Philadelphia
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What Can the Philadelphia Phillies’ Record as the National League’s Best Be Attributed To?
From the moment the Philadelphia Phillies reported for spring training, the club has been intent on completing their mission to win a World Series and that intent has led them to the best record in the National League, writes Gabe Lacques for USA Today. Despite their $300 million shortstop Trea Turner missing six weeks with…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among the Top 25 Best Cities in the World to Launch a Startup
Philadelphia is among the world’s top 25 cities for its startup ecosystem, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. The ranking comes from the annual Global Startup Ecosystem Report from trade association and research group Startup Genome and the Global Entrepreneurship Network. Philly moved up two spots from its No. 27 ranking last year. Tiffany Wilson, president…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Randy Hayman, Esq. Commissioner and CEO, Philadelphia Water
Randy Hayman, Commissioner and CEO of the Philadelphia Water Department, spoke to MONTCO Today about growing up in St. Louis and being the son of a teacher and principal who helped him find opportunities to succeed despite discrimination. From a young age, he was drawn to leadership, public speaking, and music. Hayman recalled attending Georgetown…
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Philadelphia is Using Artificial Intelligence in Myriad of Ways, Here Are Some of Them
Philadelphia has embraced utilizing artificial intelligence in a myriad of ways, from government projects to education to retail and more, writes Malcolm Burnley for Philadelphia Magazine. The Department of Streets partnered with the city’s Office of Innovation and Technology to test out solutions powered by AI to help identify roads in need of repair. A…
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Donor Support Paves the Way for Free Summer Scholars Program at Manor College
In a first-of-its-kind move for the institution, Manor College is offering a new summer program that allows eligible students to take courses with no tuition costs associated. “This program is a positive experience with great upside for students looking to catch up or get ahead in their college education,” said Dr. Joseph Gillespie, Manor College…
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Kickstart Your Day With a Nice Breakfast at One of These Philly Spots
There are plenty of places in Philadelphia that can help early risers kickstart their day with a hearty breakfast, whether they are craving something sweet or salty, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. Middle Child in Midtown Village and Fishtown offer a local favorite fluffy-egged breakfast sandwich that features corned beef…
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Find Out Why Philadelphia Was Ranked Third Most ‘Sinful’ City in the U.S.
WalletHub recently conducted a study and ranked 180 U.S. cities for their level of sin, and Philadelphia found itself quite high on the list, writes Lauren Sakiyama for Mindfully American. Philadelphia was ranked as the third most sinful city in the nation. WalletHub used 37 key indicators to rank the cities’ sin levels, such as…
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New York Post: Local Entrepreneur Hopes to Bring Back Horn & Hardart Automats to Philadelphia
David Arena, a 35-year-old entrepreneur from Philadelphia, is planning to bring back the once popular Horn & Hardart Automats to the City of Brotherly Love, writes David Landsel for the New York Post. The Automat has not been around for so long that many would not even recognize it. Meanwhile, older generations might feel a…
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West Chester University Offers Transfer and Scholarship Information for University of the Arts Students
West Chester University has released transfer and scholarship information for students who have been displaced by the sudden closing of the University of the Arts (UArts) in Philadelphia. Executive Vice President and Provost (interim) Jeff Osgood stated, “West Chester University is saddened to hear about the closing of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia.…
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New York Post: Longtime Philadelphia Couple Throws Surprise Centennial Wedding
After dating for over nine years, 102-year-old Marjorie Fiterman and 100-year-old Bernie Littman decided to throw a surprise wedding and tie the knot at the senior living facility in Philadelphia where they first met, writes Christine Rousselle for the New York Post. The wedding was officiated by Rabbi Adam Wohlberg, who noted that the couple…
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How the 1964 Phillies Created a Legacy of Low Expectations For Philadelphia Sports Fans
In 1964, Philadelphia Phillies endured a collapse of epic proportions that led to the dawn of a concept called “Negadelphia,” defined as a Philadelphia sports fan’s inclination to expect the worst from their teams, writes John Caroulis for Billy Penn at WHYY. That year, the Phillies had a 6.5-game first place lead with 12 games…
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Philadelphia Remains the 6th Largest U.S. City, But is Losing Some Ground
U.S. Census data shows that Philadelphia is still the sixth largest city in the United States with 1.55 million residents, despite losing more than 16,000 residents between 2022 and 2023. However, population growth in San Antonio could change that someday, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Philly’s population is smaller than Phoenix, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles,…
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Philadelphia’s Middle Child Enters Court Battle With Las Vegas Restaurant of the Same Name
Matthew Cahn, owner of Philadelphia’s popular Middle Child restaurants, is asking a federal court judge to prevent a forthcoming Las Vegas restaurant from using the name he has been advertising for over six years, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Cahn, a middle child himself, wants to open a third location for the sandwich…
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Philadelphia Metro Ranks in Middle Among Best Places for Home Buyers
Philadelphia metro ranked in the middle of the pack among the best places for home buyers in Zillow’s new market heat index. Zillow’s new market heat index represents buyers’ urgency or sellers’ confidence in an area. It considers the share of homes that sell quickly, the share of homes that get a price cut, and…
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How To Take in Philadelphia’s History and Culture Within Two Days
While Philadelphia has a rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant ambiance that can be explored for months, you can still soak up plenty in just 48 hours, writes Carolina Malis for Style. To enjoy views of the beautiful skyline, stay at the opulent Four Seasons Hotel at Comcast Center. You can start your dining journey…
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Pilot Program Helps Philadelphians Become First-Time Homeowners, Pay Off Student Debt
Since October, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency has been testing the waters of a grant and loan program that helps aspiring homeowners with down payments and closing costs. However, the Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership pilot program sets itself apart by also helping with student loans, writes Michaelle Bond for The Philadelphia Inquirer. For people…
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Celebrate Your Next Birthday with Cake From One of These Amazing Philadelphia Bakeries
If you are looking for something to make your birthday stand out, there are plenty of amazing bakeries in Philadelphia that offer an array of made-to-order, customizable cakes that are guaranteed to impress and satisfy even the pickiest sweet tooth, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. New June Bakery in Fairmount/Brewerytown prepares delicious three-layered…
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Philadelphia Bridges to Be Renovated Thanks to Federal Grant Money
Two bridges over the Wissahickon Creek in Northwest Philadelphia will be rebuilt to help them withstand the pressures of traffic and climate-driven increased flooding thanks to federal grant money, writes Sophia Schmidt for WHYY. The grant is being awarded through a nationwide program aimed at fortifying roads and bridges against the impacts of human-caused climate…
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