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

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José Garces and PLCB

José Garces is opening up something in the Western Union building (at 11th and Locust), and his new something involves the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. […]

Here are a few ways to DIY green right now

Recyclebank.com. “I tell all my clients about this,” Wright says. Same recycling day as usual, but you earn money for being green. You get a […]

Four pros who handle year-round ­landscape maintenance

The urban landscape gurus at Garden Hangouts (2432 East Dauphin Street, 215-290-6634, gardenhangouts.com) tackle city gardening, patio work, stone wall construction and sidewalk maintenance. They […]

In a neighborhood of do-it-yourselfers, one guy prefers golf over yard work

THE FORECAST CALLED for snow. Now we all know at least three things that occur every time NBC-10’s EarthWatch team predicts more than one inch of […]

The genius behind Handmade Gardens picks his favorite flowers for 2009

1. Helleborus hybridus ‘Brandywine’  This locally developed perennial is an early bloomer. Mid-March through April, blossoms appear in whites, pinks and reds, standing out against […]

How to create an eco-friendly home

INTERIOR DESIGNER LILI Wright is on her way to my house, and I’m a bit nervous. I try to find comfort in the notion that […]

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.

Treatment Guides: Hip Replacement Revise: Philadelphia’s Best Hip Replacement Programs

Jefferson Hospital University of Pennsylvania  Crozer-Keystone Health System’s Human Motion Institute 

helpful websites for hip surgery

Need more info? Check out the helpful websties below. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American College of Rheumatology Arthritis Foundation      

Canadian Krall croons at the Mann

If you like your jazz smooth, Diana Krall is for you. Her June 19th concert at the Mann will be picnic perfect. Tickets go on […]

How does the new Market East sushi restaurant Aki shape up?

No doubt Market East residents were happy to see another sushi joint open in the old Aoi space. Although new Aki, with its red velvet […]

Owner of Third Street Habit dishes on her latest find!

WHO: January Bartle OWNS: Third Street Habit MOST RECENT PURCHASE I’M LOVING: Organic sweatshirt dress from Nest Children collection DISCOVERED AT: Sevilla Smith WHY I’M […]

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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.

Would you rock a short dress for your warm-weather nuptials?

View the “Short & Sweet” slideshow from our current issue We here at PW love, love, love, the playful, gorgeous, short frocks designers are making […]

Event planner Phyllis Jablonowski tells us how to put the kibosh on this potential disaster.

Question: My soon-to-be brother-in-law tends to get a little rowdy at parties, especially when there’s an open bar. How can I make sure he doesn’t […]

Treatment Guide: Hip Replacement Revise: Local Treatment Options

There are several different techniques for hip surgery. We asked Richard Rothman, MD, at the Rothman Institute at Jefferson Hospital to weigh in on each. […]

The Talking Heads founder at the Mann

The genius weirdo brain behind the Talking Heads has announced a June 5th show at Parkside’s lovely amphitheater. He’s joined by freaky gypsy rockers DeVotchKa. […]

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