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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

William Penn Foundation’s New Leader Quits

Peter Degnan had been on the job just six months.

News

Accused Carjacker Occupation on Facebook: “Former Contract Killer”

Inside the head of Jonny “Sofargone” Rosa.

Man Crush Monday

Meet your 2014 Boys of Summer lifeguards.

News

Neighbors Love Pop-Up Beer Gardens

PlanPhilly dives into the debate.

News

Christie to Decide on Smoking Ban for Jersey Beaches

Towns could still set aside 15 percent for smoking.

News

Merck Will Lay Off 600 Workers in Montgomery County

On top of 650 let go last year.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


William Way Launches Philly LGBT Sports Organization

More on OPAL.

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Pa. Republican Introduces Federal Bill to Legalize Medical Marijuana

Wants oil from marijuana to treat seizures in children.

News

“Hundreds” of U-Delaware Women Recorded in Bathrooms

Former graduate student charged in the matter.

News

UPDATE: Carjack Suspect “Atoning” for Fatalities

Three children were killed in Friday incident.

News

Philly Women Battle Sexual Harassment at Comic-Con

Meet Geeks for CONsent.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


PHOTOS: IndiGoGo Was a Huge Success

Please make it a regular thing.

News

Stephen A. Smith Apologizes for Domestic Violence Comments

Former Inky columnist stirred outrage for domestic violence comments.

News

Best of Philly 2014: Behind the Scenes

A look at how the sausage gets made — and waxed.

News

Wolf: Raise Taxes on Rich to Fund Schools

His plan would reduce local reliance on property taxes.

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