Philadelphia
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These 2 Philadelphia Restaurants Are the Most Expensive in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is rich with a multitude of high-quality dining establishments that make the state well-regarded for its culinary scene. Among the countless restaurants throughout the Commonwealth, two in Philadelphia have consistently stood out as the most expensive — Barclay Prime and Vetri Cucina, writes the PureCountry1067 team. Barclay Prime, located in Rittenhouse Square, is known…
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Philly Sees Decrease in Poverty and Violent Crime, But Challenges Remain, According to Pew Report
Pew Charitable Trusts has released its 2024 State of the City report outlining Philadelphia’s challenges and progress. While Philadelphia has seen tangible improvements in its poverty rate and violent crime statistics, challenges like the opioid epidemic remain a massive hurdle, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. “In 2023, the city’s unemployment rate was 4.2% on average,…
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People Magazine Writer Compiles List of Best Places to Eat If You Had Just 24 Hours in Philadelphia
As someone who grew up in Philadelphia, Regan Stephens is quite familiar with Philly’s dynamic food scene, she writes for People. While it’s impossible to eat from all the restaurants that makes the local food scene so great, Stephens has compiled a list of the best places to get a true taste of Philly’s top-tier…
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These Are Some of the Best Philadelphia Restaurants To Visit Right Now
Philadelphia’s culinary landscape is vibrant, making it one of the most exciting dining destinations today, writes Alisha Miranda for Time Out. The list of must-try restaurants in Philadelphia is a long one. Friday Saturday Sunday in Rittenhouse Square was put on the national radar when it won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurant last…
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How Philadelphia is Working To Change the Narrative of the City For Outsiders
Now that Philadelphia has a new mayor and new public safety officials and things are improving, the city is hoping to change the negative narrative of the city for outsiders, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. Philadelphia has been dealing with a gun crisis for years, with things becoming significantly worse during the pandemic.…
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Citizens Financial Group CEO Sees Great Upside For Philadelphia Economy, Eyes More Opportunities
Bruce Van Saun, CEO of Citizens Financial Group, sees a lot of upside for Philadelphia and its economy, and much of it is connected to its naming rights deal with the Philadelphia Phillies, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. This year marks the 21st year of a 25-year, $95 million naming rights agreement…
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Philadelphia is the Best Place To Live in Pennsylvania, According to Local Real Estate Experts
Pennsylvania offers something for everyone. With its strong economy, rich history, low taxes, lush landscapes, and bustling cities, the state continues to be a popular one for newcomers, writes Dobrina Zhekova for Travel + Leisure. A group of local real estate experts ranked the top nine best places to live in Pennsylvania, and Philadelphia is…
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New Map Showcases Philadelphia Region’s Rich Computer History
The Compuseum, a nonprofit focused on computer history and education, is working on a map that will showcase the Philadelphia region’s impressively rich computer history, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Philadelphia’s importance in the history of electronic computing cannot be overstated. The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) was developed in 1946 at the University…
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Di Bruno Bros. Receive Investment From Local Grocery Store Magnate Jeff Brown
Di Bruno Bros., which has been a staple in Philadelphia for 85 years, recently received investment from former mayoral candidate Jeff Brown, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. While the size and scope of the investment is unclear, it is confirmed that an entity owned by the Brown family has become a secured…
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Philadelphia Region’s Bid for Federal EDA Tech Is Officially Submitted
The consortium of more than 100 regional organizations has officially submitted its bid for $80 million in federal EDA Tech Hubs funding for the Philadelphia region, according to a staff report from the City & State Pennsylvania. This just the first step in the process, according to stakeholders. “The ultimate goal – besides jobs, obviously…
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How Dock Street Brewing Continues To Break Barriers For Women in the Male-Dominated Industry
Since 1985, Dock Street Brewery has been home to one the country’s first craft breweries and one of the few led by a woman, reports Howard Monroe, Scott Hezlep, and Mike Spatocco for CBS News Philadelphia. That barrier-breaking woman is Rosemarie Certo. “When we started craft brewing 39 years ago, there was no such thing…
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Philadelphia’s Highest-Paying Jobs Are All in the Health Sector
Being a medical professional in Philadelphia pays off, as the ten highest-paying jobs in the area are all in the medical field, according to a new ranking by Stacker. To determine which jobs in Philadelphia pay the most, Stacker used Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Jobs are ranked based on their median annual pay as…
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An Opening-Day Tip of the Cap to Philadelphia’s Mitchell & Ness, an Iconic Brand Synonymous with Sports History
As the Phillies and the rest of Major League Baseball swing into action this afternoon, there’s no better time to tip our caps to the legacy of Philadelphia-based Mitchell & Ness, a name synonymous with vintage sports apparel and a company that’s been as integral to the fabric of sports history as the crack of…
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Philadelphia Now Among Top 10 Most Sought-After Cities For Apartment Renters
Thanks to a soar in rental activity in February, Philadelphia is now among the 10 most sought-after cities for renters, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to the newest monthly report from RentCafe, which measures website traffic for listings in the 150 largest cities in the U.S., Philadelphia jumped 42 spots from…
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Some Philly Companies Are Embracing A Four-Day Workweek
Sen. Bernie Sanders recently introduced a bill to reduce the standard U.S. workweek to 32 hours over four days as opposed to 40 hours over five days. While the idea is gaining some traction now due to Sanders’ proposal, some companies within pockets of the corporate world have already implemented the move, writes Lizzy McLellan…
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Philly’s Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History Could Soon Be Part of the Smithsonian Institution
Several members of the U.S. House and Senate recently proposed a new commission that looks into the possibility of transferring ownership of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. According to Rep. Brendan Boyle, bringing the Weitzman under the wing of the Smithsonian…
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New England Patriots Docuseries Omits Nick Foles’ Name From ‘Philly Special’ Commentary Call in Super Bowl Loss
The New England Patriots’ new docuseries, “The Dynasty,” omits a critical piece of a commentary play call during their Super Bowl LII loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, writes Matt Ehalt for the New York Post. In the game, former Eagles quarterback Nick Foles catches a pass in the end zone from Trey Burton to give…
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Wynnefield’s George E. Allen Sr. Remembered for His Love of Music and Education
George E. Allen Sr., 87, a pioneering music teacher, musician, and author, passed away on Sunday, March 13 at this home in Wynnefield, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dr. Allen played the piano, clarinet and saxophone, and directed the Community College of Philadelphia Jazz Band for years. His original work has been performed…
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