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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Philadelphia Among Most Active Locations for Renting in Country
Philadelphia ranked among the fifteen most active rental markets in the nation as well as the top three in the Northeast for April, writes Alexandra…
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Philadelphia Nonprofit Starts #Blackphillygradwishlist to Help Soon-to-be Black Doctors
To help Black medical student transition into residency and take some of the financial burdens off of them, the Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania has…
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Kennett Square-Grown Mushrooms the Influence for Meat Alternatives at Local Restaurants
Plant-based restaurants are becoming more popular among Gen Z, prompting restauranteurs to adjust to this health-conscious diet. As a result, these restaurants offer plant-based meat…
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Author, Addiction Recovery Speaker Brandon Novak to Speak at Holy Family University
Holy Family University will be hosting best-selling author and addiction recovery speaker Brandon Novak on May 6 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the university’s Campus…
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Phoenixville Native’s Real Estate Company Offers LGBTQ+ Community More Comfortable Way of Home Shopping
For members of the LGBTQ+ community, buying a home that would allow them to live openly and honestly used to be an anxiety-inducing experience, writes…
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Paoli Boutique Supplies Matching Mother-Daughter Outfits for Taylor Swift Concerts
Jenn Frederick and the Good Day Philadelphia crew visited Main Line Fashionista Boutique in Paoli, where mothers and daughters can find matching outfits for concerts,…
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Conestoga High School Grad Is Descendent of Two American Presidents
Conestoga High School graduate Jennie Elizabeth Eisenhower, Richard Nixon’s granddaughter on her mother’s side and Dwight D. Eisenhower’s great-granddaughter through her father, is keeping her…
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Titanic Survivor was Namesake of Widener College (Now University)
The sinking of the RMS Titanic 111 years ago on April 15, 1912, left its mark on the ultra-wealthy Widener family here in Philadelphia that…
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Philadelphia’s John Wilkes Booth Poster Auctioned for Over $160K
A rare John Wilkes Booth “wanted” poster that was displayed on a tree in the Philadelphia area after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln has…
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Holy Family, Community Academy of Philadelphia Enter Educational Agreement
Students and administrators from Community Academy of Philadelphia, the first charter school established in Philadelphia, visited Holy Family University to sign an agreement that offers…
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Local Destination Makes List of Best Camping, or Glamping, Spots in Philadelphia Area
If you are looking to get away from it all and enjoy a nice camping or glamping adventure, you do not have to go far…
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American Community Journals, the Parent Company of VISTA Today, Seeks Editor/Writer
American Community Journals (ACJ) — the parent company of VISTA Today, MONTCO Today, DELCO Today, and BUCKSCO Today — is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and…
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Bed Bath & Beyond Files for Bankruptcy, But Exton Could be Spared
As the iconic home goods retailer shutters across Philadelphia, Exton’s Bed Bath and Beyond may be spared. The chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy…
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Holy Family University Accepting Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Check
State Senator Jimmy Dillon, State Representative Pat Gallagher, and City Councilmember Michael Driscoll will present Anne Prisco, president of Holy Family University, with a check…
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Stephen Starr Opening New Restaurant in Miami with New York City Restaurateur
Philadelphia-based restaurateur Stephen Starr has formed an unlikely partnership with famed New York City restaurateur Keith McNally, and the pair are currently preparing to open…
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SEPTA Proposes Rideshare Service for ‘Microtransit Zones’ in Philadelphia Suburbs
SEPTA is planning to implement its own answer to Uber and Lyft, an on-demand rideshare service that would cover areas in the Philadelphia suburbs where…
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Chesterbrook Co-working Space Sees Burgeoning Occupancy
A 20,000-square-foot coworking space in a 14-building Chesterbrook campus is now 90 percent leased, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Philadelphia-based Rubenstein Partners opened…





























































