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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This Norristown Eatery Has Some of the Best Zeps in Montco
If you are in the mood for some delicious zeps and hoagies you do not have to go far, as…
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Grammy, Emmy Winners Among New MCCC Advisory Board
From a Grammy-award winning musician to a former six-term U.S. Congressman, the talented new members of the Technology/Mass Media Studies…
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If You’ve Got Montco Teens, This Pa. Ranking of Underage Drinking Incidents Is of Interest
The Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts (APOC) tracked 2017–2021 citation records for underage drinking. The data show where Montgomery County…
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PNC Closing Six Regional Branches: How Many and Where in Montgomery County?
Six PNC Bank branches are targeted for closure in the greater Philadelphia area. Jeff Blumenthal identified them, including two in…
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Average Home Sales Price in Philly Region Continues to Drop
Homebuyers in the Philadelphia region can finally breathe a little easier as the metro area’s home sales price went down…
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Philadelphia Sandwich Shop Coming to a Surprising Location in Bucks County
A new restaurant is set to open in Bucks County, and local residents will never guess where the new spot…
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MCCC Graduate on Advancing Professionally: Just Listen
Listening is an incredibly important skill to have in both personal and professional life, writes Doug Noll for Medium. Andrew Belton…
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This Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office Employee Thrums with Excitement over Catching Bad Guys
A Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office employee is so into his daily law enforcement role, he’s been known to quiver with…
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City Ave District Marks Mar. 8 International Women’s Day with 6abc ‘Empower Hour’
The City Ave. District is holding a Mar. 8 “Empower Hour” discussion at the 6abc studio, 4100 City Line Avenue.…
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Two Montgomery County Businesses Are Among Greater Philadelphia’s Highest-Valued Startups, With One in the Top 10
Two local startups are among the twenty highest-valued startups in Greater Philadelphia, writes Kennedy Rose for The Business Journals. The…
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Richboro Florists Create Wreath to Honor Fallen Philadelphia Police Officer
A flower shop in Bucks County created a floral masterpiece in order to honor a Philadelphia police officer who recently…
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Forbes’ 2023 Largest Employers: An Expected Montco Entity In, a Surprising Montco Entity Out
The Forbes 2023 assessment of large employers in the Philadelphia region has a few surprises in Montgomery County business community.…
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Pennsylvania Teens Could Get Driver’s License a Year Earlier
If approved, a new bipartisan proposal would allow Pennsylvania teenagers to receive their driver’s licenses a year earlier, writes Renatta…
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Normandy Farm’s Philly-Themed ‘Phriends’ Is a Murder Mystery Delight
Take a seat in Monica’s living room for dinner, drinks, and… murder! Normandy Farm is hosting a recreation of the…
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These are the Ten Black-owned Philadelphia Restaurants NBA.com Says Should Not Be Missed
Black History Month is the perfect time to spotlight some Black-owned restaurants in NBA cities, and Philadelphia has eight that…
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SJU Couple Throws French-Themed Wedding; One Geographic Exception Provides Heart
Sarah Trabattoni and Steven Tilsner, who met as Saint Joseph’s University students in 2014, were inspired by their travels when…
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Wall Street Journal: For Philadelphia Consultant, Worn-in Luxury Bags Speak to Her Identity
Worn-in luxury bags are the new fashion hit, with tattered carryalls flying off the shelves. But for Philadelphia business strategy…
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Treasure Hunter Accuses FBI of Distorting Key Evidence in Pennsylvania Gold Case
Treasure hunter Dennis Parada is not satisfied with the documents the FBI released on its secretive search for Civil War-era…
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