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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Pair of Chester County Graduates Among Those Whose Achievements Inspire
Two students from Chester County are among this year’s inspiring graduates whose accomplishments are doing the entire Philadelphia region proud, writes Ronnie Polaneczky for The…
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West Chester Woman – the ‘Rock’ of Her Family – on Front Line of COVID-19 Fight in Philadelphia
Betsy St. Clair, a West Chester resident and a nurse at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, has been on the front line of the COVID-19 fight…
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Sommelier from Oxford Helping to Popularize Pennsylvania Wines
Oxford High School graduate Alexandra Cherniavsky is one of a growing number of sommeliers who are discovering and then sharing their appreciation for Pennsylvania wine,…
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Law School Student from Malvern Collecting Donations for Local Healthcare Professionals
Great Valley High School graduate Becca Yankelevich, a first-year student at Rutgers Law School, is volunteering for the Medical Students for Masks fundraiser to help…
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Lionville Middle School Students Build Award-Winning Virtual City with Clean Drinking Water
Lionville Middle School students Naishu Vytla and Cami Klingen, who represented the Philadelphia area in the Future City Competition in Washington, D.C., were recognized with…
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Conestoga Grad’s Startup Customizes, Leases Homes for People with Disabilities
Conestoga High School graduate Andrew Parker has co-founded Nestidd, a startup that customizes and leases homes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, writes Harold…
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Former Phillies Outfielder Finds New Career at East Norriton’s Athletes Academy
Domonic Brown, a former Phillies outfielder who flamed out after an amazing start to his career, has found his new calling at East Norriton’s Athletes…
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Local Superintendents Band Together to Call for Charter Law Reform
Nearly 30 superintendents from the Philadelphia area stood together earlier this week as they demanded changes to Pennsylvania’s charter law, which is forcing their school…
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Pair of Healthcare Professionals from Chester County to Compete in Olympic Marathon Trials
West Chester East graduate Duriel Hardy and Bishop Shanahan graduate Kayla Lampe are among more than a handful of Philadelphia-area healthcare professionals who are going…
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Malvern Prep Grad the Only Local Player on Either Team at College Football’s National Championship
Keith Maguire, a Malvern Prep graduate and freshman linebacker at Clemson, was the only Philadelphia-area player on either team at Monday’s College Football Playoff championship…
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Local Priest, Bishop Shanahan Grad Reminded of Christmas’s Message by Uncommon Event
During a speech at the annual Soulful Christmas Concert at the Kimmel Center, Father Christopher Walsh, a Bishop Shanahan graduate and priest at St. Raymond…
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Chester County Leadership: Glenda & Joseph (Skip) Brion
Joseph (Skip) Brion, the Chairman of Buckley Brion McGuire & Morris LLP and the former Chairman of the Chester County Republican Committee, and his wife…
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Diversity & Inclusion on LinkedIn
By Lynne Williams What do you do when one person says something to you that makes a very deep impression? You write about it and…
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‘Mean Girls’ Musical Arrives in Philly, Stars Bishop Shanahan Grad
Mean Girls, the musical that features Bishop Shanahan High School graduate Mary Kate Morrissey, has arrived in Philadelphia and will run through Dec. 1, according…
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Started by Parents Looking to Provide a Job for Their Son, Malvern’s Baker Industries Strengthens Families
Baker Industries, a nonprofit workforce development program with locations in both Malvern and Kensington, annually employs around 200 people, the majority of whom are adults…
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Check Out How the High Schools in Chester County Fared on the 2019 Keystone Exams
Renaissance Academy Charter School in Phoenixville ranked fourth in the Philadelphia area according to how well its students did on the 2019 Keystone Exams with…
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Lincoln University Native, Real Estate Entrepreneur in California Bringing His App Back Home
Zumbly, a real estate company based in Santa Monica, Calif., and founded by Lincoln University native Jeb Carty, is ready for its Philadelphia launch, writes…
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Despite Complaints, Golden Rainbow Trout to Be Introduced to More State Waterways
To attract more anglers amidst a national decline in fishing, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is introducing golden rainbow trout and other prized trout…
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