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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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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

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

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There’s a Wanamaker-Themed Art Exhibit in Ocean City

An invitational art exhibit at the Ocean City Arts Center this month is Wanamaker-themed. Local artists will have paintings on display that portray many traditions […]

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Paternos Were Unaware They Might Be Called as Defense Witnesses in Sandusky Trial

Sue and Jay Paterno—the wife and son of late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno—have indicated that they were previously unaware that they had been […]

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Celeb Scoop: Bon Jovi Scouts Band on South Street

Bon Jovi Scouts Band on South Street. Jon Bon Jovi was at The Legendary Dobbs on South Street last night with 93.3 WMMR’s Pierre Robert […]

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Inquirer and Daily News Writers Continue to Squabble Over Eagles Coverage

Last year Les Bowen—the Eagles beat writer for the Daily News—punched the Inquirer‘s Jeff McLane after the two had a little beef on Twitter. Today, […]

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Top Cities for LGBT Singles

Would you relocate for love?

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Philly DA Seth WIlliams Hosts Fundraiser at the Residences at Liberty Place

While the rest of the city was celebrating the return of SIPS on Wednesday, Philadelphia’s District Attorney Seth Williams hosted a fundraiser on the 57th […]


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.


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Mike Lieberthal to Be Inducted to Phillies Wall of Fame

Mike Lieberthal will be inducted to the Phillies Wall of Fame prior to the team’s August 10th game against the Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. […]

Mitt Romney, RNC Raised More Than Obama and Company in May

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney and the Republican National Committee have announced that they raised $76.8 million in May. That bests the mark set by President […]

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Jersey Town Welcomes Christie With Negative Messages on Electronic Road Signs

The town of Piscataway, New Jersey welcomed Governor Chris Christie with negative messages displayed on electronic road signs yesterday. The mayor of Piscataway supposedly asked […]

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City Council Set to Close Loophole in Ban on Pet Hoarding

We feel like there’s been a massive spike in reports of pet hoarding in Philadelphia over the course of the past few years. City Council […]

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Another Armed Home Invasion on the Main Line

Police are looking for three suspects after another Main Line home was invaded last night. Three armed men wearing masks ransacked a Rosemont home after […]

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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.


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The NRA Should Keep Its Hands Off My Gun Ownership

Last weekend, my wife and I flew to Colorado to spend the weekend with her brother’s family and celebrate her parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. My […]

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A Message for Miss Pennsylvania

It’s not transwomen you should worry about

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Am I Really Over Philly Beer Week?

Let me start by saying that I love Beer Week. In fact, I love almost everything about it. I love beer. (I like it so much I […]

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Tonight: Pride at Macy’s

Join us for drinks, music and fun

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