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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New Yorkers Lead a Sharp Rise in Out-Of-Town Rental Demand For Philadelphia Properties
Philadelphia-area apartments are experiencing a surge in interest from out-of-town renters, fueled largely by newcomers who are relocating from New York, writes Ryan Mulligan for…
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Andiario Offers One-Of-A-Kind Seasonal Dining in West Chester
West Chester’s Andiario offers a truly exceptional dining experience perfect for any Chester County foodie, writes Emma Larkin for Fast Food Club. Fast Food Club…
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The Immaculata Symphony Presents Annual Christmas Concert on Dec. 7
On Sunday, Dec. 7, the Immaculata Symphony will perform its annual Christmas concert, Christmas Movie Classics, beginning at 3:00 PM, in Immaculata’s Alumnae Hall. The…
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Serve, Protect, Lead: Philadelphia Police Lieutenant Earns Doctorate in Education at Wilmington University
As an enlisted Marine, Dr. Alexander Branch learned how to take orders. As an Army Reserve Captain, he learned how to give orders, and as a Wilmington…
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Philadelphia Named Top Five Most Sinful City in America
WalletHub has released a study identifying the most sinful cities in America based on 37 key indicators, writes Adam McCann for the publication. The list…
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Eagles Couple Balances Demanding Football Season By Sharing Hilarious West Chester Home Renovations
Philadelphia Eagles couple Landon and Brooke Dickerson manage more than just a demanding schedule during the football season, writes Tabitha Parent for People. The couple…
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Wayne Company Lands on Deloitte’s Fast 500
One Chester County company has earned a place on Deloitte’s 2025 list of the fastest-growing technology firms in North America, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Delaware County Luxury Home Prices Are Up, But Listings Are Down
Sales and listings of luxury homes in Delaware County are down this year, but prices are up, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The…
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HBO Places Order for Chester County-Rooted ‘Task’ Second Season
HBO has renewed the popular crime thriller series Task, starring Mark Ruffalo and filmed in part in Chester County, for a second season, writes Rosa…
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Philadelphia Restaurants Honored As Michelin Comes to City for Northeast Cities Ceremony
Philadelphia served as the host city of the first-ever edition of the Michelin Guide Northeast Cities ceremony on Tuesday, November 18. With many of the…
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Bucks County Median Homebuyer Age Well Below National Average
According to a nationwide survey by the National Association of Realtors, the median homebuyer age in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metropolitan area, which includes Bucks County, is…
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Remembering William Elkins, Pioneering Research Immunologist and Coatesville Rancher
William L. Elkins, a pioneering research immunologist at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine and innovative longtime Angus cattle rancher in Coatesville, died…
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Wilmington University Prevention Science Alum to Launch Nonprofit
Dr. Foday Kamara will never forget the day he landed in New York City from Liberia: Feb. 4, 1999. Then 15 years old, he went from…
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Philadelphia-Based Gopuff Raises $250M to Go Towards AI Investment, Expansion Plans
Philadelphia-based Gopuff recently raised $250 million, signifying the company’s strongest financial position in its nearly 13-year history, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Small Business Optimism is Above Average, Though Not for Everyone
Small business optimism is running above average nationally, while uncertainty has dropped, according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Here in Delaware County, the…
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LionCage Pitch Competition Awards $35,000 to Southeastern Pennsylvania Entrepreneurs
Invent Penn State LaunchBoxes at Brandywine and Great Valley and the Ideas x Innovation Network (i2n), an initiative of the Chester County Economic Development Council…
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Coatesville-Based Nonprofit Receives Investment from William Penn Foundation
The Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center Inc. (CCOIC) has been selected as one of nineteen nonprofit organizations to share in a regional workforce-training investment of $8.35 million,…
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Dr. Tori Nuccio Honored with PASSHE’s Keepers of the Flame Award
Dr. Tori Nuccio, WCU Deputy Director of Financial Aid, has been honored with the Keepers of the Flame Award by the Pennsylvania State System of…
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