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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Kristin Kaempf’s Design Team has 54 Wawa Apps Out There
Wawa’s experiment with technology to boost efficiency and support store associates got the attention of Kristin Kaempf, an app developer from a small town in…
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A ‘Unique’ Experience: Eataly Coming to King of Prussia Mall in 2025
King of Prussia Mall General Manager Bob Hart recently shared an update on an upcoming new addition to the mall. Eataly, an Italian food and…
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Rite Aid files for bankruptcy: Here’s What That Means for Delaware County
Philadelphia-based Rite Aid announced Sunday that it has filed for bankruptcy and is working on a deal with lenders on a multibillion-dollar restructuring plan, writes…
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DELCO Careers – PECO
Headquartered in Philadelphia, PECO serves more than 1.6 million electric and 515,000 natural gas customers in southeastern Pennsylvania. The company is advancing smart energy by…
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Eastern University’s YACHT Club Serves Individuals Experiencing Homelessness in Philadelphia
There are more than 500,000 individuals experiencing homelessness in the United States, many without access to food, clothing, and other important resources. While the prevalence of…
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A Sure Thing? American Airlines Adds Philadelphia Flights for Super Bowl 58
Apparently, American Airlines, the dominant carrier for Philadelphia International Airport, has some inside info on who will be playing in Super Bowl 58 this February.…
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Widener University Hosts Widener Day Open Houses Oct. 29 and Nov. 11
Widener University will host two Widener Day open house events on Sunday, Oct. 29, and Saturday, Nov. 11, from 10 AM. to 2 PM on the university’s campus in Chester.…
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New Delaware County Medical Examiner Brings Plans for a State-of-the-Art Facility
Delaware County has named Dr. Albert Chu as its new chief medical examiner, and with him comes future plans for a new state-of-the-art facility in…
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Inspirational Entrepreneurs Share Their Stories at Neumann University
Wil Reynolds, CEO of Seer Interactive, has something that’s very rare in today’s wealth-driven culture. He has enough. That’s why, in 2020, he turned down…
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For Phillies Fans, Marple’s Grace Del Pizzo Again Highlights Best Climbs in Phoenix
Marple gal Grace Del Pizzo is back with climbing advice for Phillies fans should the team take the National League Championship Series Monday night in…
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Vision Zero Project to Reduce Traffic Deaths Expands into Delaware County
A Vision Zero project first developed in Philadelphia is being used to hopefully reduce Delaware County traffic deaths, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia.…
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October Has Lots of SCORE Treats for Business Owners
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties has free October SCORE webinars and live presentations to help you maximize your small businesses’ potential. Online–How to Create Killer Content…
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Havertown Native Brings Philly Italian Hoagies to LA With Weekly Pop-Up
There are Philly hoagies in LA, thanks to Havertown native Josh Agran. He’s bringing his love and familiarity with the iconic Philadelphia hoagie to Los…
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Urban Farmer Chip Powell Grows in Philly, Media, Boothwyn
To escape the stress of police work, Lafayette “Chip” Powell turned to gardening in 1980, growing vegetables in West Philadelphia. He grew enough in his…
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Meridian Bank’s Chief Credit Officer Joe Cafarchio to Retire
Meridian Bank Chief Credit Officer Joseph Cafarchio will retire effective Oct. 13, 2023. Cafarchio has served in the position since Meridian’s inception in 2004. Prior…





































