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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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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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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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A Philadelphia-area Couple is Turning Louisville Into a Water Ice City
Rodney and Tonya Daisey, a couple with Philadelphia-area roots are the owners of Philly’s Best Frozen Desserts, a water ice and ice cream shop they…
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For Norristown Comedian, 6ABC Action News Theme Evokes Pride and Patriotism
For many Philadelphia region residents, including Norristown comedian Chip Chantry, the sound of the 6ABC Action News theme is so iconic and omnipresent over the…
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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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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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Philadelphia Prepares to Celebrate First-Ever ‘Rocky Day,’ Featuring a Visit From Sylvester Stallone
Sunday, December 3, will mark the first-ever “Rocky Day” in Philadelphia, writes Kristin Hunt for Phillyvoice. To mark the occasion, Sylvester Stallone — the notable…
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Amidst Unrest, 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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Philadelphia Ranks Among Most Popular American Cities to Visit Now
Philadelphia is currently one of the most popular travel destinations among the nation’s cities, writes Teena Apeles for Stacker. Stacker ranked the top 25 most…
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Bucks County Leadership: Joseph Cafarchio, Executive Vice President, Meridian Bank
Joe Cafarchio, Executive Vice President at Meridian Bank, spoke with BUCKSCO Today about growing up as the second oldest of eight children in East Syracuse,…
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Local School Beats Wild Odds — Much Like Mr. Balboa Did — Gaining Rights for First Post-Broadway Run of ‘Rocky’
Broadway’s Rocky the Musical will transition from its run in Manhattan to Truman High School, Levittown. The direct transferal of a high-budget, first-run show to…
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