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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Henderson High School Student’s Participation in CCFWG’s Girls Advisory Board Shapes Her Future
Ananya Muthukrishnan, a student at Henderson High School, was not sure what she wanted to study in college until she participated in the Girls Advisory…
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Delaware County the Statewide Center for Litigation of Opioid Cases, but Some Plaintiffs Want Out
Ever since Delaware County became the first county in Pennsylvania to sue opioid manufacturers 18 months ago, it has become the statewide center for litigation…
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Report: Philadelphia Has Second-Most Aggressive Drivers in America
Philadelphia ranks second among the Top 10 Cities with the Most Aggressive Drivers, according to a report recently released by Boston-based GasBuddy. Philadelphia ranked behind…
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Only One City Tops Philadelphia for Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations … and It’s Not Boston
Those looking to have a good time for St. Patrick’s Day do not have to go far, as Philadelphia offers some of the best celebrations…
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Father of Road-Rage Victim Needs Public’s Help to Fund Mural Against Gun Violence
The father of Bianca Roberson, the victim of a road-rage murder in West Goshen nearly two years ago, is looking for the public’s help to…
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Entrepreneurial Activity Up Nationwide; Pennsylvania Lags Behind Other States
When compared to other states, Pennsylvania continues to lag behind in entrepreneurial activity, according to a new report from the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, writes…
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Philadelphia Region Bucks Nationwide Trend, Continues to Enjoy Real-Estate Renaissance
While the nationwide housing market significantly slowed down last fall, the Philadelphia region is continuing to enjoy a real-estate renaissance that started in 2012, writes…
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Chester County Home to Five of the 15 Hottest Towns in the Western Suburbs
According to local realtors, Chester County is home to five of the 15 hottest towns in Philadelphia’s western suburbs for people looking to relocate, write…
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Volunteer Organization Fights to Preserve Hidden History of Church in South Coventry
A group of volunteers from the Friends of African Union Church of South Coventry are working on preserving a part of local history, writes Evan…
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Philadelphia One of the Best Cities for Women in Tech
According to a new study recently published by fintech firm SmartAsset, Philadelphia is now the third-best city in the nation for women working in tech,…
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Chester County Briefly: February 27
William J. Belknap Sr. Belknap, the CEO and President of Downingtown-based AEONRG, LLC, has been elected to the National Small Business Association’s Board of Trustees.…
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Victory’s HopDevil One of the Brews That Propelled the Craft-Beer Industry to Where It Is Today
#FlagshipFebruary is the time to appreciate some of the best styles of established craft beer, with Victory Brewing’s HopDevil perfectly fitting the mold, writes Nick…
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Philadelphia One of the Easier Places for Women to Buy Homes Without a Co-Signer
Philadelphia is one of the Top 10 cities in the country where it is easier for women to buy homes without needing a co-signer, writes…
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Chester County Home to Six of the Top 50 Private High Schools in Greater Philadelphia
Chester County is home to six of the Top 50 Private High Schools in Greater Philadelphia, according to the latest rankings published by Niche.com, writes…
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FBI to Assist Police in South Jersey After Sculpture by Late Phoenixville Artist Goes Missing
The Cherry Hill Police Department has asked the FBI for help in determining what happened to a sculpture by Nathaniel Choate, the famous artist who…
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Chester County Home to One of Philadelphia’s Must-Visit Steakhouses
Despite the growing popularity of destination restaurants, the traditional steakhouse remains a place that offers a classic meal guaranteed to satisfy your palate and sate…
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Anonymous Donation of $500,000 Establishes Interest-Free Loans for Local Federal Employees
An anonymous donor has made a $500,000 donation to the Hebrew Free Loan Society of Greater Philadelphia for interest-free, short-term loans to federal employees in…
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High-Speed Rail Service, Hyperloop Between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh Still Not Ruled Out
While there are still no concrete plans for high-speed rail service between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, the interest in one remains, writes Colin Deppen for The…
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