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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Montgomery County Community College Mustangs Esports Student-Athlete Wins National Title
A Montgomery County Community College esports student-athlete just won the first national title in the program’s two-year history. Taking three…
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Montgomery County Leadership: Halyna Keller, Vice President, Finance at UKRFCU
Halyna Keller, the Vice President of Finance at UKRFCU (Ukrainian Selfreliance Federal Credit Union), spoke with MONTCO Today about growing…
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Hungry Local Man Ends 4-Year Mission With 1,000th Cheesesteak in Eddystone
Four years ago, he pledged to eat 1,000 cheesesteaks. Today, Jan. 13, Jim Pappas fulfills that pledge, writes Tayler Bunge…
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The DripBar Sets Its Sight on Montgomery County for Future Locations
The DripBar, a liquid IV franchise based in Warwick, Rhode Island, will open a Center City location in the next…
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Philly Power 100 List Features 9 Movers & Shakers With Ties to Montgomery County
City & State Pennsylvania has published its 2021 Philly Power 100 list, and 9 people with Montgomery County ties have made…
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Philadelphia Area Housing Market Projected to Have Slower Year in 2022
The greater Philadelphia residential real estate market around Montgomery County may end up being less exciting in 2022 as a…
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Love of the Great Outdoors Puts Philadelphia on List of 20 Most Livable Cities in America
Thanks in good part to advantages that include its parks and trails, Philadelphia ranks among the top 20 most livable…
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MONTCO Careers: Abington Friends School Seeking Database & Admission Services Manager
AFS is currently looking for a Database and Admission Services Manager to start immediately. Please apply through the ADP employment…
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Warm Autumn Afternoons May Be Cozy and Comforting, But They’re Also Concerning
Warm autumn afternoons, requiring only a light jacket for a scenic walk to enjoy the golden foliage, are vastly appealing…
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Philadelphia’s Bumper-to-Bumper Commutes Bump It Once Again to National Congested-Traffic List
Local commutes have once again put Philadelphia on a ranking of the ten most congested areas in the country, according…
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Incarcerated Men at SCI Phoenix in Skippack Pool Their Resources to Buy Science Kits for First Graders
Eighteen incarcerated men at SCI Phoenix State Correctional Institution at Skippack Township pooled their resources to buy several science lab…
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Philadelphia Among Top Ten Metros with Most Active, Anchored-Retail CMBS Debt
Malls across the country are continuing to struggle as many retailers continue to shift away from brick-and-mortar to strengthen their…
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Bala Cynwyd-based AI and Fraud Prevention StartUp Guardinex Raises $5M Series A
Bala Cynwyd-based Guardinex, an artificial intelligence fraud prevention startup founded by Aravind Immaneni, a former head of global operations and…
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Scholarship Will Help Montco Grad Earn His Next Degree
Thanks to the Ryan Johnson, Ph.D., Endowed Scholarship and the support of his family and Montgomery County Community College’s faculty,…
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Greenphire CFO Talks Company’s Future and Why King of Prussia is Great for Businesses
After spending most of her career working for technology companies in California, Montgomery County native Sue Vestri found her way…
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AVE, Move For Hunger, Kelly’s Kidz, & King of Prussia District Partner on Holiday Giving Campaign
Kelly’s Kidz, Inc. is a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the community to provide children in local…
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Wynnewood Native Researching Magic Mushrooms for Psychotherapy
Brett Waters, a Wynnewood native and New York lawyer who founded Reason for Hope, a nonprofit that advocates for psychedelics-assisted…
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Wall Street Journal: Narberth’s Wonderspring Early Education Struggling to Find Employees Amid Tight Labor Market
Like many child-care businesses in the Philadelphia region, Wonderspring Early Education in Narberth has been struggling to find employees amid…
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