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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Metropolitan Bakery Ownership Changing Hands, Merzbacher’s Set to Take Over Operations
For the first time since opening its doors in 1993, Metropolitan Bakery will be under new ownership, writes Julia Binswanger…
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Penn Community Bank Releases 2025 Impact Report
Penn Community Bank has released its 2025 Impact Report, an annual publication detailing the institution’s community investment and continued commitment to…
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VFTCB Reports Record Registration Ahead of 20th Annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run
Registration for the Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run opened on Veteran’s Day 2025 and has already reached record levels for…
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Manor College Student Proving Strength Wasn’t Meant to Be Silent
Wearing a highlighter-pink Reebok shirt and stylish ripped jeans that match an ear-to-ear smile, Cheyann Velez stands in stark contrast…
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Bensalem’s Women’s Animal Center Marks 157 Years of Lifesaving Work
The Women’s Animal Center in Bensalem, the first animal shelter in the nation, is celebrating 157 years of lifesaving work,…
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Two Chesco Companies Among Philadelphia Region’s Top Early-Stage Ventures
Two Chester County companies were named on the RealLIST Startups 2026 ranking of 20 early-stage Philadelphia ventures to watch this year, writes Sarah Huffman for Technical.ly. Each year,…
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How a Philadelphia Bake Sale at Broad and Arch Launched the Girl Scout Cookie Empire
The Girl Scout cookie craze, which now sells over 200 million boxes annually, began with a single experiment at Philadelphia’s…
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Inside Weddings at Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club in Fort Washington
Some wedding venues promise a smooth day. Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club is built for it, from the layout of…
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West Chester University’s Jazz Festival Swings Back to Campus Mar. 18-21
The Wells School of Music at West Chester University (WCU) invites jazz lovers to experience four days of inspired performances…
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Philadelphia Developer Expanding Fishtown Apartment Project After Securing $22M in Financing
Philadelphia developer PCG Investment has secured $22 million in financing, allowing it to expand its original plan for a Fishtown…
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From Vision to Velocity: How Montco-Based Blue Komodo AI Is Transforming Workflow Efficiency
In the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence, where headlines often focus on automation replacing workers, Blue Komodo is building something…
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America’s Time Capsule Nears Burial at Philadelphia’s Independence Mall on July 4
After years of planning and engineering challenges, America’s Time Capsule is nearly ready to be buried at Philadelphia’s Independence National…
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Treasure Hunters Take on FBI in Pennsylvania’s Civil War Gold Case
Three treasure hunters believe that a huge batch of lost Civil War-era gold has been found in Pennsylvania and clandestinely…
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Creating New Crew Tasked With Maintaining City’s Trails
For the first time ever, Philadelphia will soon have a team of individuals tasked with maintaining the city’s many trails,…
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Cheltenham Township Founders Day Celebration Set for March 8 at Historic Elkins Estate
Cheltenham Township will celebrate its roots this Sunday with a Founders Day Celebration at the historic Elkins Estate in Elkins…
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For First Time in Generations, Philadelphia’s Economy Ranks Among Nation’s Strongest
With the highest job growth of the 25 largest metropolitan areas last year, Philadelphia’s economy ranks among the strongest in…
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Philadelphia Lands in Top 10 of Renters’ Most Wanted Cities List
Philadelphia ranked among the top ten most popular major cities for renters looking for apartments leading up to this year’s…
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‘In Pursuit’ Docuseries Explores 400 Years of America’s History Through Philadelphia’s Lens
A new streaming series blends modern footage, historical reenactments, and interviews to tell the story of America through the lens…
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