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A Philadelphia Woman ‘Adopted’ a Small Island in Front of Boathouse Row, and It’s Now Named the ‘Isle of Jean’
A small island in the Schuylkill River that can be seen when strolling along the path behind the Fairmount Water Works has been adopted by a local woman and now has an official name: Isle of Jean, writes Nick Jaramillo for Billy Penn at WHYY. The island, which can be approached on a small boardwalk,…
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Philadelphia Finalizes New Ancestry Agreement Allowing Millions of Philadelphia Historical Records Online
Millions of Philadelphia’s historical documents will become available online through a new multi-year agreement with Ancestry.com, writes Chelsea R. Cox for Technical.ly. The world’s largest for-profit genealogy company will digitize and index Philadelphia’s historical records, including birth, death, marriage, and property documents from the late 1600s through about 1950. By using high-speed scanning and AI-powered…
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Citizens Bank Park to Undergo New $600 Million Renovation Project
Philadelphia Phillies principal owner John S. Middleton recently announced plans for Citizens Bank Park to undergo a new, estimated $600 million renovation project, writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to Middleton, the goal with the renovations are meant to improve the fan experience, player facilities, and the clubhouse. Citizens Bank Park has…
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Philadelphia Leads Office-to-Apartment Conversion Pipeline Nationwide in Past Year
As many cities nationwide are seeing more mostly-vacant office buildings converted into apartment complexes, no city has seen more such projects since 2025 than Philadelphia, writes Florin Petrut for RentCafe. Philadelphia saw its number of office-to-residential conversion projects increase 119 percent year-to-year. This percentage is the highest growth rate among all of the top 20…
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Healing Verse Germantown, Creative Philadelphia Set to Unveil New Poetry-Inspired Public Art Exhibition
Healing Verse Germantown — a poetry and public art program launched in 2024 to provide healing for community members impacted by gun violence — is set to unveil a new public art exhibition. In collaboration with Creative Philadelphia, the project will see the poems and works of 19 Germantown community members transformed into temporary public…
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Historical Society of Pennsylvania Remembers Pope Francis’ 2015 Philly Visit, Thanks to Collection of Souvenirs
In 2015, Pope Francis made a historic visit to Philadelphia. Upon that visit, the director of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, Lee Arnold, made sure to find and collect as much memorabilia as possible to document that visit, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The souvenirs collected include 3D photos of the Pope, “I [heart] the…
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Penn Engineering Secures $40M in Early Commitments for $200M Research Fund Aimed at Combating Federal Cuts
A $200 million fund launched by the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Engineering and Applied Science will support faculty research and seed startups, aiming to offset the shortfall caused by federal funding cuts to universities, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Futures Fund is set to back research and initiatives in fields…
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Philadelphia Eagles Owner Jeffrey Lurie Talks Prioritizing Fan Experience for Future Stadium
The Philadelphia Eagles‘ lease at Lincoln Financial Field is set to expire in 2032, so Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie is being deliberate as he explores various options in regards to what comes next, writes Olivia Reiner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. As of now, the team is conducting “exploratory research” on the possibility of a new…
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Here Are the Philadelphia Finalists for 2026 James Beard Awards
The finalists for the 2026 James Beard Award ceremony has been announced are several Philadelphia restaurants, chefs, and restaurateurs are in the running, writes Alicia Vitarelli for 6abc. Up first is Kalaya, the Fishtown restaurant that is up for Outstanding Restaurant for the second consecutive year. Its owner Chutatip “Nok” Suntaranon has had four nominations,…
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WSJ: Philadelphia Startup Raises $30M Towards Mission to Transform Rail Industry
Philadelphia startup Voltify, which was founded on the vision of transforming the rail industry by decarbonizing it, has raised $30 million in seed funding towards that mission, writes Rhiannon Hoyle for The Wall Street Journal. With the new funding, the startup will be able to conduct a paid pilot with a Class 1 railroad to…
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Historic Witherspoon Building in Center City to Become 186-Unit Apartment Complex
After serving as Presbyterian Church offices and later as short-term rentals, the historic Witherspoon Building in Center City is being turned into a 186-unit apartment complex, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. SSH Real Estate, which owns the 11-story building that dates back to 1896, decided to discontinue short-term rentals after hospitality operator Sonder…
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As Philly Bars Receive Temporary Curfew Extension, Opportunity Arises for Potential City Zoning Updates
Philadelphia recently gained approval on a legislative bill that will allow local bars and restaurants to continue serving drinks until 4 a.m., extending its curfew from 2 a.m. While the extended curfew is temporary, Philadelphia’s night time economy and business development director Raheem Manning is also making efforts to update the city’s zoning code, writes…
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Philadelphia Housing Authority Purchases Olde Kensington Development in $49.1M Deal
Philadelphia Housing Authority has acquired a recently completed 200-unit development in Olde Kensington as part of its push to purchase several multifamily properties, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. PHA paid $49.1 million for the Avenue V development, which was completed by Philadelphia-based Riverwards Group back in January 2026. “They gave us a…
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Philadelphia is Home to 2 of the Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Whether you are looking for somewhere to buy delicious cookies or cupcakes, Pennsylvania isn’t short on great bakeries. The Keystone has compiled a list of the 13 best bakeries in Pennsylvania. In addition to the bakery selections, The Keystone staff also made recommendations on what to order and a Yelp review that highlights what makes…
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When Washington’s Army Ran Out of Food at Valley Forge, Polly Cooper of Oneida Indian Nation Helped Feed Them
When General George Washington’s army ran out of food while taking refuge in Valley Forge during the winter of 1777, Polly Cooper of Oneida Indian Nation helped save them from starving, writes David Streater for The McDowell News. Washington chose to settle in Valley Forge for the winter after a battle against the British military…
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Here Are Some of the New Food Options for Phillies Fans As 2026 MLB Season Approaches
With the Philadelphia Phillies set to kick off the new MLB season this week, fans will be in store for a variety of new food options at Citizens Bank Park, according to a 6abc Digital Staff report. First up is The Sweeper, a ribeye steak smothered in pizza sauce and topped with pepperoni and provolone…
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WSJ: Local News Outlet Joins National Publications in Using AI for Reporting, Expanded Coverage
Reporters at newsrooms both locally and nationally are using artificial intelligence for a variety of reasons, and that includes The Philadelphia Inquirer, writes Alexandra Bruell for The Wall Street Journal. While many newsrooms see chatbots and AI-powered search engines as a threat, others are finding ways to use it to their advantage. Last year, The…
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‘60 Minutes’ Highlights Philadelphia’s Central Role in America’s Shipbuilding Revival
America has been struggling in the shipbuilding department for decades now, but Philadelphia could play a critical role in the potential of the nation’s industrial revival, according to a recent segment on 60 Minutes. The Philly Shipyard is one of only two remaining the nation building large commercial cargo ships. However, it now reflects decline…
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