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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Philadelphia Schools Replace Over 2,400 Old School Water Fountains With New Bottle Filling Stations
The School District of Philadelphia recently installed 2,404 new water bottle filling stations across schools across the city, writes Kristen…
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West Philly’s Quinta Brunson Talks Calculated Journey to Career Success
West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson has enjoyed great success in recent years, but it’s a result of decades of preparation,…
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Where to Find Some of the Best Hoagies in Philadelphia
While Philadelphia is best known for cheesesteaks, hoagies — with their endless variations — are a close second in the…
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Where to Find Some of the Best Hoagies in Philadelphia
While Philadelphia is best known for cheesesteaks, hoagies — with their endless variations — are a close second in the…
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Ending the Curse of Billy Penn
Under a long-standing gentleman’s agreement, no building in Philadelphia could rise higher than the hat of William Penn’s statue atop…
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Lincoln Financial in Radnor Now a Cobbs Creek Course Partner
Lincoln Financial in Radnor has come on board as a partner in the $150 million renovation of the historic Cobbs…
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West Philly Native Will Smith to Release First Album in Two Decades
After a two-decade-long hiatus in the music industry, Will Smith is making a comeback with a new album, writes Rania…
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Manor Student Becomes U.S. Citizen in Pursuit of Dental Career
Reflecting on what she calls one of the best moments of her life, Luciel Montas twirls the stick of an…
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Black-Owned Catering Business Writes Its Next Chapter, Thanks to Financing from Apex Commercial Capital
For years, Philadelphia native Sonya Combs had put her bachelor’s degree in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State to good use…
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Philadelphia to Add Speed Cameras to City’s Most Dangerous Roads
Philadelphia will soon install 42 speed-enforcement cameras at several dangerous roadways throughout the city, writes Thomas Fitzgerald for The Philadelphia…
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These Philadelphia Restaurants Are Worth Visiting Over and Over Again
If you prefer to skip the hassle of hard-to-get reservations, Philadelphia offers plenty of fantastic spots where there is no…
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Philadelphia Housing Authority Acquires West Philly Apartment Tower, Plans Affordable Housing Units
The Philadelphia Housing Authority has paid $51 million for the Dane apartment tower in West Philadelphia with plans to allocate…
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Springfield’s Joe O’Loughlin’s a Long-Time Gem of a Philly Sports Fan
Joe O’Loughlin, a 70-year-old with West Philadelphia roots who now lives in Springfield, describes himself as a “four by four”…
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Ambler’s RoundRight Software Solutions Maximizes Safety at Psychiatric Hospitals
Ambler-based RoundRight Software Solutions, launched by George Jiruska in 2022, helps maximize patient safety at psychiatric hospitals, writes John George…
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WSJ: West Philly Native Quinta Brunson Talks Upcoming Season of ‘Abbott Elementary’ and More
West Philadelphia native Quinta Brunson first found fame in 2014 through comedic sketches posted on Instagram. Fast forward a decade…
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Huge Planned Project in Wynnefield Would Essentially Create New Neighborhood in Philadelphia
A sprawling, new development with 169 residential units in West Philadelphia could create a new neighborhood between City Avenue and…
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Social Media Influencers Are Popularizing Middle Eastern Perfume Oils in Philly’s Fragrance Scene
Since the early 2000s, West Philadelphia shop owners have been importing Middle Eastern perfume oils to help build a bridge…
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West Philly Pastry Chef Leaves Restaurant Business to Launch Solo Baked Goods Enterprise
Pastry chef Emily Wilson left the demanding restaurant business to go it alone, and she is now building a community…
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