University City
University City is a vibrant neighborhood in West Philadelphia, known for its prestigious universities, diverse communities, and rich cultural scene.
Home to institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel University, it thrives as a hub for education, healthcare, and innovation.
The area features a mix of historic architecture and modern developments, offering residents and visitors a dynamic urban experience.
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Inside A Philly Architect’s Mission to Revive Market East Through A Rethinking of Retail
Market East, like many commercial corridors in Philadelphia and throughout the nation, has seen an increasing amount of empty storefront. With e-commerce becoming a more…
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Drexel’s Center City Medical Office Building Could Become 90 Apartments Under New Owner
Drexel University has a deal in place to sell a Center City medical office building that already has permits approved for conversion into apartments, writes…
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Wawa Shelves Shelfless, All-Digital Store at Drexel University
Wawa has made a “business decision” to close a shelfless, all-digital store at Drexel University, 3300 Market Street in Philadelphia, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice.…
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Popular Local Burger Chain Sets Sights on the Main Line
A fast-growing regional burger chain is setting its sights on the Main Line, with Gouldsburger’s officially headed to Ardmore, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia…
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New Temple University Residence Hall in Works for North Philadelphia, RFP Issued for Project
Temple University plans to build a new residence hall near Broad and Norris streets in North Philadelphia and has issued a request for proposals for…
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How Philadelphia Became the Birthplace of American Independence
Why Philadelphia? When most people picture the American Revolution, they see muskets flashing in Boston, redcoats marching through New York, or Washington’s army crossing the…
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Penn Medicine’s Montgomeryville Center Part of Regional Plan
Penn Medicine is bringing world-class cancer care closer to Montgomery County residents, writes Harold Brubaker for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The health system is adding a…
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Doylestown’s Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center to Expand with New Laboratory
The Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center of Bucks County is planning to add a new laboratory and office building on a lot across from its Doylestown campus,…
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Philly Real Estate Investor Acquires Six-Building Apartment Portfolio in University City for $5M
Philadelphia-based real estate investor Loonstyn Properties has purchased a six-building, 41-unit University City apartment portfolio for $5 million, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business…
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Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen Eyeing Several Montco Locations
Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen, a popular New Jersey fast-casual Mexican chain, is considering several Montgomery County locations for its next expansion, writes Jason Sheehan for…
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Two Philly Sandwich Shops Rank Among Top 100 in America, According to Inaugural Yelp List
Yelp has released its inaugural list of the top 100 delis in the United States and two Philadelphia sandwich shops can be found on the…
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FS Investments to Relocate Headquarters, Changes Name As Part of Rebrand
FS Investments has undergone significant growth in recent years, and that growth is leading to a company relocation and subsequent rebrand, writes Jeff Blumenthal for…
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Robotaxi Company Waymo Set to Begin Test Run in Philadelphia
Waymo, the robotaxi company, will soon start hitting the streets in several new cities throughout the country as part of a test run with Philadelphia…
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Wall Street Journal: This Philadelphia Company is Better Equipped Than Others to Navigate Tariff Situation
While companies worldwide are having to manage the uncertain trade environment because of tariffs, some are better suited to navigate the situation than others, write…
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Penn Medicine CEO Warns SEPTA Cuts Would Be Devastating for Patients, Staff
Penn Medicine CEO Kevin Mahoney, who often commutes by Regional Rail to his office in University City, has warned that SEPTA’s proposed cuts would be…
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Haraz Coffee House Brings Yemeni Coffee to Philadelphia With New Cafe in University City
Haraz Coffee House has been serving traditional Middle Eastern drinks with sun-dried coffee beans in more than a dozen locations throughout the country. While Detroit…
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St. Joe’s Offers Buyouts to Staff Amid Budget Rebalancing
Lower Merion’s St. Joseph’s University is offering voluntary buyouts to some faculty and staff as it works to close a small budget deficit, stemming from…
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Beauty Is In the Eye of the Customer At These Philadelphia Restaurants
Philadelphia is filled with so many gorgeous restaurants, from the ceilings to the lights, the atmosphere, and everything in between, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for OpenTable.…
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