Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Historical Commission Announces Six New Designations, One Demolition
During its most recent meeting in October, the Philadelphia Historical Commission designated six new buildings to the local Register of Historic Places, writes Kimberly Haas for Hidden City. The first designation nomination was for the Hollinger Building in Center City. It satisfies three criteria — its distinctive architectural style, its representative commercial building, and that…
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With the Homebuying Market As it is, Newlyweds are Creating ‘Home Funds’ to Aid in the Process
With home prices and mortgage interest rates seeing increases in recent years, homebuyers are finding alternative ways to help purchase their homes, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For newlyweds, one alternative has been to set up a “home fund” on their wedding website in addition to their honeymoon fund. That’s what newlyweds Melissa…
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Lamb McErlane Ranks Nationally Among 2024 Best Law Firms
Lamb McErlane PC has ranked nationally in one practice area and regionally in ten among the 2024 “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers. Achieving a tiered ranking in Best Law Firms signals a unique combination of quality law practice and breadth of legal expertise. Lamb McErlane’s 2024 Rankings: National Tier 2 – Appellate Practice Metropolitan…
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Two PECO Power Plants, Relics from Philadelphia’s Industrial Past, About to Become Hubs Once Again
Two relics from Philadelphia’s industrial past — the PECO power plant next to Penn Treaty Park and the F.A. Poth Brewery at 31st and Jefferson — are about to become thrumming hubs again after decades of standing vacant, writes Inga Saffron for The Philadelphia Inquirer. While both projects will include apartments, the final results will…
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Philadelphia is Home to the Oldest Photo Still in Existence
Philadelphia is notable for being a city of firsts, but one “first” distinction it has that may not be known by many is being the first city where someone took a photo, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy Penn at WHYY. The photo was taken in 1839 by Joseph Saxton, an engineer and watchmaker with an…
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Travel Guidebook Publisher Lonely Planet Ranks Philadelphia the Best City to Visit in the United States
If an influx of tourists start to flood Philadelphia in the coming months, it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. Lonely Planet, the industry-leading travel guidebook publisher, released its “Best Destinations to Travel in 2024” list, and Philadelphia is the top-ranked U.S. city on the list, and fifth city overall on the top 10…
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Culture Key to Welcoming, Acclimating New Players
The Philadelphia Eagles have a way of making newcomers to the team feel welcome almost immediately, writes Reuben Frank for NBC Sports Philadelphia. Over his time as general manager, Howie Roseman has signed countless players and made numerous trades with the goal of upgrading the team. This season alone, Roseman has brought in Bradley Roby…
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Reviewers Weighed in on Wawa’s Pizza. Here’s What Folks Think Out on the Street
Experts are weighing in from all over on Wawa’s new pizza offering, but what does the average Wawa customer think?’ Billy Penn at WHYY took the pulse of the man, woman, and child on the street, specifically in Center City and Old City, to find out. Despite some trash talk from reviewers, many people who…
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In Final Interview, Phillies’ Great Dick Allen Put His Life, MLB Career into Perspective
Over his 15-year career in Major League Baseball, Dick Allen had his share of ups and down, both on and off the field, writes William Kashatus for Pennsylvania Heritage. His career accomplishments after his Major League debut with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1963 include winning the NL Rookie of the Year, being named to…
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GQ: How Does Jalen Hurts Stay at the Top of His Game? It’s in His Mind and Body
Coming out on the losing end of the Super Bowl after an MVP-caliber season can be tough to get over, but Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback Jalen Hurts has his ways, writes Christopher Cason for GQ. While Hurts didn’t achieve his ultimate goal last season, he has stayed true to himself and his preparation. “It’s all about…
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Vogue: As Phillies Make Second Straight NLCS, A Long-Time Fan Finds Inspiration
Megan Angelo was 9 years old when the Philadelphia Phillies took a trip to the 1993 World Series and it was an experience she’ll never forget, she writes for Vogue. Her young mind was enamored by the tough, rugged guys on the team, from Curt Schilling to Lenny Dykstra and Larry Bowa, and others. As…
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Forbes: These Billionaires All Have Ties to Philadelphia
The nation’s richest individuals collectively lost about $500 billion last year, but the elite are worth $4.5 trillion, writes Rob LaFranco and Chase Peterson-Withorn for Forbes. Forbes recently released its “400 Richest People In America” list. Pennsylvania was represented throughout the list with 10 entries on the list; some of which have ties to Philadelphia.…
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6 New Sprouts Farmers Market Locations are Coming to the Philadelphia Area
In 2018, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first Philadelphia store and five years later is continuing to expand its presence, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Sprouts recently announced its plans to open at least six new stores over the next two years. Four of the six new stores will be in the…
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Holy Family University to Partner with Beck Institute For Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Holy Family University students enrolled in the Master of Counseling Program will have an opportunity to take part in a 16-week course, beginning in January 2024, that incorporates a research study on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the world-renowned Beck Institute. CBT is a form of psychotherapy that has been found to be effective in…
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Upstate Man Builds Mini Citizens Bank Park in His Backyard
After two years of planning and development, Kurt Klinger, a huge Phillies’ fan who lives in the tiny town of Trevorton in Northumberland County in upstate Pennsylvania, turned his dream into reality by finishing his own Wiffle ball field dubbed the “Mini Bank” after Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia in his backyard, writes Mackenzie Witt…
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Corporate Salaries in Philadelphia Higher Than National Average, But Lower Than in Other East Coast Cities
While salaries for the most in-demand jobs in and around Philadelphia are higher than the national average, they are still lower than in other nearby East Coast cities, writes Lizzy McLellan Ravitch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Robert Half’s 2024 Salary Guide, Philadelphians working these jobs are currently paid about 18 percent above the…
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A Group of University City Scientists at Monell Chemical Senses Center are Teaching AI to Identify Scents
Science has seen many advances and that isn’t likely to slow down, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. As the influence of artificial intelligence has grown, so too have the ways in which it is being used. At the Monell Chemical Senses Center in University City, a group of scientists have launched a new…
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Philadelphia Fringe Festival Proves Our City Is a Hub for … Clowns
Philadelphia is a national center for clowns, along with Los Angeles and New York City, as evidenced by this year’s Philadelphia Fringe Festival, which featured more than 300 performances in dance, music, theater, and film, writes Jane Von Bergen for Billy Penn at WHYY. “The amount of circus is notable and important,” said Shana Kennedy,…
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