West Philadelphia
West Philadelphia, or West Philly, spans from the Schuylkill River to Cobbs Creek.
Known for University City, it’s a diverse, historic area with deep cultural roots and major institutions like Penn and Drexel.
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40 Years Strong: How Ukee Washington Became Philadelphia’s Favorite Anchor
Ukee Washington has spent nearly four decades doing something few broadcasters ever manage: becoming a trusted and familiar presence in…
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A Century-Old Philadelphia Bridge Is Crumbling with No Restoration in Sight
One of Philadelphia’s most architecturally significant bridges is also one of its most neglected, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Designed by…
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The Mother Behind Mikal Bridges’ Rise from Great Valley to the NBA Finals
As Mikal Bridges chases an NBA championship with the New York Knicks, the Great Valley High School graduate is carrying a story…
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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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Meet the Class of 2026: Loujain Ahmed, Commencement Student Speaker
For Loujain Ahmed, community college was never a stepping stone — it was a launch pad. The 20-year-old West Philadelphia…
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Citadel Credit Union Celebrates First Philadelphia Branch with Community Block Party, Announces Second Location
Citadel Credit Union recently celebrated the opening of its first Philadelphia branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by a community…
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Holy Family University to Honor Theologian Ilia Delio and Health-Equity Leader Lorina Marshall-Blake
Holy Family University will grant two honorary Doctors of Humane Letters at its upcoming commencement ceremony on May 16. Sister…
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Boardroom Spirits Teams with Chill Moody for New Canned Cocktail Supporting Youth Golf
West Philadelphia rapper and entrepreneur Chill Moody has found a Montco partner for his latest project that blends golf, cocktails,…
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Historic Piano Maker Cunningham Piano Moving Operations to King of Prussia
A historic piano maker is moving its operations to King of Prussia, writes Emma Dooling for The Philadelphia Business Journal.…
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Abington Friends School Student Reflects on Her Journey from YouTube Creator to Aspiring Journalist
When Nia Hammond, a senior at Abington Friends School, arrived on campus as a seventh-grader, she already had a camera…
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Philly Favorite Bart’s Bagels Expands to the Main Line
A popular Philly bagel shop is making a hometown return with a new location in Bala Cynwyd, writes Denali Sagner…
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Discover New Music, Indulge in Nice Vibes, and Enjoy Great Cocktails At These Philly Listening Bars
With America in the midst of a loneliness epidemic, music has proven to be a great way to reduce cortisol…
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Philadelphia Magazine: These 5 Influencers Are Impacting Lives in Delaware County and the Region
Here are five noteworthy influencers among 150 in the Philadelphia region who have made an impact on our lives here…
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What $1,900 in Rent Gets You in Bala Cynwyd, Fishtown, and West Philly
With median rents in the Philadelphia region hovering around $1,900 a month, renters are asking what that budget can actually…
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West Philadelphia Neighborhood Transforms After Years of Crime, Thanks to Community Partnership
The West Philadelphia community at 52nd and Arch streets have seen a reduction in crime after it has spent years…
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New Report Reveals Gentrification Trends in Philadelphia, Other Major U.S. Cities
Philadelphia is one of several major U.S. cities highlighted in a new report tracking gentrification across various neighborhoods throughout the…
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West Philly Art Teacher Creates New WebComic Series Highlighting the History of MOVE
MOVE has a long and storied history in Philadelphia, and West Philadelphia art teacher Peter Coyle has created a new…
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Upper Darby’s Popular Pica’s Restaurant Announces New Location
Pica’s in Upper Darby was set to close its 69-year location on West Chester Pike this summer as it downsizes…
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