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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Remembering Political Pioneer on 115th Anniversary of Her Birth
Anne Brancato, one of the most accomplished Philadelphians in 20th-century politics, overcame a number of barriers to become the first woman elected as a Democrat…
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WalletHub Proclaims What We Already Knew: Philly One of Best Cities for College Basketball Fans
Philadelphia is among the Top 10 cities for college hoops fans according to WalletHub’s list of 2018’s Best Cities for College Basketball Fans. To determine…
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With 215 and 267 Now Exhausted, Region’s Third Area Code Placed into Service
A third area code for the region, 445, has officially been placed into service for new phone numbers coming out of Philadelphia, as well as…
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Chester County’s Superfund Sites Being Eyed for Redevelopment
The Philadelphia region still has 70 Superfund sites, with 11 in Chester County, that have not been cleaned up, and some are being eyed for…
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Travel Startup Harnesses Data, Social Media to Plan Perfect Vacations from Its Exton Office
TravelUR – a startup based in Scottsdale, Ariz., with a branch office in Exton – combines user data and preferences to provide the best vacation…
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The Bogleheads Celebrate 20 Years of Devotion to Vanguard’s Founder
The Bogleheads, a national group of investors who follow the low-cost investing philosophy of Vanguard founder John Bogle, are celebrating their 20th anniversary, writes Erin…
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SEPTA Modifies Schedules, Is Ready for Thursday’s Super Bowl Parade
Millions of people will flock to the streets of Philadelphia on Thursday for the Super Bowl Parade, and SEPTA is ready. The transportation authority has…
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Lack of Skilled Workers a Major Concern for Local Companies
Lack of skilled workers ahead of the coming hiring boom is one of the main concerns of Philadelphia-area companies, writes Bob Fernandez for the Philadelphia…
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Pennsylvania Rolls Out Red Carpet for Amazon with Most Generous Incentives Ever Offered
Pennsylvania is preparing what is perhaps its most generous incentive package to date to have Amazon select either Philadelphia or Pittsburgh as its second headquarters,…
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Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Considers Overhauling Suspension Policies
The Unionville-Chadds Ford School District is considering overhauling its disciplinary policies, which would make it the first school district in Pennsylvania to allow for the…
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Devon Resident Among Political ‘Avengers’ Featured on the Cover of Time Magazine
Devon resident Chrissy Houlahan is one of three suburban Philadelphia women, all first-time Democrats running for office, who are featured on the cover of the…
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Former Digital Strategy Chief of West Chester’s Traffic Safety Store Expands His Agency
Nick Eubanks, the former digital strategy chief at West Chester-based Traffic Safety Store, has expanded his digital brand agency I’m From The Future (IFTF) with…
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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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Coatesville Native, Musical Artist Danni Peace Starts the New Year with a New Single
By Steve Edgcumbe Coatesville native and singer-songwriter Danni Peace is welcoming in the new year with a new song. “Awaken Love” will be available beginning…
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Crebilly Farm Development Plans on Hold … for Now
The chances that Crebilly Farm will be preserved for future generations have improved significantly after Toll Brothers’ development plans were shut down by Westtown Township…
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More Than 200,000 People in Suburban Philly Could Be Paying Too Much in Property Taxes
More than 200,000 homeowners in the Philadelphia suburbs, including in Chester and Delaware counties, could be paying too much in property taxes due to inaccurate…
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Philadelphia One of Four Regions Selected for Global Identity Project
Philadelphia has been selected by the Brookings Institution as one of four regions that will participate in a project to help determine how to define…
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Spotlight Grows Brighter on Undefeated WCU Men’s Basketball Team
The West Chester University men’s basketball team is now garnering national recognition, as the undefeated Golden Rams are ranked No. 23 among the top NCAA…
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