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Joey Umana, 62, a total Rocky fan, is seen in the Rocky Room, in his home in Levittown, N.Y. He is seen with his memorabilia and his artistic creations such as very detailed models of the gym where Rocky trained, the art museum facade and steps, even the side of beef Rocky trained with.

The ultimate ‘Rocky’ fan has rebuilt the show’s iconic locations inside his NY home

Joey Umana may live out on Long Island, but his Rocky Room — and what led up to it — is Philly spirit all the way.

Carrying copies of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour book priced at $39.99 and the vinyl album and CD version of "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology" a happy Natalie Waller of Delanco leaves Target in Deptford just after 6 a.m. on Black Friday. Waller arrived at Target at 3 a.m. just so she could purchase the Taylor Swift items, which are only available at Target.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ book launch at Target was no big draw among Black Friday shoppers in Philly

Earl Hopkins and Elizabeth Robertson

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Orrin Evans at his home in West Oak Lane Monday. He is nominated for a Grammy for his new Captain Black Big Band album, “Walk a Mile in My Shoe.” He plays the Perelman Theater on Friday with the Captain Black Big Band.

Philly’s Orrin Evans is up for a Grammy next year. He plays the Perelman Theater with his Big Band this week.

The espresso martini with parmigiano-reggiano garnish is photographed at Bar 1010 in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.

Espresso martinis are the it-drink in Philly. Here’s where to find them.

Philadelphia Museum of Art welcomes thousands of students with free tours and transportation

Philadelphia are students in grades K-12 and Title I school students can now see the museum's 'The Time is Always Now' show for free

The Philadelphia Museum of Art Nov. 2, 2023.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art Nov. 2, 2023.

Philadelphia Museum of Art welcomes thousands of students with free tours and transportation

Philadelphia are students in grades K-12 and Title I school students can now see the museum's 'The Time is Always Now' show for free

In Philadelphia, the public square lives in our arts spaces

Leigh Goldenberg, For The Inquirer

A scene from "The Comeuppance" at the Wilma Theater, with (from left) Alana Raquel Bowers, Sarah Gliko, and Jordan Bellow.

Before ‘The Thankful Poor’ mural was dedicated at a Philadelphia church, a child asked: What do the poor have to be thankful for?

George Anthony Morton, curator of "The Thankful Poor" mural, which was dedicated on a wall of Gethsemane FHB Church in Strawberry Mansion on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, is pictured with his daughter, Nuri, age 9.

‘The Comeuppance’ at the Wilma is a probable antidote to our existential dread

Krista Mar, For The Inquirer

From left: Jordan Bellow, Taysha Marie Canales, Jaime Maseda, Alana Raquel Bowers, and Sarah Gliko in "The Comeuppance" at the Wilma Theater.

Montco-raised singer Lizzy McAlpine to make Broadway debut in ‘Floyd Collins’

Narberth-raised Lizzy McAlpine is set to make her Broadway debut next year.

Joey Umana, 62, a total Rocky fan, is seen in the Rocky Room, in his home in Levittown, N.Y. He is seen with his memorabilia and his artistic creations such as very detailed models of the gym where Rocky trained, the art museum facade and steps, even the side of beef Rocky trained with.

The ultimate ‘Rocky’ fan has rebuilt the show’s iconic locations inside his NY home

The Philadelphia Film Society on Chestnut Street in April 2020. A $2 million grant from Wyncote Foundation will now support the building's renovation.

Wyncote Foundation awards $2 million to Philadelphia Film Society

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Joey Umana, 62, a total Rocky fan, is seen in the Rocky Room, in his home in Levittown, N.Y. He is seen with his memorabilia and his artistic creations such as very detailed models of the gym where Rocky trained, the art museum facade and steps, even the side of beef Rocky trained with.

The ultimate ‘Rocky’ fan has rebuilt the show’s iconic locations inside his NY home

The Philadelphia Film Society on Chestnut Street in April 2020. A $2 million grant from Wyncote Foundation will now support the building's renovation.

Wyncote Foundation awards $2 million to Philadelphia Film Society

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Actor Lisa Ann Walter, from "Abbott Elementary," waves to the crowd during the 105th 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia.

‘Abbott Elementary’s’ Lisa Ann Walter brings holiday cheer to the Philly Thanksgiving Parade

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Another Thanksgiving is upon us, which means a feast of NFL games from noon until late into the evening.

There are 3 NFL Thanksgiving games today. Here’s what you need to know.

Actor Lisa Ann Walter, from "Abbott Elementary," waves to the crowd during the 105th 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia.

‘Abbott Elementary’s’ Lisa Ann Walter brings holiday cheer to the Philly Thanksgiving Parade

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Another Thanksgiving is upon us, which means a feast of NFL games from noon until late into the evening.

There are 3 NFL Thanksgiving games today. Here’s what you need to know.

Orrin Evans at his home in West Oak Lane Monday. He is nominated for a Grammy for his new Captain Black Big Band album, “Walk a Mile in My Shoe.” He plays the Perelman Theater on Friday with the Captain Black Big Band.

Philly’s Orrin Evans is up for a Grammy next year. He plays the Perelman Theater with his Big Band this week.

The jazz pianist's new album 'Walk A Mile In My Shoe' with his Captain Black Big Band tells a story that connects his medical and musical journeys.

The espresso martini with parmigiano-reggiano garnish is photographed at Bar 1010 in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023.

Espresso martinis are the it-drink in Philly. Here’s where to find them.

Accompanied by floats, clowns, uniformed bands, and marchers in costume, Santa Claus came back to Philadelphia on Nov. 22, 1945 in the annual Gimbel Brothers Thanksgiving Day parade. At the climx of the parade, Santa climbed a ladder to Gimbels toy department as thousands of spectators watched.

This week in Philly history: Philly hosts America’s first Thanksgiving Day parade

Christmas Village in Philadelphia at LOVE Park and City Hall’s Dilworth Park on the preview weekend of Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The open-air holiday market features over 120 rustic wooden cottages trimmed in festive lights and housing vendors selling goods from around the world, along with food and live entertainment. The Visitors Center houses a collection of holiday trees with regular appearances by Santa Claus. There is also a Ferris wheel and Kids Train on the north apron of City Hall and a double-decker carousel in the courtyard. This all runs through Dec. 24.

Things To Do for the Holidays

The region’s 20 best Christmas village and holiday markets

Mariah Carey brings her "Christmas Time" tour to the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday.

Philly music this week moves to holiday mode with Mariah Carey. Plus, Black Friday Record Store Day recs

Gameday Central: Eagles vs. Rams | Sponsored by Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa

Gameday Central: Eagles vs Rams | Sponsored by Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa

Get all the action started with The Inquirer’s Olivia Reiner and EJ Smith on Gameday Central — your go-to Eagles playbook.

David O'Neil, former manager of the Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo, of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

David O'Neil, former manager of the Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo, of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

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