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If ever there were a city of firsts, it's Philadelphia: birthplace not only of the U.S. Constitution, but also the country's first public library, hospital, public bank, and computer. This same spirit of innovation continues today as Philadelphia's world-class institutions of higher education drive research and development in key industries such as advanced healthcare, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.
A powerful regional force, Philadelphia is positioning itself to be a leader on urban issues like sustainability and infrastructure development. GreenPlan Philadelphia is a 20-year comprehensive plan for the development of parks and open space, and a serious push underway to redevelop the Delaware and Schuylkill waterfronts.
The ceaseless activity and industry generated by the city's many arts and cultural organizations are making Philadelphia a destination city. With music and arts festivals multiplying, green housing developments sprouting citywide, and new skyscrapers changing the skyline, Philadelphians are once again beginning to see their home as a city of firsts.
Philadelphia Features
Philly's Fashion Sense Returns, and It Looks and Feels Local
JV Chiu
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Daring entrepreneurs, a new incubator, region-wide support and higher ed are creating a new model for textile and apparel manufacturing.
LoResTV: Temple Students Create Film Company to Examine Entrepreneurs
Joe Petrucci
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Ready Set Go is a series of short films that put a group of eight undergrads to the test, and one student hopes the experience will lead to his own startup success.
Debunking the List: Philly As Most Depressed City is Comical
Joe Petrucci
Thursday, January 19, 2012
A psychology website ranks it so based on Google Trends and an assortment of keywords. Both its methodology and presentation are bogus.
Flocking to Philly: International Visitors Up Nearly 50 Percent
Elise Vider
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Visitors from Western Europe, and increasingly India, China and elsewhere in Asia, are flocking here for history, conventions and shopping.
All Aboard: Trolley Car Diner's Impactful Brand Grows in Philly
Joe Petrucci
Thursday, December 08, 2011
Developer, restaurateur, and community activist Ken Weinstein has helped transform Mt. Airy and nearby communities with a grassroots approach.
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