Center City
Center City is the heartbeat of Philadelphia and a bustling hub of business, shopping, history, and culture.
It’s a modern metropolis, filled with skyscrapers like the Comcast Center. The skyline is a blend of old and new, a testament to the city’s growth and innovation.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Kimmel Center, and the Academy of Music are just a few of the cultural landmarks.
Amidst the urban landscape, green spaces provide a breath of fresh air. Rittenhouse Square and Logan Square are popular Center City spots for relaxation and recreation.
From high-end boutiques to bustling markets like Reading Terminal Market, there’s a shopping experience for everyone in Center City.
Explore our archive of stories about Center City’s residents, schools, and businesses below:
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East High Students Organize Silent Auction Dec. 16 to Benefit Home of the Sparrow
Three seniors from East High School in West Chester have organized a silent auction fundraiser Thursday, Dec. 16, to benefit Home of the Sparrow in…
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Decision to Relocate Its Headquarters from Center City to the Suburbs Makes Radian Group ‘Bit of a Unicorn’
The Radian Group’s decision to move its headquarters from Center City to Wayne and shrink the space it used to occupy by over two-thirds makes…
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Two Local Breweries Proceed with Expansions Despite Pandemic
While the pandemic has stalled two major beer-related expansion projects in the area, both plans are still on track, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…
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Pair of Local Catholic High Schools to Close Their Doors for Good
Bishop McDevitt High School in Wyncote will close its doors for good at the end of the 2020-21 school year, writes Kristen Graham for The…
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Support Bill Ronayne, a Champion of Chester County, as He Goes ‘Over the Edge’ for Fundraiser
As a businessman, volunteer, philanthropist, firefighter, and more, Bill Ronayne wears many hats. One thing he insists he is not, however, is a daredevil. Although…
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Retrospective of World-Renowned Fashion Designer Showcases Private Collection of West Chester Native
Drexel University’s URBN Center is hosting the first comprehensive retrospective of Nicole Miller’s work, with most from the private collection of West Chester native Mary…
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Chester County Leadership: Lou Teti, Partner, MacElree Harvey
Lou Teti, Partner at West Chester-based law firm MacElree Harvey, talks with VISTA Today about growing up in Coatesville, developing a strong work ethic working…
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#3 Perhaps Retirement-Bound in Wake of Super Bowl, Eagles Tight End to Settle in West Chester
Publisher’s Note: Originally published on February 8th, 2018, this story drew 31,313 views. Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek is building a home in West Chester,…
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M. Night Shyamalan Spotted in Center City Shooting Scenes for New Series for Apple TV
Willistown Township resident M. Night Shyamalan was spotted in Center City last week filming scenes for his as-yet-unnamed new series for Apple TV, writes Nick…
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From MONTCO: CHOP Unveils Plans for Another Hospital in King of Prussia
By Joe Barron Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announced plans Tuesday for a full-service, inpatient medical center in King of Prussia — its first outside the…
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WCU Celebrates State System of Higher Education’s Expansion in Center City
West Chester University recently joined the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education in celebrating the expansion of the latter’s Center City space, writes Michelle Caffrey…
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WCU Offers Learning Opportunities in Philadelphia for Busy Professionals
West Chester University offers learning opportunities in Philadelphia for busy professionals in a convenient and affordable format. The part-time evening coursework at WCU’s Center City…
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Unique Program Prevents Baby-Boomers from Making Wrong Entrepreneurial Choices
Roadrunner50Plus is a unique program designed to prevent baby-boomers from making the wrong entrepreneurial choices, writes Diane Mastrull for the Philadelphia Inquirer. “I know of…
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Chester County Leadership – Alison Marcantuno, Store Team Leader, Whole Foods Market, Exton
Alison Marcantuno, the Store Team Leader at the new Whole Foods Market in Exton, which opens this morning at 9:00 AM, spoke with VISTA Today…
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FROM DELCO: New Wawa in D.C. the Chain’s Largest … for Now
Wawa has opened its largest store to date, this one in Washington, D.C., writes Stephanie Farr for the Philadelphia Inquirer. A string trio played in…
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Local Businessman Needs Your Help to ‘Go Over the Edge’ for Charity
To go over the edge is a popular expression – a type of figurative language technically known as an idiom – that we often use…
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Malvern’s Liberty Property Trust Acquires Two More Center City Properties
Malvern’s Liberty Property Trust has expanded its Center City presence with two more properties near the soon-to-be-completed Comcast Technology Center, writes Natalie Kostelni for the…
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BB&T to Continue Building Its Strong Base in the Philadelphia Area
BB&T, the newcomer to Greater Philadelphia’s banking scene, is planning to open more branches in the area over the next three years, writes Joseph DiStefano…
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