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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Italian Cuisine From Luca’s Cucina Comes to Morton
Authentic Italian cooking arrives in the neighborhoods of Morton Borough today when a new Italian restaurant, Luca’s Cucina, opens for takeout and catering at 29…
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Villanova Student Helps in Suspect Arrest by Giving Police a Lift
Villanova University student Phil Sandor recently gave a Radnor police officer a ride in the middle of a foot pursuit, reports Fox 29. Sandor was…
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Philadelphia’s John Wilkes Booth Poster Auctioned for Over $160K
A rare John Wilkes Booth “wanted” poster that was displayed on a tree in the Philadelphia area after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln has…
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American Community Journals, the Parent Company of DELCO Today, Seeks Editor/Writer
American Community Journals (ACJ) — the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, DELCO Today, and BUCKSCO Today — is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and…
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Stephen Starr Opening New Restaurant in Miami with New York City Restaurateur
Philadelphia-based restaurateur Stephen Starr has formed an unlikely partnership with famed New York City restaurateur Keith McNally, and the pair are currently preparing to open…
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Despite Decline in Sales, Home Prices in Philadelphia Area Continue to Climb Due to Low Inventory
A continuously low inventory in the Philadelphia area is causing home prices to continue growing even with a sharp decline in sales, writes Ryan Sharrow…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Most Popular American Cities to Visit Now
Philadelphia is currently one of the most popular travel destinations among the nation’s cities, writes Teena Apeles for Stacker. Stacker ranked the top 25 most…
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2 Chester Youth Programs Score Circuit Trail Grants
Two youth-oriented groups in Chester are benefitting from community grants from the William Penn Foundation promoting projects and programs along multi-use trails in the Circuit…
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Philadelphia Tops List of Cities Where Inflation Is Rising Most
If it seems prices are rising higher in Philadelphia than elsewhere, you may be right. Philadelphia came out on the top among the nation’s 22…
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Center City’s Economy is Recovering, But Some Areas Are Still Not Back to Pre-pandemic Levels
Thanks to its mix of residential, office, retail, medical, and entertainment buildings, Center City’s economy has been successfully recovering from the pandemic, but the bounce…
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SEPTA Proposes Rideshare Service for ‘Microtransit Zones’ in Philadelphia Suburbs
SEPTA is planning to implement its own answer to Uber and Lyft, an on-demand rideshare service that would cover areas in the Philadelphia suburbs where…
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Delaware County Leadership: Dr. Margo DelliCarpini, Chancellor, Penn State Abington
Margo DelliCarpini, chancellor of Penn State Abington, grew up on Long Island. She had a close bond with her grandmother, who supported her love of…
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American, Delta, Look to Rebuild Philly Hub After Pandemic Losses
Post-pandemic passenger traffic has been moving more slowly back to Philadelphia Airport hubs for Delta and American than other places, writes Ted Reed for Forbes.…
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Washington Post: Jalen Hurts Secures Latest Megadeal for NFL Quarterback with Eagles
Thanks to his new five-year, $255 million contract extension with Philadelphia Eagles, Jalen Hurts has become the league’s highest-paid player, wrote Nicki Jhabvala and Mark…
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USA Today: Tour Philadelphia’s Most Famous Historical Attractions on Two Wheels
Philadelphia offers visitors a way to enjoy its most famous historical attractions while also getting some physical activity on their bicycles, writes Sharon Nolan for…
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Introducing ‘Shadow Her’: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs to Achieve Business Success
The O’Connor Group, a dynamic King of Prussia organization led by CEO and founder Marcia Zaruba O’Connor, has announced the launch of Shadow Her, a…
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Media Little Leaguers Make Phillies Home Opener Filled with Optimism
When 45,000 Phillies fans showed up for the home opener Friday, April 7, they brought a lot of positive energy with them, despite the slow…
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See How Philadelphia Ranked Among Large Cities Based on Downtown Pandemic Recovery
The city of Philadelphia ranked in the lower part of the list among 31 large cities based on how quickly their downtowns surged back after…
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