Kristin Hunt

Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

April 23, 2026

History

Weitzman Museum shines a light on tiny Caribbean island that helped fuel the American Revolution

by Kristin Hunt

The Weitzman Museum is marking America's 250th birthday with 'The First Salute.' The new exhibit, opening April 23, focuses on the Caribbean island of Sint Eustatius. Jewish merchants helped smuggle munitions to the U.S. rebels.

April 23, 2026

Courts

Delco police officers told drug dealer about investigations and took cocaine as payment, prosecutors say

by Kristin Hunt

Two Delaware County officers allegedly shared confidential information about investigations with a drug dealer and accepted cocaine for their help. Vincent Procopio, 34, and Domenic Dellabarba, 27, work for Sharon Hill police.

April 22, 2026

Health News

Red Cross is offering gift cards to encourage spring blood donations

by Kristin Hunt

The Red Cross is offering extra incentives to potential blood donors. Anyone who gives in mid-April through May 17 can claim a $15-20 gift card. The nonprofit usually sees a dip in donations as schools close and people plan vacations.

April 22, 2026

Development

As data centers spread in Pa., lawmakers are proposing guardrails. Community activists want a moratorium

by Kristin Hunt

The Pennsylvania legislature is considering numerous bills to regulate and restrict data center development. Some residents want a moratorium on the projects, which are underway in Bucks, Montgomery and Chester counties.

April 21, 2026

Transportation

PA Turnpike is testing a system that will warn drivers of slow traffic

by Kristin Hunt

The Pennsylvania Turnpike will begin testing a system that will alert drivers to upcoming traffic along the Northeast Extension of I-476 the week of April 20. The warnings will be displayed on electronic signs along the toll road.

April 20, 2026

Food & Drink

These Philly bars are offering Flyers-themed drink specials for the playoffs

by Kristin Hunt

Philly bars like Libertee Grounds and The Rook are offering Flyers-themed drink specials during each of the team's playoff games. Fans also can try a 'boy aquarium' cocktail at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Wednesday and Saturday.

April 17, 2026

Everything we know about the next season of 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'

by Kristin Hunt

'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' does not have a premiere date for Season 18. But Rob Mac and Charlie Day have dropped clues about the new episodes. The McPoyles, including Pappy, and Rickety Cricket will return.

April 17, 2026

Music

Florence + the Machine moves concert at Xfinity Mobile Arena to Atlantic City over conflict with Flyers playoff game

by Kristin Hunt

Florence + the Machine was scheduled to play at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday, April 25, but due to a scheduling conflict with a Flyers playoff game, the band will now play in Atlantic City. Tickets will be automatically refunded.

April 16, 2026

Movies

This New Jersey high school teacher makes movies on his summer breaks

by Kristin Hunt

Drexel grad Aaron Bartuska has filmed multiple movies in Philadelphia, including the SpringFest selection 'These Are My Friends!' He's also a teacher at Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.

April 16, 2026

Business

PECO withdraws plan to raise electric rates by 12.5%

by Kristin Hunt

PECO has withdrawn a proposal to increase residential electric bills by 12.5% and gas rates by 11.4% starting in 2027. The plan was widely criticized by consumers, state House representatives and Gov. Josh Shapiro.