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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Center City Housing Units Have Reached A 5-Year High
More new housing units have been built in the Center City area over the past year than in the previous…
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Instead of Knocking Down Walls, Bryn Mawr Couple Opts for Artful Update of New Home
When a couple in dire need of space opted to buy a big stone house in Bryn Mawr, they found…
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‘Mare of Easttown’ Sequel Filming in Ridley, According to Officials
A film production company is in Ridley filming what seems to be a “Mare of Easttown” sequel, according to Ridley…
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Penn Community Bank Helps Break Ground on Philadelphia Affordable Housing
Penn Community Bank, the largest independent mutual bank in eastern Pennsylvania, joined Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, City Council President Kenyatta…
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Family Fun Filled Weekend: Flowers, Mermaids, Animals, and Basketball Galore Happening Around the Delaware Valley!
March typically comes in like a lion, but with mild weather forecasted for this weekend, it is a great opportunity…
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Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority Announces Its 2024 Leadership Team
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority reelected Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz as vice chairman as part of the authority’s…
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Philadelphia Set to Welcome Hundreds of Thousands of Major Event Attendees in 2024
Standing before hundreds of hospitality and tourism industry partners and stakeholders at the 2024 Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB)…
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Arnold’s Entertainment Center to Debut Arnold’s Camp Awesome Summer 2024
This summer, Arnold’s Entertainment Center will debut a brand-new summer day camp to serve families in the Oaks, Phoenixville, King…
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‘Head’ to Penn State Abington To View Acclaimed Artist’s Outdoor Sculpture
When members of the campus community and area residents hit the walking paths at Penn State Abington over the next year, they…
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President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Named to Philadelphia’s Power 100
Mike Bowman, President and CEO of Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, has been named by the Philadelphia Business Journal…
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Philadelphia is the 4th Best Pizza City in the Nation
For the third consecutive year, Philadelphia has been ranked as one of the top five cities in the country for…
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Meet Maryelis Santiago: A Mother, Community Leader, Advocate, and First-Generation Peirce College Graduate
Maryelis Santiago is a mother, a community leader, an advocate, and a first-generation college graduate. She is a three-time graduate…
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Local Bucks Beer Festival and Credit Union Team Up to Help Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Beer festivals have a history of supporting local charities and the Bucks Beer Bash happening March 9th at The Fuge…
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Two Montco Creators Among Ten Local Designers to Watch During Philly Fashion Week
Two Montgomery County creators are among the ten Philadelphia-area clothing and accessories designers to watch during Philly Fashion Week, writes…
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Philly Nonprofit That Helps Pregnant Women Facing Homelessness To Establish City’s First Maternity Safe Haven
Cleopatra Herrera Robinson formed a nonprofit, A Home From Shana Foundation, after her best friend Lashana Gilmore passed away while…
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The New Tibetan Association of Philadelphia’s Community Center in Norristown Is Now Open
The Philadelphia Tibetan community now has its own community center in Norristown, writes Juliana Feliciano Reyes for The Philadelphia Inquirer.…
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Plymouth Meeting Teen Embodies the Resiliency of Philadelphia Sports
An aspiring sports talk radio host, a Plymouth Meeting teen is already taking the Philadelphia sports world by storm with…
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Apprenticeship Program Offers Philly High School Grads Chance to Step Into Full-time Job, Earn Free Associate’s Degree
A two-year apprenticeship program is offering Philadelphia high school graduates the chance to step into a full-time job and earn…
![Penn Community Bank Commercial Real Estate Lending Manager James B. Erb [L] joins elected officials and local developers to celebrate the groundbreaking of 17 publicly-owned parcels for future Turn the Key homes in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood. The bank is helping finance the affordable housing development project.](https://montco.today/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/02/PennCB-PHDC-Ground-Breaking-final.jpg)
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