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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Holy Family University Welcomes New Inductees Into Honors Program
Holy Family University welcomed 29 members of the Class of 2027 into the University’s Honors Program during an induction ceremony on Sept. 8. Vice President…
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As Fresh Data Highlights Philadelphia’s Office Revival, a New Trend in Meeting Rooms Emerges
Welcome back to the office! Fresh data is pouring in, and it paints a promising picture for the return to office efforts underway in the…
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Delaware County Colleges Remain Tops on National Lists
The best 100 colleges in the United States include three from Delaware County, according to the Wall Street Journal. A list ranking the top 400…
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Fall Welcomes 4 New Restaurants in Delaware County, part of 60 in the Region
There are 60 restaurant projects opening in the Philadelphia region over the next several months, including four new Delaware County restaurants, writes Michael Klein for…
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Richard Prigg’s Lansdowne Gallery Creates a Space for Young Artists to Show Off Their Work
Artist Richard Prigg wanted a place to showcase the work of young artists who often can’t get into galleries, so in 2022 he opened Gallery…
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After Losing Her Brother to Suicide, Meridian Bank’s Lisa Carmoli Is an Advocate and Pillar of Meridian Community
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. As a suicide loss survivor, Lisa Carmoli, an Executive Assistant at Meridian Bank, works to share her family’s story…
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Radnor Gains 1,300 Trees with Delaware River Waterway Grants
Federal and private matching grants totaling nearly $35 million were announced in August for Delaware River Watershed conservation projects, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia…
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Holy Family University to Offer Free English as a Second Language Classes to Immigrant Communities
Holy Family University’s Center for Academic Enhancement and Office of Mission and Diversity are pleased to announce the continuation of free English as a Second Language (ESL)…
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Susan Noles of Aston Is a Contestant on ABC’s ‘Golden Bachelor’
Susan Noles from Aston, the ex-wife of Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Dickie Noles, is one of 22 women ages 60 to 75 hoping for a shot…
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Still Time Left to Bid on One-of-a-Kind Auction Items from Eagles Radiothon Presented by Firstrust Bank
There is still time left to bid on one-of-a-kind Eagles experiences and autographed Eagles memorabilia being auctioned off as part of the Eagles Radiothon Presented…
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Now There’s Some Jamaican Flavor in Delaware County at Hallow Bamboo
Delaware County diners can now enjoy the flavors of Jamaica at a new restaurant, Hallow Bamboo, that opened in July in Prospect Park, writes Peg…
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Ray Didinger at Neumann University: 50 years of Philly Sports
Ray Didinger, the dean of Philadelphia sportswriters, will speak about his storied career covering Philly teams at Neumann University on Sept. 7 at 1:30 PM…
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Following Super Bowl Season, Philadelphia Eagles’ Franchise Value Soars to $5.8B
The value of the Philadelphia Eagles franchise went up by 18 percent to $5.8 billion in the last year, according to Forbes’ new NFL team…
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Swarthmore Filmmaker Raises Awareness of Philadelphia’s Homeless Crisis
Dennis Jeantet of Swarthmore and John Giordano of South Philadelphia are shining a spotlight on Philadelphia’s growing homelessness crisis with their new comedy film, “Another…
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After Launching Football, Eastern University Adds Marching Band to Welcome New Levels of School Spirit
As Eastern University’s football team embarks on its first season against varsity NCAA competition this fall, the university’s Music Department and Athletics Department are unveiling…
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The Tasty History of the Hoagie Involves Delaware County and Is Anything But Clear-Cut
So where did the hoagie come from? Depends on who you ask, reports Food History. Two origin stories place it right in Delaware County, in…
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The Philadelphia Region’s Housing Market Could Soon Be in High Demand
If you are hoping to see housing prices drop in the Philadelphia region, you might be in for quite a wait, according to Berkshire Hathaway…
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Nottingham-Based Herr’s Chooses Winner of ‘Flavored by Philly’ Contest
The long-awaited moment has arrived, after an exciting journey of taste testing and enthusiastic voting in the Herr’s #FlavoredbyPhilly contest, the momentous verdict is here.…
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