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 Montco Town is the Region’s Most Explosive Dining Destination
Not long ago, the most ambitious culinary decision you could make in Conshohocken was which bar to hit first. For…
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More Than a Mall: 7 Reasons Why the King of Prussia Mall Thrives While Other Regional Malls Struggle
Across the country, shopping malls are fighting for relevance. Once-busy corridors and courtyards now sit quiet. Anchor department stores have…
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Billions Spent, a New CFO, and a Bold Vision: Cencora Is Transforming Healthcare From Conshohocken
Conshohocken’s Cencora is not sitting still, writes John George for The Philadelphia Business Journal. The Fortune 10 healthcare giant is…
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Montgomery County’s Restaurant Boom Is Real. These New Spots Are Leading the Charge
A new wave of restaurants is reshaping the Montco landscape, and the momentum is hard to ignore, writes Michael Klein…
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From Race Cars to Rockledge: Self-Taught Artist Mark Smith Has Sold 400 Paintings in Two Years
Mark Smith hesitates to call himself an artist. “I keep saying I can’t paint,” he says but admits, “I guess…
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Why Virginia Retirees Are Choosing Freedom Village Over Northern Virginia’s High Cost of Living
For decades, Northern Virginia has been a powerhouse for technology, government contracting, and data centers. It’s an ideal location for…
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Dre’s Water Ice Eyes Major Expansion With New Facility As Philly Hosts World-Class Events
Dre’s Water Ice has grown from a humble West Philadelphia push cart into one of the city’s rising food brands,…
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King of Prussia’s New Recharge Park Could Become One of the Region’s Most Important Trail Destinations
Montgomery County has spent decades quietly building one of the most extensive trail networks in the Philadelphia region. Its latest…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Peter Seibert, President and CEO, Independence Seaport Museum
Peter Seibert, President and CEO of Independence Seaport Museum, spoke with MONTCO Today about growing up as the token Protestant…
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From Survivor to Counselor: How Manor College Helped Olivia Morton Find Her Purpose
At 16 years old, Olivia Morton sat alone on a couch in a dark room, barely able to function. Two…
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Montgomery County Community College to Host Free Workforce Development Business Roundtable on June 10
From AI strategy and workforce training grants to rising energy costs, businesses across Montgomery County and the Greater Philadelphia region…
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Valley Forge to Host Record-Breaking USA Taekwondo American Open East Tournament
USA Taekwondo’s American Open East tournament is returning to Valley Forge next weekend with record-breaking momentum, bringing more than 1,300…
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Allegiant Air Launching New Nonstop Flights to Florida from Trenton-Mercer and PHL Airports
Allegiant Air is making a bigger bet on the Philadelphia region this fall, announcing two new nonstop Florida routes that…
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Former Iron Hill Brewery in Media Up for Lease Seven Months After Bankruptcy
The future of the former Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant on State Street is still up in the air seven…
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Historic Boyd Theatre Marquee At Risk As Owner Seeks to Modernize Philadelphia Landmark
The Boyd Theatre has survived closure, a preservation battle, and the demolition of most of its auditorium, but now its…
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Inside the Forgotten Museum Where 11,000 Black Civil War Heroes Reclaim Their Place in History
The Camp William Penn Museum near Elkins Park preserves one of the most important but often overlooked chapters of Civil…
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A Vanishing Piece of American Life: Inside One of Montco’s Last Surviving 24-Hour Diners
There is something quietly defiant about a diner that never closes. While most suburban restaurants darken their windows well before…
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10 Ways This Man and His Malvern Company Changed the Way Ordinary Americans Invest
A company founded at Valley Forge manages more than $12 trillion in assets, owns major stakes in nearly every major…
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