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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Medically Tailored Nutrition Improving Health Outcomes, Reducing Costs
A recently released study says Pennsylvania has the potential to realize the second highest level of health care cost savings in the nation if medically…
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Deadline Nears for Compliance with Building Energy Performance Program
The City of Philadelphia’s Building Energy Performance Program, created through Building Energy Performance Policy, aims to achieve efficient energy and water use in the largest…
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Philadelphia is the Safest U.S. City for Pedestrians, According to New Forbes Study
Philadelphia is the least dangerous U.S. city for pedestrians, according to a new study by Forbes Advisors, writes Christy Bieber for the publication. To determine…
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PECO’s EV Investment: Rebates, Charging Stations, and Savings Tools to Simplify Your Switch to Electric Vehicles
PECO, Pennsylvania’s largest electric and natural gas delivery company and provider of energy to millions of customers in the Greater Philadelphia region, is on a…
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Philadelphia Will Host Historic First Presidential Debate: Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump
Philadelphia will be at the center of the political universe when the National Constitution Center hosts the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris…
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Penn State Great Valley Golf Outing Raises More Than $30K for Scholarships
Penn State Great Valley held its annual golf outing earlier this summer at Applecross Country Club in Downingtown, raising over $30,000 for student scholarships. Seventy-two…
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Five Major Developments Bring Over 1,700 Apartments In and Around Center City
Amid a surge in multifamily projects throughout Philadelphia, five major developments have brought over 1,700 apartments in and around Center City this summer, writes Paul…
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Slippery Rock-Based Company Now MLB’s Chief Supplier of Dirt, and Phillies Are to Thank for It
The Philadelphia Phillies, the first big-league client of DuraEdge, have helped the Slippery Rock-based company become Major League Baseball’s chief supplier of dirt, writes Frank…
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Penn Medicine Signs Merger Agreement with Doylestown Health in Major Expansion
The University of Pennsylvania Health System and Doylestown Health have officially signed a definitive merger agreement, bringing the Bucks County health system under the Penn…
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Rise in Montco Democrats Could Sway Election
Montgomery County and the surrounding suburbs are seeing a surge in registered Democrats as the population increases, reports Katie Bernard and Assem Shukla for The…
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Ten Chester County Companies Make Upper Half of This Year’s Inc. 5000 List
Ten Chester County companies placed in the upper half of the Inc. 5000 list for 2024, the publication’s annual ranking of the fastest-growing companies in…
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Lackawanna College & Peirce College Announce Intent to Merge, Creating PA’s Largest Private, Nonprofit Open Enrollment Institution
Lackawanna College and Peirce College announced on Aug. 13 that they intend to merge, based on the shared belief that both institutions are better and…
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Holy Family University To Launch Nurse Aide Training Program
The Holy Family University School of Nursing & Health Sciences has gained approval from the Pennsylvania Board of Education for its newly created Nurse Aide…
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This Philadelphia Dive Bar Was Named One of the Best in the Nation
The United States is filled with hundreds of dive bars that hit the spot for all kinds of customers, and one of the 30 best…
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Shopping Gets Immersive as King of Prussia Mall Moves Toward Interactive Experiences
King of Prussia Mall, among other malls, is pivoting toward more experience-based attractions, reports Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Malls across the country…
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Chester County Leadership: Thom Chiomento, Vice President, Pennsylvania American Water
Thom Chiomento, Vice President of Pennsylvania American Water, spoke to VISTA Today about growing up all over the world thanks to his father’s job in…
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Side of ‘Pannhass’ Anyone? This Local Breakfast Dish Has a Pennsylvania Dutch Backstory
Try going into a favorite diner for breakfast across the Phila. region and ordering eggs, home fries, coffee, and pannhass and prepare for a puzzled…
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Luxury Housing Market in Chester County Sees Major Uptick in Demand
Chester County is among the Philadelphia region luxury housing markets that are seeing an uptick in demand, bidding wars, and fast sales, writes Michaelle Bond…
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