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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Eagles Couple Balances Demanding Football Season By Sharing Hilarious West Chester Home Renovations
Philadelphia Eagles couple Landon and Brooke Dickerson manage more than just a demanding schedule during the football season, writes Tabitha Parent for People. The couple…
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Philly Real Estate Investor Acquires Six-Building Apartment Portfolio in University City for $5M
Philadelphia-based real estate investor Loonstyn Properties has purchased a six-building, 41-unit University City apartment portfolio for $5 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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Immaculata University Hosts Undergraduate Open House Oct. 18
Immaculata University will hold an open house on its campus in Malvern on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. This event is for high…
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Ken Burns’ New Documentary ‘The American Revolution’ Puts Ben Franklin at Start, Philadelphia at Center
After a decade of filming for his new docuseries The American Revolution, Ken Burns begins with Ben Franklin and positions Philadelphia right at the heart…
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Stephen Starr to Revive One of Nation’s Most Influential Restaurants of Last Two Decades in Philadelphia
Stephen Starr is bringing Mission Chinese Food, the celebrated New York spot often hailed as one of the nation’s most essential restaurants of the last…
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Chase Bank to Open Seven New Branches Across Region, Including Two in Chester County
Chase Bank will open seven new branches across the Philadelphia region over the next three months, with two located in Chester County, writes Jeff Blumenthal…
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DELCO Careers – Immaculata University
Immaculata University, a distinguished private Catholic institution founded in 1920 by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, invites applications for the position…
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$6M+ in Funding Awarded to Philadelphia Scientists from RFK Jr.’s Plan for New Autism Research
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, and Drexel University are set to receive more than $6 million from RFK Jr.’s plan for…
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Women’s Professional Basketball League Unrivaled is Coming to Philadelphia
Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s professional basketball league, will be coming to Philadelphia during its 2026 season. The official announcement was made during a rally and…
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Revel in Pumpkins or Face Your Fears This October in Delaware County
October is officially underway, and as fall begins to emerge, thoughts turn to pumpkins and haunted places. Pumpkinland at Linvilla Orchards in Media, a Delaware…
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Square Roots Collective Opening Francis Hotel in Kennett Square
Square Roots Collective is redeveloping an 18th-century building in Kennett Square into an eight-room boutique hotel, Francis Hotel & Suites, that is expected to open…
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Philadelphia Woman Becomes First American to Win Gold Medal at Cheesemonger Olympic Competition
An American has taken home a gold medal at the Mondial du Fromage — or “Cheesemonger Olympics” for the first time since the competition was…
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First Bank House of the Week: Lovely Victorian Manor in Bryn Mawr
A lovely Victorian manor home on five attractive acres at 548 560 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. with four bedrooms and five full and two half…
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Ben Franklin Parkway Redesign May Finally Be on Its Way
The Ben Franklin Parkway is one of the most dangerous roads in Philadelphia, but its long-planned redesign may finally be on its way, writes David…
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University Libraries Special Collections to Celebrate the Papers of Former State Senator Andrew E. Dinniman
WCU’s University Libraries Special Collections will celebrate the acquisition of the papers of Dr. Andrew Dinniman, former WCU Faculty Member, Chester County Commissioner, and Pennsylvania…
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Mayor Lillian DeBaptiste ’74 to Deliver WCU’s 2025 Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture
The Honorable Lillian DeBaptiste ’74, Mayor of the Borough of West Chester, will deliver the Sixth Annual Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture on Thursday,…







































