Philanthropy Drexel Board of Trustees Member Donates $3.5M to Double Size of University’s Academic Resource Center January 29, 2025. Patrick McGonigal, a member of Drexel University’s board of trustees, has donated $3.5 million to support the renovation and expansion of its Academic…

Sep 14, 2023 · Welcome to PHILADELPHIA.Today. Having gone live on the Fourth of July in honor of the city’s role in the birth of our nation, this site features a mix of curated and original content that celebrates the businesses, nonprofits, schools, and people who are making a difference in Philadelphia.. PHILADELPHIA.Today marks the fifth platform from American Community Journals that shares positive ...

Jun 5, 2024 · While Philadelphia isn’t currently known as a leading manufacturing hub, that could be set to change thanks to the ongoing and upcoming construction throughout the city, writes Sonya Swink for BisNow.. According to a new report from Yardi’s Commercial Cafe, the Philly metro area ranks 16th out of 20 major metros across the nation that are set to benefit from an explosion in U.S. manufacturing.

6 days ago · 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.

Dec 21, 2024 · After a decade under the name Philadelphia Mills, the popular Northeast Philadelphia mall will be go by the name Franklin Mall moving forward, writes Taleisha Newbill for CBS News Philadelphia.. The new name is the result of the mall now being under new ownership. Simon Property Group sold the mall to Jones Lang LaSalle, a …

Dec 17, 2024 · U.S. Census data shows that Philadelphia is still the sixth largest city in the United States with 1.55 million residents, despite losing more than 16,000 residents between 2022 and 2023.. However, population growth in San Antonio could change that someday, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY.. Philly’s population is smaller than Phoenix, Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and New York City.

Sep 18, 2024 · New data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals that Philadelphia’s poverty rate fell to its most significant year-over-year decline in a decade at more than one percentage point between 2022 and 2023, write Layla A. Jones and John Duchneskie for The Philadelphia Inquirer.. The city’s poverty rate declined from 21.7 percent in 2022 to 20.3 percent in 2023.

Dec 30, 2024 · SEPTA’s board recently approved a deal to give Philadelphia developer Ken Weinstein and his firm, Philly Office Retail, a 99-year lease on five historic and long-neglected rail stations in Northwest Philadelphia, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer.. The five stations are: Tulpehocken in Germantown; Carpenter, Mount Airy, and Upsal in Mount Airy; and Gravers Lane in Chestnut Hill.

Nov 2, 2024 · Philadelphia Magazine has released its 2024 list of “The 150 Most Influential People in Philly” list and several native Philadelphians are represented.. First up is Philadelphia mayor Cherelle Parker.The city’s 100th mayor of the first female mayor made a promise to make Philly the safest, cleanest, and greenest big city, and her efforts have led to a noticeably down crime rate and over ...

Dec 9, 2024 · Philadelphia’s dining scene is thriving with many exceptional options, but these restaurants stand out the most in 2024 for their innovation, quality, and unique offerings, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer.. Mawn, a freewheeling “noodle shop with no rules,” is one of the toughest reservations in Bella Vista, and wider.. Pietramala in Northern Liberties is a …