Rocky
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Philadelphia Shines as America’s Most Walkable and Sane City
The magic and charm of American cities that attract many international tourists seems to be disappearing, at least according to many think-pieces that paint a…
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Front Street in Fishtown, Underneath the Market-Frankford Line, is the Site of Philadelphia’s Latest Building Boom
There is a building boom currently happening on Front Street in Fishtown, along the monumental Market-Frankford elevated rail line, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia…
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Meet the Delco Mailman Who Played the Flyers’ Original Orange Mascot
In November 1978, the Flyers introduced their brand-new, furry orange mascot, but it wasn’t the Gritty we now know and love. Slapshot was the Philadelphia hockey team’s first official mascot, and Dennis Boyle, a 26-year-old mailman from…
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Mighty Mick’s Gym, Famous For Role in Rocky Films, Will Be Converted Into Retail Space For A Kensington Brewery
Mighty Mick’s, the boxing gym highlighted in the Rocky films, was recently renovated and is slated to become a tasting room for Kensington’s Lost Time…
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5 Unique Outdoor Venues in Philadelphia
From the top of the Rocky Steps to the mosaic labyrinthine of Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, Philadelphia is a city with a trove of outdoor treasures. If…
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Plans For Possible Eakins Oval Redesign Inches Forward
If the long-discussed plans to improve the Benjamin Franklin Parkway become a reality, tourists who are trying to see the Rocky statue may no longer…
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Philly Special Will Be Subject of New ESPN ‘30 for 30’ Documentary
ESPN has decided to use “The Philly Special” from Super Bowl LII as the subject of its newest 30 for 30 documentary, writes Tom Dougherty…
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Rocky Statue Set for Move After Philadelphia Art Commission Approval Vote
The Philadelphia Art Commission has voted in favor of moving the iconic Rocky Statue to its original home, writes Ross DiMattei for CBS News Philadelphia.…
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Max’s Steaks, Famed Sandwich Shop in Nicetown, Set to Change Ownership for First Time in Three Decades
Max’s Steaks, a Nicetown sandwich shop known for its 100 percent sirloin cheesesteaks and cameo in a popular Philadelphia movie franchise, is being sold, writes…
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Meet the Philly Artist Responsible For Designing the ‘A Philly Special Christmas’ Album Cover
This year’s “A Philly Special Christmas” album has been very popular due to the musical talents it showcases from some of the city’s favorite Philadelphia…
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Philadelphia Art Museum to Unveil New Exhibit Showcasing Iconic Rocky Statue
The Philadelphia Art Museum will be debuting a new exhibit in April that will feature the Rocky statue at the forefront, writes Cherise Lynch for…
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University of Pennsylvania Press Publishing New Three-Volume Book Highlighting History of Philadelphia
This month, the University of Pennsylvania Press is publishing a landmark three-volume history of Philadelphia — The Greater Philadelphia Region, Greater Philadelphia and the Nation,…
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Iconic ‘Rocky’ Statue Coming to Philadelphia International Airport
The iconic Rocky statue at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is getting a sequel, mirroring the film that inspired it, with a second casting planned…
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SEPTA Pays the Price for Philly’s ‘No One Likes Us’ Reputation. Here’s How We Fix It
On a frigid February morning in 2018, Jason Kelce climbed the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art in a glittering, green‑feathered Mummers costume and…
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Philadelphia Shelter Dog Stars in New Graphic Novel
A Philadelphia shelter dog is the subject of a new graphic novel titled, “Midnight ‘Don’t Judge Me’ Ruiz,” writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. In 2019,…
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Docuseries ‘Spirit’ Focuses on Cheerleading Team from Philadelphia’s George Washington High School
The George Washington High School cheer squad is bringing Philadelphia’s signature grit, heart, and underdog energy to the national stage in the new Xfinity docuseries…
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Long Island ‘Rocky’ Fan Recreates Iconic Movie Locations in His Home
Joey Umana, the ultimate Rocky fan, recreated several iconic locations from the popular movie at his Long Island home, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia…
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New Bus Tour Gives Passengers 90-Minute Trip of ‘Rocky’ Film Locations
As part of this year’s RockyFest, a new bus tour will allow passengers to visit the various film locations of the iconic Rocky movies, writes…
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