Center City
Center City is the heartbeat of Philadelphia and a bustling hub of business, shopping, history, and culture.
It’s a modern metropolis, filled with skyscrapers like the Comcast Center. The skyline is a blend of old and new, a testament to the city’s growth and innovation.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Kimmel Center, and the Academy of Music are just a few of the cultural landmarks.
Amidst the urban landscape, green spaces provide a breath of fresh air. Rittenhouse Square and Logan Square are popular Center City spots for relaxation and recreation.
From high-end boutiques to bustling markets like Reading Terminal Market, there’s a shopping experience for everyone in Center City.
Explore our archive of stories about Center City’s residents, schools, and businesses below:
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Meet the Philadelphia Entrepreneur Making Fully Plant-Based Skincare Products at Dviniti Skin Care
Markita Robinson Garcia is a cosmetic chemist and entrepreneurial founder of Dviniti Skin Care, reports Jalyn Green for 6abc. Dviniti…
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Dilworth Paxson Acquires Jenkintown Trusts and Estates Boutique Firm
Dilworth Paxson LLP has acquired Yorkway Law Group, a trusts and estates boutique firm based in Jenkintown, writes Jeff Blumenthal…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Bertram L. Lawson II, President and CEO, YMCA of Greater Brandywine
In July 2023, Bertram L. Lawson, II began his newest chapter in the YMCA movement, stepping into the role of…
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Center City Blood Bank Gives Dogs the Chance to Become Donors and Save Lives
Dogs can now play their part in saving the lives of other pets, writes Shaynah Ferreira for FOX 29. A…
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Independence Blue Cross Brightens Philadelphia Skyline with New LED Lights to Enhance City Views
Independence Blue Cross has added external LED lighting to its headquarters at 1901 Market Street in Center City, enlivening the…
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Owner of Takumi Bistro & Bar in Wayne Expands to King of Prussia, Has Plans for More Restaurants in Region
Eddie Zheng, CEO and co-founder of Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, is planning on bringing the restaurant chain to the…
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WSFS Celebrates Grand Opening of 1818 WSFS Bank Place Banking Office and Wiss Fiss Lounge
WSFS Bank recently celebrated the grand opening of its banking office and the accompanying Wiss Fiss Lounge, marking another chapter…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Margaret Harkins, Dean of Nursing, Holy Family University
Margaret Harkins, DNP, MBE, MSN, GNP-BC, RN-BC, dean of nursing at Holy Family University, grew up in Philadelphia as the…
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Penn Medicine to Build Outpatient Care Center in Montgomeryville
Penn Medicine bought the undeveloped property at 200 Dekalb Pike, between Welsh and Knapp roads in Montgomeryville, to build an…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director, The Colonial Theatre
Jennifer L. Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre, grew up in Lancaster County and moved several times as a…
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Barcade Prepares to Open Second Philadelphia Location in Center City
Barcade, a hybrid arcade and bar venue, will open its second Philadelphia location at Chestnut and Juniper streets at the…
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2024 Will Be the Year for Dining Out with Plenty of New Restaurants to Explore
If you love the experience of trying new restaurants, then 2024 is going to be your year. The Philadelphia region,…
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As Longtime Sponsor of Philly Chamber’s Annual Economic Outlook, Firstrust Bank Underscores Its Commitment to Region’s Economic Development
For the 14th consecutive year, Firstrust Bank — Philadelphia’s Hometown Bank, which was founded during the Great Depression — sponsored…
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Meet the Man Behind GingerBread Lane at Reading Terminal Market
It’s typical for Reading Terminal Market to draw major attention during rush hour, but there’s been one particular attraction that…
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Chris Gale, the New Executive Director of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia
Monday, December 4 marked the first day on the job for the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia’s new executive director,…
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The Comcast Center Has Sights on Becoming a Culinary Hub
The Comcast Center in Center City features a nice selection of restaurants, and it’s part of a grand vision for…
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New 12-Story Apartment Building in Conshohocken Offers ‘Urban Vibe’
This week Equus Capital Partners welcomed the first residents to the new Madison West Elm, a 12-story apartment building in…
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The Boozy Mutt, A New Restaurant and Dog Park, is Coming Soon to Brewerytown
A new restaurant/bar that sets itself apart from others as also a dog park, will soon open its doors in…
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