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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Owner of Historic Office Building in Center City Mulls Converting It to Apartments
Baycrest Properties & Management, which owns the western side of the Public Ledger building, is considering converting the office space into multifamily rental housing, writes…
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House of the Week: 7,700 Square Feet in Chestnut Hill with Amazing Views of Wissahickon Valley Park
A beautiful traditional home on one lovely acre with six bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms that spans 7,700 square feet is available…
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Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia opens K-8th Grade Applications for 2024-2025 School Year
Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) has officially opened its 2024-2025 application season and will award 2,000 new scholarships to students this year. These need-based, K-8th…
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Taste the Tradition: Exploring the Fusion of Heritage and Modern Cuisine in Philly’s High-End Restaurants
Gastronomes looking for the next eclectic delicacy to grace their placemat should look no further than the City of Brotherly Love and immerse themselves in…
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Esteemed Interior Designer Opening a New Gift Shop in Rittenhouse Square
Jimmy DeLaurentis, a Philadelphia-based interior designer, is planning to open a showroom with a retail space and studio in Rittenhouse Square, writes Emma Dooling for…
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See Which High-Paying Jobs in Philadelphia Don’t Require a College Degree
While jobs that require a college degree generally pay more, some high-paying jobs in Philadelphia don’t have that requirement, according to a new report by…
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Main Line Restaurateur Uses Family Legacy to Strengthen Women’s Voices
Sydney Grims, director of business development for Fearless Restaurants, created Fearless Femmes events to inspire and empower women. Supporting other women is important to the…
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Healing Futures Promotes Restorative Justice over Jail Time for Philadelphia Youth
An innovative new program in Philadelphia is helping keep youth out of jail by promoting restorative justice, writes Zoe Rosenberg for Business Insider. Healing Futures,…
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Local Fintech Startup Brings ‘the Blue-Collar Aspect of Philadelphia’ into a White-Collar Space
At the start of the year, Philadelphia-based fintech SnapRefund had yet to secure its first client, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. Since then,…
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Bloomberg: Philadelphia Ranks Among Top Work-from-Home Cities in United States
In 2022, remote work was interestingly still most common in neighborhoods close to the office, including in Philadelphia, writes Justin Fox for Bloomberg. According to…
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Millennials Swell Philly’s Educated Ranks – But Will Gen-Z’ers Follow Suit
Millennials were responsible for a significant increase in college-educated young people in Philadelphia, but the question is whether Gen Z will follow suit, writes Lizzy…
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American Community Journals Seeks Career-minded Business Development Leader
American Community Journals (ACJ) — the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, DELCO Today, BUCKSCO Today, and PHILADELPHIA Today — is seeking a self-motivated…
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Comcast Spectacor Venture Shifting Its Focus Toward Asia Esports Market
T1 Entertainment & Sports, a joint venture between South Korea-based SK Telecom and Philadelphia-based Comcast Spectacor, is shifting its focus toward the Asia esports market,…
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Two Philadelphia Catholic Schools Recognized with 2023 National Blue Ribbon
Saint Mary Interparochial School on Locust Street in Society Hill and Saint Philip Neri School in Lafayette Hill, both in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, are…
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University of Pennsylvania Ranks High for Producing Successful Entrepreneurs Globally
The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business’ MBA program and its undergraduate entrepreneurs are responsible for it being among the best entrepreneur-producing institutions worldwide,…
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Architectural Digest: Philadelphia Couple Puts Spotlight on Bathrooms During Renovations
When Philadelphia natives Mark and Courtney Owens decided to move back to the region after spending a decade out of state, they found the perfect…
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Muralist César Viveros is the Veracruz Visionary Behind Philadelphia’s Public Art
The work of Philadelphia muralist César Viveros has infiltrated all corners of Philadelphia since he migrated to the city from his native Veracruz, Mexico, twenty…
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After Decades of Leading Homeless Advocacy Non-Profit Project HOME, Sister Mary Scullion Retires
Sister Mary Scullion, an activist from Philadelphia, who was named by Time as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2009,…
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