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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Cruise Ship Home Port Terminal to be Built in Tinicum Township
A cruise ship terminal will be built in Tinicum Township at the former Hog Island Dock Terminal Facility, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times.…
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Following Eight-year Legal Battle, Paoli Couple Awarded $10 Million in Win Against Comic Book Grading Giant
After an eight-year legal battle, Paoli couple Matt and Emily Meyers won $10 million in their lawsuit against Certified Guaranty Company, the international comic book…
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Chester County Poised to Be Lone Philadelphia Suburb Without Tax Increase
Chester County’s commissioners released the proposed 2026 budget last month, a plan that avoids any tax hikes for residents and positions the county as the…
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DCCC Culinary Arts Students Connect with Employers –and Will Soon Have New Home in Drexel Hill
Culinary job opportunities are heating up in Pennsylvania — especially in Delaware and Chester Counties, where the field of Culinary Arts remains a high-priority occupation.…
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Are Philadelphia Malls Like Franklin Mall Worthy Preservation Targets?
A discussion is emerging among Philadelphia preservationists about whether malls, which are increasingly threatened with decline, deserve preservation, writes Kyle Bagenstose for Hidden City. One…
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Here Are Some Holiday Happenings This Month in Delaware County
The Christmas season has arrived in Delaware County with plenty of holiday spirit to go around. So while shoppers are rushing home with their treasures,…
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Wayne-Based Stephano Slack Expands Again with Two Acquisitions, New Staff
Wayne-based accounting firm Stephano Slack has added to its growth momentum with two new acquisitions in the Philadelphia region, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The…
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Chester County Leadership: Dan Eisenstadt, CEO, Terramed Real Estate Solutions
Dan Eisenstadt, Founder and CEO of Terramed Real Estate Solutions, spoke with VISTA Today about his earliest experiments in entrepreneurship as a kid in Westchester…
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FROM DELCO: Relic from Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-Point Game Up for Auction
A scoresheet from Wilt Chamberlain’s 100-point game that originally belonged to Toby DeLuca, the late Springfield resident and longtime statistician for Philadelphia-area television and radio…
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WSJ: Philadelphia-Based Paint Maker Merges With Amsterdam Paint Maker to Create Global Giant
Philadelphia-based Axalta Coating Systems has agreed to an all-stock merger with Amsterdam’s AkzoNobel, forming a trans-Atlantic paint company valued at about $17 billion, writes Adrià…
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40 Thanksgiving Meals for Safe Harbor Residents Prepared in WCU’s Food Lab
Although Thanksgiving has now passed, the impact of the holiday season was felt well before the celebrations began. On Tuesday, Nov. 25, West Chester University’s…
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New York Developer Plans 620-Unit Apartment Tower Along Delaware River
Brevet Capital is planning a 36-story apartment tower along the Delaware River in Philadelphia, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The New York…
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HBO’s Task Receives Multi-Million Dollar Pennsylvania Tax Credit for Season Two Filming
Filming for season two of HBO’s Task is set to return to Southeastern Pennsylvania thanks to a multi-million dollar tax credit from the state, writes…
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West Chester’s Shane Gillis to Film Largest Stand-Up Special Yet at Lincoln Financial Field
Popular comedian and Pennsylvania native Shane Gillis is set to perform his biggest comedy show yet at Lincoln Financial Field, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS…
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Philadelphia is the Top U.S. City to Go On a Food Trip, New Survey Finds
A new survey has found that about 21 percent of Americans have taken a trip to a different city solely for its food, writes Stephanie…
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Exton Couple from Iran Get Inundated with Offers After Asking for Place to Celebrate Thanksgiving
Local couple Hamid Golshani and Nadia Niknami were hoping to spend Thanksgiving with an American family, and many of their neighbors were more than happy…
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Dating Back to 1745, General Warren Inne Offers Historic Upscale Dining in Malvern
The General Warren Inne in Malvern offers some of the best old-school dining in Pennsylvania, writes Nikelle Murphy for Mashed. Mashed recently named the inn…
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Chester County Name Chester Springs Resident Andrew Kreider as Communications Director
Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe have appointed Andrew Kreider as the new Communications Director for Chester County Government, effective Dec.…
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