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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Malvern-Based Acme Sold to Kroger for $20 Billion
The owner of Malvern-based grocery chain Acme is selling its company to Kroger for $20 billion. Kroger will be accruing…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Rebecca Rhynhart, Controller of City of Philadelphia
Rebecca Rhynhart, City Controller of Philadelphia, spoke with MONTCO Today about her childhood in Abington and the lessons she learned…
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Indigenous Bryn Mawr Resident Wants to See Government Take ‘Land Acknowledgments’ One Step Further
The lands belonging to Ann Remy’s Lenni-Lenape ancestors used to cover the entire Philadelphia region, along with parts of New…
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Jenkintown School District Douses Traditional Homecoming Bonfire Celebration
Jenkintown School District set aside its annual homecoming bonfire tradition back in 2020, out of an abundance of COVID-19 health…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Matin Haghkar, Owner of RE/MAX Plus
Matin Haghkar, Owner of RE/MAX Plus (Bridgeport and Philadelphia), PHL Abstract, Wize Mortgage, and Team Leader of The Haghkar Group,…
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Remembering an Accomplished Fiber Artist Who Got Her Start in Pottstown
Fiber arts masterpiece-maker Yvonne Pacanovsky Bobrowicz has passed away at the age of 94, writes Gary Miles for The Philadelphia…
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So-Cal Burger Brand, Finding King of Prussia to Hold the Secret Sauce of Success, Seeks to Expand
Southern California’s popular suburban “charburger” brand, Habit Burger, is about to seep into Philadelphia region like a slice of cheese…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Daylin Leach, Former State Senator, and Representative
Daylin Leach, former State Senator, and Representative, spoke to MONTCO Today about the lessons he learned from his tumultuous childhood…
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Oh, Fiddlesticks! Philadelphia Makes National List of Most Foul-Mouthed U.S. Cities
If you think Philadelphians swear more than most other city-dwellers each day, you know both the city and its residents…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Richard Gottlieb, President and COO, Keystone Development + Investment
Richard Gottlieb, President and COO at Keystone Development + Investment, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up in Northeast Philadelphia,…
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Paychecks for Tech Workers Rising Fastest in Philadelphia Among All U.S., Canadian, U.K. Markets
Tech salaries for workers in Philadelphia are rising faster than in any other U.S., United Kingdom, or Canada market, writes…
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Haverford School Rowing Legend Passes; Athlete on His Influence: ‘You Look Up to Him Like He’s God’
There’s much to say about the heavily decorated rower, sculler and beloved coach James Joseph Barker Jr. who passed away…
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Popular Philadelphia Sports Bar Expanding, Will Open New Location in Suburbs
A longtime Philadelphia sports bar will be opening its latest location in Bensalem, its first expansion into the suburbs. Staff…
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Philadelphia Magazine: Nine Montgomery County Schools Offer Honors-Level Scholastics
Nine Montco high schools are among the 40 top-rated learning institutions in Phila. and its suburbs, according to a new…
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At Neumann: Historian Highlights William Penn Successes
Delaware County native and historian Jim Murphy will present a program, “The Amazing Success of William Penn” Thursday, Sept. 8,…
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Meridian Bank Among the Top Workplaces 2022 in Philadelphia/Delaware Region
Philadelphia Inquirer Top Workplaces has recognized Meridian Bank as a Philadelphia/Delaware Valley top workplace. The list is based on a…
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Citadel Credit Union Discusses the Grants, Loans, and Relief Programs Available to Small Business Owners in PA
Small businesses are essential to the economy, but after the pandemic, some companies may need financial assistance to get back…
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Conshohocken Brothers, Self-Taught Vintners, Uncork Urban Winery in Philadelphia
Two Conshohocken brothers — Tim and Mike Capuzzi — have taken their self-taught vintner skills and turned them into a…
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