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Philadelphia mayor announces new plan to keep 76ers arena in South Philadelphia, pursue WNBA team
The stunning reversal comes as a relief to critics of the plan to put a $1.3 billion arena near City Hall at the edge of Chinatown. Mayor Cherelle Parker on Monday called the proposal “a win, win, win,
Owners of 76ers and Flyers announce plans to build new arena in South Philadelphia
It is a head-spin development from the fight the 76ers have lodged over the last two years when it sought to build a new arena in Chinatown and close to the city’s center, and as it went to battle with Comcast,
Plans to build 76ers arena in Center City fall through, team to stay in South Philadelphia, sources say
Plans to build an arena for the Sixers in Center City have fallen through, and the team plans to stay in South Philadelphia, sources close to the negotiations say.
76ers, Flyers announce plans for new arena in South Philly; Adam Silver calls project 'great for Philadelphia'
The Philadelphia 76ers are staying in South Philadelphia in the latest -- and likely final -- twist in their quest to build a new arena. The Josh Harris-owned 76ers and the NHL's Flyers (owned by Comcast Spectacor) made an announcement Monday morning that the two teams will continue sharing a home in the South Philly Stadium Complex and will build a new arena slated to open by 2031 in a "50-50 joint venture.
Philly Chinatown says new 76ers arena plans offers relief, but skepticism remains
A sudden reversal in plans to move the 76ers' arena to near Philadelphia’s Chinatown has left activists breathing a little easier while still feeling some distrust.
Mayor Parker calls deal to build new 76ers arena in South Philadelphia a "win" for city
Mayor Cherelle Parker said she supports plans to keep the Sixers basketball team in South Philadelphia, instead of building a new arena in Center City.
76ers Won't Build $1.3B Center City Arena, Will Stay in South Philadelphia
The Philadelphia 76ers have reportedly scrapped a controversial plan to build a new arena in Center City, according to reports from the Associated
76ers pivot, reach deal to build new arena, stay in South Philadelphia
The Sixers had gotten approval for a controversial new arena Center City, on the border of Chinatown, but changed plans.
Chinatown activists react to new plan to keep 76ers arena in South Philadelphia
The Philadelphia 76ers will partner with Comcast Spectacor to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal to move downtown.
Philadelphia 76ers Managing Group Makes Major Arena Announcement
On Sunday, it was reported that the Philadelphia 76ers would no longer be moving forward with the downtown arena plan. Despite getting approval to begin working
76ers owners announce new arena in South Philly for 2031
The ownership group of the Philadelphia 76ers and Comcast Spectacor on Monday announced plans to build a new arena in South Philadelphia that will open in 2031. The announcement of the new arena, which will also be home to the NHL's Philadelphia Flyers,
Philadelphia 76ers reportedly reverse course, won’t build contentious $1.3B downtown stadium
The Philadelphia 76ers have decided not to build a $1.3 billion downtown arena. The surprising move comes just weeks after ...
76ers abandon plans for downtown arena, will stay near current location
The 76ers had received approval to build a Center City stadium but changed course and now will partner with Comcast on a new ...
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver Speaks on Sixers Arena Decision
On Sunday afternoon, shocking news broke regarding the Philadelphia 76ers and their new venue. Weeks after getting city ...
Comcast takes minority stake in the Sixers; to help build new arena in South Philly
Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) has taken a minority stake in the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team, according to a press release ...