U.S. Doro Bet has…
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Philly Nonprofit That Helps Pregnant Women Facing Homelessness To Establish City’s First Maternity Safe Haven
Cleopatra Herrera Robinson formed a nonprofit, A Home From Shana Foundation, after her best friend Lashana Gilmore passed away while giving birth. Since forming the…
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6 New Sprouts Farmers Market Locations are Coming to the Philadelphia Area
In 2018, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first Philadelphia store and five years later is continuing to expand its presence, writes Paul Schwedelson for the…
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Cescaphe To Take Over Operations For Ballroom at Bellevue Hotel
Cescaphe, the Philadelphia wedding and events company, will be renovating and transforming the event venue at the Bellevue Hotel, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia…
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Four Philadelphians Make List of 58 Black Investors Who Are Changing Venture Capital Industry
Four Philadelphians have made the list of 58 Black investors who are changing the venture capital industry by focusing on funding diverse startup founders, writes…
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House of the Week: Beautiful Victorian in Roxborough
A beautiful Victorian home set on a cozy 0.28 acres with five bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Roxborough.…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Break Ground on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, and regional developers on…
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Crozer Health Gets Pediatric Help From Nemours Children’s Health
The nonprofit Nemours Children’s Health is now an affiliate of Crozer Health, providing pediatric care for the healthcare group, writes Harold Brubaker for The Philadelphia…
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Philly-Trained Judo Champion, Comcast Tech Whiz Wants To Win Gold in the 2024 Paralympics
Philadelphia-trained judo star Maria Liana Mutia, a two-time Pan American champion and two-time world medalist, is aiming for gold at the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games…
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Family Fun Filled Weekend: Flowers, Mermaids, Animals, and Basketball Galore Happening Around the Delaware Valley!
March typically comes in like a lion, but with mild weather forecasted for this weekend, it is a great opportunity for planning a family outing…
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Philadelphia Set to Welcome Hundreds of Thousands of Major Event Attendees in 2024
Standing before hundreds of hospitality and tourism industry partners and stakeholders at the 2024 Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) and Visit Philadelphia joint Tourism…
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N.Y. Times: George Washington’s Chef Hercules Posey Spent Several Years in Philadelphia
When President George Washington celebrated his 65th birthday at a ball in Philadelphia, his chef Hercules Posey was an underrated part of the equation, writes…
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Eric Jones of Community Partnership School is Passionate About Educating Philly Youth
When Eric Jones sees his students, he sees himself, and when he sees the parents, it reminds him of his own parents. Putting himself in…
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‘Head’ to Penn State Abington To View Acclaimed Artist’s Outdoor Sculpture
When members of the campus community and area residents hit the walking paths at Penn State Abington over the next year, they will encounter something big in…
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Philadelphia Water Department Invites Residents to Learn About the City’s Water Revitalization Plan, Plans 7 Listening Sessions
The Philadelphia Water Department is inviting residents from across the City to learn more about the Water Revitalization Plan, Philadelphia’s 25-year plan to upgrade and…
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President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Named to Philadelphia’s Power 100
Mike Bowman, President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, has been named by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the region’s…
![Penn Community Bank Commercial Real Estate Lending Manager James B. Erb [L] joins elected officials and local developers to celebrate the groundbreaking of 17 publicly-owned parcels for future Turn the Key homes in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood. The bank is helping finance the affordable housing development project.](https://philadelphia.today/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2024/02/PennCB-PHDC-Ground-Breaking-final.jpg)
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