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

July 23, 2024

2024 Election

Josh Shapiro reportedly a top contender to be Kamala Harris's running mate

by Kristin Hunt

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro is reportedly one of the top candidates to be Kamala Harris's running mate in the 2024 presidential election. So far, Shapiro has offered only vague comments on his potential to join Harris on the ticket.

July 23, 2024

Food & Drink

Milk Jawn to dish out free scoops at opening of new shop in Northern Liberties on Friday

by Kristin Hunt

Milk Jawn will open its second location in Northern Liberties on Friday. The small-batch ice cream shop, also located on East Passyunk Avenue, will give free scoops to the first 100 customers.

July 22, 2024

Parties

Evil Genius to host puppy pool party in Fishtown beer garden

by Kristin Hunt

Evil Genius's free puppy pool party will feature inflatable pools and splash pads. The dog-friendly event will be held Saturday, July 27, from noon-5 p.m.

July 22, 2024

Food & Drink

Loretta's, a retro cafe with tons of pastries, to open in Headhouse Square this fall

by Kristin Hunt

Loretta's, a retro cafe with tons of pastries, will open in the Headhouse Square section of Society Hill this fall. The new spot is from the team behind Bloomsday and Green Engine Coffee Co. in Haverford.

July 18, 2024

Weekend

Jazz, boats and beers at the zoo: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Searching for something to do in Philly the weekend of July 19-21? Try the Lancaster Avenue Jazz Festival, a beer fundraiser at the zoo or the Night in Venice boat parade in Ocean City.

July 17, 2024

Music

Ardmore native Benj Pasek could earn an EGOT with an Emmy win this fall

by Kristin Hunt

Composer Benj Pasek, 39, was nominated for an Emmy for his song in 'Only Murders in the Building.' If he wins, the Ardmore native will achieve an EGOT. He and his songwriting partner Justin Paul won two Tonys and a Grammy for 'Dear Evan Hansen.' They also won an Oscar for their work in "La La Land."

July 17, 2024

Environment

Potential chemical contamination at Bartram's Garden prompts investigation, closure of pedestrian trail

by Kristin Hunt

Bartram's Garden officials closed the Bartram's Mile Trail after learning about the potential hazardous chemical contamination at the botanic garden this week. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is testing the area for toxic compounds. A visitor reported the potential contamination to state and city officials in April but no action was taken until July 15.

July 16, 2024

History

A 650-piece exhibit on Philly history features items from a sunken British ship and a World Series ring

by Kristin Hunt

An exhibit opening Thursday, July 18, at PAFA will explore Philadelphia history through 650 objects from the Atwater Kent Collection at Drexel University. They include a Phillies 2008 World Series championship ring.

July 16, 2024

Weather

Traces of snow observed at Philadelphia airport amid heat wave

by Kristin Hunt

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly recorded snowfall in Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon due to hail from passing thunderstorms. It was the first time the station, started in 1870, noted snow in the city for July 14.

July 15, 2024

History

Ed Helms' podcast explores a 1971 break-in at an FBI office in Delco that exposed mass government surveillance

by Kristin Hunt

As detailed in the new season of the Ed Helms podcast 'Snafu,' a 1971 break-in at the FBI office in Media, Delaware County, exposed mass government surveillance on its own citizens.