LOCAL CULTURE
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Philadelphians channel their inner Italian Stallion at Rocky and Adrian look-alike contest
The Rocky and Adrian look-alike contest was part of Philadelphia’s annual RockyFest, which celebrates the classic film franchise that used the city as it’s backdrop.
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7 Pennsylvania holiday traditions that capture the spirit of the season
From boilo to Belsnickel, we’re highlighting different ways Pennsylvanians celebrate the holidays throughout the state.
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Meet the young woman preserving the history of Lehigh Valley’s LGBTQ+ community in an archive
This local 26-year-old is recording LGBTQ+ history in the Lehigh Valley for current and future generations.
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Lehigh’s bed races: A spirited (and now safe) tradition
Bed Races at Lehigh are a cherished tradition during Spirit Week. With new safety measures in place, students race beds down Packer Ave.
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Denzel Washington keeps August Wilson’s Pittsburgh cycle in the family with ‘The Piano Lesson.’
In “The Piano Lesson,” which debuts on Netflix Friday, the screen legend hands the reins to his son, Malcolm Washington, who makes his directorial debut in a production starring his brother, John David Washington, and featuring contributions from his sisters.
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8 iconic TV shows set in Pennsylvania
From quirky workplace comedies to gripping dramas, discover how Pennsylvania’s cities and culture have shaped some of television’s most beloved series.
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10 fiction books set in Pennsylvania
Discover 10 compelling books set in Pennsylvania, from gritty literary fiction to YA adventures.
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Powerful art that mobilizes Gen Z: The “We The Future” campaign is inspiring new voters across America
Amplifier and Good Trouble Collaborative have partnered with exciting artists to create the “We The Future” campaign, geared towards uplifting and inspiring Gen Z voters ahead of the 2024 election.
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Scoop by scoop: 10 cool facts about Penn State Creamery
Discover how the Penn State Creamery achieved a sweet slice of success right here in Pennsylvania.
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8 things you may not know about Erie, Pennsylvania
Erie has been receiving a fair amount of attention recently, as Pennsylvania’s northwestern corner is the only spot in the state where the full totality of next month’s total solar eclipse will be visible. But Pennsylvania’s fifth-largest city remains a mystery to many others throughout the commonwealth.
























