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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Springfield Resident, Retired Philadelphia Firefighter Turns His Work Journal into a Book
Springfield resident Robert Marchisello has turned his work journal from almost four decades as a firefighter into a book entitled A Firefighter’s Journal, writes Stephanie…
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Digital First Media’s Suburban Philadelphia Newspapers Face Uncertain Future
Digital First Media’s suburban Philadelphia newspapers, which include the Daily Local News and Delaware County Daily Times, are staring at an uncertain future, writes Bob…
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Former Delaware County Community College Student Behind Fashion Brand Popular Among Celebrities
Milan Harris, who attended Upper Darby High School and Delaware County Community College, now runs Milano Di Rouge, a fashion brand worn by Philadelphia trendsetters…
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Bold Experiments Elevate Regional Theater to New Level
Regional theater in Greater Philadelphia has always provided great entertainment, but the latest bold experiments have lifted it to a whole new level, writes John…
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Philadelphia Union Launches New Transit Option for Fans
The Philadelphia Union is planning to offer a new transit option for fans in and around Center City to make getting to the games easier,…
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Living Near Rail Stations a Boon for Suburban Homeowners
SEPTA has cited the increased value of suburban homes by rail stations as one of the reasons why mass transit is essential to the well-being…
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Advocates for Fairer Congressional Map Hope to Reform the Redistricting Process
While the new congressional map replaced heavily gerrymandered districts with more balanced ones, the larger question on how to reform the entire redistricting process remains…
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Wawa Looking to Fill 5,000 Positions in Next Three Months
Wawa is looking to add 5,000 full- and part-time jobs over the next three months, writes Sam Wood for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The beloved convenience-store…
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Through Office in Chester, EDSI Matches Region’s Skilled Workers with Employers
As the skills gap continues to widen and create more problems for employers looking for qualified labor, EDSI (Educational Data Systems, Inc.) is doing its…
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Remembering Political Pioneer on 115th Anniversary of Her Birth
Anne Brancato, one of the most accomplished Philadelphians in 20th-century politics, overcame a number of barriers to become the first woman elected as a Democrat…
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WalletHub Proclaims What We Already Knew: Philly One of Best Cities for College Basketball Fans
Philadelphia is among the Top 10 cities for college hoops fans according to WalletHub’s list of 2018’s Best Cities for College Basketball Fans. To determine…
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One of Region’s Most Successful Investors to Run for Seat on Safeguard’s Board
Ira Lubert, one of the most successful private investors in the Philadelphia area, is one of a group of candidates who plan to run for…
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Original Clam Tavern in Clifton Heights Among Top Restaurants in Philadelphia Suburbs
Among all of the outstanding restaurants in the Philadelphia suburbs, there are some that really stand out, like The Original Clam Tavern in Clifton Heights,…
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With 215 and 267 Now Exhausted, Region’s Third Area Code Placed into Service
A third area code for the region, 445, has officially been placed into service for new phone numbers coming out of Philadelphia, as well as…
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Delaware County’s Three Superfund Sites Eyed for Redevelopment
The Philadelphia region still has 70 Superfund sites, with three in Delaware County, that have not been cleaned up and may be under consideration for…
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What South Philadelphians Need to Know After Joining Delco’s New Congressional District
Thanks to Pennsylvania’s new congressional district map, a number of South Philadelphians now find themselves sharing the Fifth Congressional District with Delaware County, writes Stephanie…
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From CHESCO: Perhaps Retirement-Bound in Wake of Super Bowl, Eagles Tight End to Settle in West Chester
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek is building a home in West Chester, writes Frank Fitzpatrick for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Winning the Super Bowl was…
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Delaware County Leadership: Vince Del Rossi, Owner and President of Health Mats
By the time he was a junior in high school, Vince Del Rossi, Owner and President of Health Mats, was a self-made man. When he…
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