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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Report Highlights Amazon’s Positive Economic Contributions in Pennsylvania
A new Keystone Strategy report highlights the positive economic contributions of Amazon in Pennsylvania but does not delve into the impact the e-commerce giant has…
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Transportation Bill Could Ease Delaware County Commutes
The massive transportation bill that recently passed the U.S. House would provide around $115 million for critical projects in Southeast Pennsylvania, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for…
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Are Lanternflies Disappearing From the Philadelphia Region? Sort Of.
Spotted Lanternflies seem to have disappeared or are traveling in much smaller numbers in the Philadelphia region. The operative word is “seem to,” writes Frank…
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An Old Delco Friend Makes Philadelphia Inquirer List of Best Philly Burgers
So The Philadelphia Inquirer’s restaurant staff writers got together and decided where the best burgers in Philly are. We’re talking Jillian Wilson, Craig LaBan and…
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American Airlines Executives Upbeat About Philadelphia Airport Recovery
Comfort levels for flying domestically and staying in hotels is good news for the Philadelphia International Airport and its largest air carrier, American Airlines, writes…
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Philly Sour Beer Yeast Big Hit Among Local Breweries – and Beyond
Philly Sour, a new beer yeast found in a Philadelphia cemetery and isolated in the brewing sciences lab at the University of the Sciences, is…
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Clang, Clang, Clang Went the Totally Modernized SEPTA Trolley
SEPTA is spending $203 million in the next 12 years to modernize its trolley system, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It would spend…
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Employers Grade Hospitals on Safety; 1 in Delaware County, 1 Nearby, Earn an ‘A’
Leapfrog, an employer-driven hospital rating system on safety and best practices, has awarded top marks to one Delaware County hospital and a Montgomery County hospital…
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Delaware County Leadership: Paula F. McCauley
Paula F. McCauley, Board Chairperson of The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC), an Audubon-based nonprofit, human services, community-based organization that provides alternative education,…
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Amazon to Philadelphia Region: We’ve Got You Surrounded
Amazon, the e-commerce giant, has doubled its warehouses in our area during the pandemic. They now encircle the Philadelphia region with more than 50 locations,…
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Charles H. DeMirjian of Media, Who Led Successful Ad Campaigns for du Pont, Has Died at 95
A Media Borough man responsible for the marketing campaigns behind Rain Dance car care products, Corian countertops, and Stainmaster flooring, died March 8 at age…
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More Vaccine Coming to Delaware County, as State Officials Admit Distribution Mistakes
Delaware County will immediately get an increase in vaccine doses so that it’s receiving the same amount on average that’s going out to the rest…
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The Return of the Brood X Cicadas and Their 90 Decibel Chirping
It’s going to be a noisy Spring, writes Allie Miller for phillyvoice.com. Brood X, or Brood 10, cicadas will crawl out of their 17-year forest…
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As Pandemic Eases, Suburbanites Working from Home Might Force Philadelphia Tax Structure Overhaul
With work from home keeping the majority of suburbanites out of the city, Philadelphia may have to retool its tax policies that include the highest-in-the-nation…
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Career Corner: Philly Fed’s New Occupational Mobility Explorer Paves Path to 257 Higher Paying Careers
The new online tool launched by Federal Reserve Banks of Philadelphia and Cleveland last month could pave a path to a more lucrative career for…
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Mother Cabrini, of Cabrini University in Radnor, to be Featured in New Movie
Francesca Cabrini, the frail, but strong-willed Italian woman whose religious order, Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, founded Cabrini University in Radnor, is…
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This Grateful Lansdowne Resident Makes a Difference in the Lives of Black Women
Black women got Adam McNeil of Lansdowne through his 30 plus years. His mom, aunts, his grandmother, cousins. “If it wasn’t for them, I would…
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Popular Rock Band Fronted by West Chester Native, Bishop Shanahan Grad Releases New Album
RFA, a popular rock band based in Philadelphia and fronted by West Chester native and Bishop Shanahan High School graduate Dan Cousart, has released a…
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