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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New Book Highlights The Barnes Foundation’s History and Its Founder
The Barnes Foundation has existed for more than a century, and a new book assesses its history and its founder, writes Pamela J. Forsythe for…
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Meet Kai Davis, Germantown Native and Philadelphia’s New Poet Laureate
Germantown native Kai Davis has been selected as Philadelphia’s new poet laureate, writes Rosa Cartagena for The Philadelphia Inquirer. She succeeds Airea D. Matthews, Philadelphia’s…
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Medium Rare, Steakhouse Chain With Six Locations, Coming to Fishtown
Fishtown will soon have a new steakhouse as Medium Rare will be making its Philadelphia debut in late 2024, writes John Paul Titlow for PhillyVoice.…
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How Philadelphia-Area Law Firms Are Benefiting from Video Conferencing Systems
As a lawyer, professional and effective communication can make a difference when it comes to growing a successful law firm. When the pace is relentless…
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Violinist Hilary Hahn, A Graduate of Philly’s Curtis Institute of Music, Will Be the 2024 Recipient of the Avery Fisher Prize
The Avery Fisher Artist Program has announced that violinist Hilary Hahn will be awarded the 2024 Avery Fisher Prize for her outstanding artistic achievement and…
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Philadelphia Woman Shares Tips on How to Date, Let Loose While Sober
Twenty-nine-year-old Gemmika Champion has been sober for the past eight years, which, for some, could present challenges in the dating game. However, she embraces it,…
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A New Exhibit At The Mütter Museum Sheds Light On Challenges of Public Health, Homelessness in Philly
The Mütter Museum recently unveiled a new exhibit that strives to create a clearer understanding of the homelessness crisis in Philadelphia through the power of…
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After Years of Discussions, Starbucks Gets Closer to Opening Community Store in North Philadelphia
It has been seven years since Starbucks first talked about opening a Community Store in Philadelphia, and the mega coffee franchise is preparing to finally…
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New CEO Joins Roxborough Memorial Hospital
Roxborough Memorial Hospital has appointed a new CEO. However, Darshan Shawn Parekh doesn’t have the traditional career path of most medical center administrators, as he…
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Care For a Spot of Tea? Make Sure These Two Philly Tea Houses Are On Your Bucket List
There are many places that serve great tea throughout Philadelphia, and two of them that offer the full afternoon tea experience complete with a china…
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Burro, A Philly-based Robotics Startup, Raises $24 Million in Funding
As Philadelphia’s small robotics presence continues to grow, one of its current inclusions — Burro — recently raised $24 million, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. …
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House of the Week: Beautiful Traditional in Chestnut Hill
A beautiful traditional home on 0.54 lovely acres with six bedrooms and six full and two half bathrooms is available for sale in Chestnut Hill.…
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New Exhibit At Independence Seaport Museum Dives Into the Story of Black Men, Women Displaced By Interstate 95 Construction
A new multi-year project was recently unveiled at the Independence Seaport Museum called “Breaking Uncommon Ground on the Delaware River,” writes Rayna Reid Rayford for…
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Philadelphia Environmentalist and His Legendary Travelogue Continues to Inspire People to Reconnect With Nature Over 230 Years Later
William Bartram, a Philadelphia native from Kingsessing and the nation’s first great environmentalist, and his legendary 1791 travelogue continue to inspire locals to follow in…
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Kiddo Makes USA Today’s ‘10 Best New Restaurants in the US That You Need To Try in 2024’ List
USA Today recently asked a panel of food and travel experts to nominate their 20 favorite new restaurants to open in the past year. From…
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Philly RiSE Program Aims to Diversify Real Estate Industry, Build Housing Wealth in Historically Underserved Communities
Black Squirrel’s Philly RiSE program aims to diversify the real estate industry and build housing wealth in communities of color by helping developers of color…
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LINKBANK Appoints Malvern Resident Joe Keefer as Senior Banking Officer in Delaware Valley Region
LINKBANK has appointed Joe Keefer as Senior Banking Officer in the Delaware Valley region. Keefer’s broad-based banking and leadership acumen makes him the ideal individual…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Brandywine
In July 2023, Bertram L. Lawson, II began his newest chapter in the YMCA movement, stepping into the role of President and CEO of YMCA…
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