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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Short film by North Wales photographer aims to turn everyone into spotted lanternfly exterminators
A new, Halloween-ready short film by photographer Mike Allebach aims to get people in the mood to kill spotted lanternflies,…
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Glenside man celebrates 104th birthday with game of pool
Fred Gomez, a World War II veteran born during the Great War, celebrated his 104th birthday with a game of…
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Montgomery County Leadership – Ed Harris
Ed Harris, the Chief Marketing Officer at the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, a private, non-profit membership organization which…
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St. Matthew’s coach Charlie Heavey to recieve Lifetime Achievement Award
When the term “legendary” is applied to someone in the world of sports, it often implies years of service, a…
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Six public Montco high schools make Philadelphia Magazine’s Top 40 list
Montgomery County is home to six of the 40 Best Public High Schools in Philadelphia and the Suburbs, according to…
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‘A Star is Born’ in Montgomery County
Bradley Cooper, a Montgomery county native, was named to Forbes’ list of highest-paid actors, making about $57 million since June…
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Lower Merion grad heading up new Four Seasons atop Comcast Tower
Comcast Corp. will open yet another Philadelphia franchise on Monday, a high-end hotel high above the ground, writes Bob Hernandez…
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Expressive Path and Elmwood Park Zoo to present Art in the Park festival
Expressive Path and the Elmwood Park Zoo will present Art in the Park at Elmwood Park on Saturday, September 7,…
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Main Line Art Center hosts first-ever retrospective exhibition featuring works sculptor Etta Winigrad
The first ever survey exhibition of the works of ceramic sculptor Etta Winigrad opens at Main Line Art Center on…
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Rita’s unveils Go Birds! Italian Ice to kick off 2019 Philadelphia Eagles season
To celebrate the start of the 2019 NFL season, Rita’s Italian Ice has unveiled a new summer flavor in honor…
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Wynnewood female dragon boater will compete in Thailand with Team USA
A local women’s dragon boat team, Philadelphia Flying Phoenix, has created two programs to bring young people to the sport…
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North Penn ‘Build a Backpack and School Supply Drive’ now underway
More and more families in the county need help each year in providing basic school supplies for their children. To…
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Horsham-based nonprofit Edward Taylor Coombs Foundation donates $550k in scholarships
In eight years, Horsham-based Edward Taylor Coombs Foundation has distributed more than $550,000 in merit scholarships to visionary leaders of…
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J.P. Mascaro & Sons awards $1 million for student scholarships, supplemental programming
Local solid waste service company J. P. Mascaro & Sons continued its long history of supporting educational programs and initiatives…
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‘Trails on Tap’ in Royersford this week, Norristown next
Pop-up beer gardens are not a new phenomenon, but when you find one on a walking trail, the idea takes…
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Darnell “Speedy” Artis of Harlem Globetrotters coming home to play at MCCC
By Mark Schiele It will be a fun-filled homecoming for Darnell “Speedy” Artis when his Harlem Globetrotters basketball team plays…
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Fete en Blanc returns to Pottstown
Pottstown will bring back an increasingly popular event that heralds the transition from summer to fall with a stylish, fun…
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Dunkin’ awards $50,000 in academic scholarships to regional students
Dunkin’ and its greater Philadelphia-area franchisees, in partnership with Scholarship America, today announced the recipients of its tenth annual Regional…
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