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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Classroom Culinarians: Two Former School Principals Open Restaurant in Montco
After long dreaming about owning a restaurant together, Dr. Maya Johnstone and Dr. Kala Johnstone opened FoodChasers Kitchen in Elkins Park, where they’re serving up…
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In a Game of Rams vs. Bengals, Puppy Bowl 2022 Was a Whole New Animal
Several pooches from Brandywine Valley SPCA in West Chester participated in this year’s Puppy Bowl in the hopes of breaking stereotypes and improving their chance…
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CSL Behring Partners with Uplifting Athletes for Rare Disease Research and Honors Those Making an Impact
At the celebratory event, presented by global biotherapies leader CSL Behring, Uplifting Athletes awarded $180,000 in research grants to nine promising young investigative rare disease researchers…
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After Being Disrespected by His Teacher, Norristown Native Passed Up Pro Sports Career to Become Historian
As a child, Norristown native Charles Blockson was told by a teacher that his heritage had no history worth learning, writes Avi Wolfman-Arent for Billy…
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With Successful NFL Career Behind Him, West Chester Man Now Focused on the Next Chapter of His Life
West Chester resident Phillip Daniels is following up on a successful career in the NFL by coaching football at Bishop Shanahan High School and staying…
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Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank Eagerly Anticipate Receipt of College Scholarship Applications from Class of 2022
For the past 53 years, the Green Family Foundation has supported local high schoolers in pursuit of college degrees. It has done so in collaboration…
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Hungry Man Ends Four-Year Mission with 1,000th Cheesesteak in Eddystone
Four years ago, he pledged to eat 1,000 cheesesteaks. Today, Jan. 13, Jim Pappas fulfills that pledge, writes Tayler Bunge for Philly.Eater.com. Pappas, a Delaware…
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Chester County Home to One of the Region’s Best Gift Shops
While the Philadelphia area is home to many great gift shops, there are those that stand out by by offering a great selection of both…
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State Prisoners in Montco Pool Their Resources to Buy Science Kits for First-Graders
Eighteen incarcerated men at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Phoenix in Skippack Township pooled their resources to buy several science lab kits for first-graders in…
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State House Halts PennDOT’s Plan to Add Tolls to Fund Nine Area Bridges in Need of Repairs
A PennDOT plan to add tolls on nine bridges to finance their repairs was halted on Tuesday by the state House, which passed a bill…
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Chester County Leadership: Susan Springsteen, President, H2O Connected
Susan Springsteen, the President of Coatesville-based H2O Connected, spoke with VISTA Today about growing up in Delaware; her passion for riding horses; rescuing a pony…
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Chester County Leadership: Coach Dick Vermeil
Dick Vermeil, the legendary football coach and Chester County resident who led the Philadelphia Eagles to Super Bowl XV, spoke with VISTA Today about growing…
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Chestnut Hill College’s Harry Potter Academic Conference Celebrates 10 Years of Scholarship
Chestnut Hill College’s Annual Harry Potter Academic Conference will mark its tenth anniversary this year, taking place on Friday, October 15th and Saturday, October 16th.…
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Malvern Bank House of the Week: Splendid Architecture That Blends with Nature in Tredyffrin Township
A mid-century modern home with five bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Wayne. . . The house was designed…
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Berwyn’s Warren Avenue Investors Forms $365 Million Joint Venture Aimed at Buying Life Sciences Real Estate
Berwyn-based Warren Avenue Investors, a real estate firm formed by a former BioMed Realty executive, has established a $365 million venture with Ares Management. The…
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Career Corner: New Philadelphia Match Making Site Connects Employers and Employees
While sites like LinkedIn and Indeed are no doubt useful, they can also be overwhelming. Rather than relying on personal interactions, so much of modern…
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In Better Position Than Most Catholic Schools, Bishop Shanahan Still ‘Has to Hustle’ to Keep Enrollment Up
While being in a significantly better position than the majority of Catholic schools in the Philadelphia region, Bishop Shanahan High School must constantly market itself…
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West Chester’s William McSwain Announces Bid to Become Governor of Pennsylvania
West Chester resident and Henderson High School graduate William McSwain, a top federal prosecutor in Philadelphia under former President Donald Trump, has announced that he…
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