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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Untangling a Revolution: How Ken Burns and His Team Brought America’s Revolution to Life
Everyone thinks they know the story of the American Revolution including the midnight rides, the musket smoke, George Washington at Valley Forge. But filmmaker Ken…
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TD Bank Closing 51 Branches Nationwide, Including One in Chester County
As part of a move toward a digital-centric retail model, TD Bank intends to close 51 branches across 12 states, including one that is in…
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Greater Philadelphia Film Office Achieving New Success a Year After Leadership Change
A year after a leadership change, the Greater Philadelphia Film Office is achieving new success building on the foundation laid by longtime former executive director…
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This West Philly Organization is Providing An Alternative for SNAP Recipients With Its Food First Pantry
Officials announced late Monday, November 3, they would use about $5 billion from a U.S. Department of Agriculture to restore some of the benefits Supplemental…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Jaime Simpson, Dean of Academic Programs, Manor College
Jaime Simpson, Dean of Academic Programs at Manor College, spoke with Philadelphia Today about growing up in a blended family in Bucks County, where she…
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Citadel Credit Union Donates $30K, Launches Food Drive to Support Families Impacted by Government Shutdown
In response to the federal government shutdown and the resulting reduction in SNAP food assistance, Citadel Credit Union is donating $30,000 to area food banks…
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S&T Bancorp Appoints Stephanie Doliveira to Board of Directors
S&T Bancorp welcomes Stephanie N. Doliveira, who will join its board of directors. She has also been appointed as a director of S&T Bank. With…
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Orchestra Life Sciences Headquarters Moving from Canada to Philadelphia Navy Yard with Planned Expansion
Orchestra Life Sciences is moving its headquarters from Montreal in Canada, to the Philadelphia Navy Yard as it prepares for rapid growth, writes John George…
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WSJ: Jefferson Health’s Honickman Center Uses Modern Technology to Empower Patients in Managing Their Care
Jefferson Health’s new Honickman Center in Philadelphia leverages modern technology and thoughtful design to empower patients in managing their care, writes The Wall Street Journal.…
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TD Bank to Close 6 Philadelphia-Area Branches Amid Plan to Shutter 51 Across the U.S.
TD Bank has announced its plans to close 51 branches across 12 U.S. states, including six in the Philadelphia area, writes Justin Heinze for Patch.…
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Philadelphia Proving to Be Fertile Ground for West Coast Winemakers
Two local winemakers who decided to move from the West Coast found fertile ground in Philadelphia, writes Emily Kovach for Grid Magazine. Tom Caruso spent…
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Nominations Now Being Accepted as Citadel Credit Union Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Heart of Learning Awards
As autumn settles across Greater Philadelphia, the season of gratitude extends beyond pumpkin patches and falling leaves and reaches into classrooms, where extraordinary educators are…
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Aqua Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Celebrate 20 Years of Tree Plantings
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) and Aqua Pennsylvania celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Trees for Watersheds grant program with a commemorative planting event at…
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Philadelphia’s Fort Mifflin Provides Unique Glimpse into Grit and Determination of American Revolution
Often overshadowed by its more famous Philadelphia neighbors, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, Fort Mifflin offers a truly unique glimpse into the American Revolution,…
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Revolutionary-Era Gunboat Built Near Philadelphia in 1770s Finds New Forever Home
A Revolutionary War-era gunboat, likely built near Philadelphia in the 1770s and later discovered buried beneath the World Trade Center wreckage, has found its permanent…
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Four Chester County Companies Make List of Top 50 Largest Women-Owned Businesses in Region
Four Chester County companies have found their place on the list of the 50 largest women-owned businesses in Greater Philadelphia, writes Todd Romero for the…
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Roundhouse Reimagined Offers Ideas on Repurposing Former Police Administration Building
The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia and Docomomo US/Greater Philadelphia recently partnered to host Roundhouse Reimagined, a half-day symposium showcasing responses to a call for…
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Harry Donahue, Longtime Philadelphia News and Sports Anchor, Remembered
Harry Donahue, a longtime news anchor for KYW Newsradio, passed away from cancer at the age of 77, writes Mike DeNardo for KYW Newsradio. Donahue,…
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