Michaela Althouse
Michaela Althouse is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in climate, technology, education and politics. She’s previously written for Technical.ly, Washingtonian Magazine, Philadelphia Magazine, New Project Media and Metro Eireann. She is a Bucks County native who enjoys gardening, exploring Philly and finding the city’s best coffee.
April 1, 2024
Government
Philly's street-sweeping program has expanded to more blocks this year
Philadelphia's street-sweeping program runs from April 1 to Nov. 1 in 2024 and includes 14 neighborhoods. In seven of them, more blocks are included this year. On some streets, residents will be required to move their cars to accommodate street cleaners. Each street in these neighborhoods is cleaned one day a week between Monday and Thursday.March 29, 2024
Entertainment
'Fabulous, irreverent, campy' Black-Tie GayBINGO returns April 6 in Center City
The Loews Hotel in Center City on April 6 will host Black-Tie GayBINGO, an annual fundraiser hosted by drag queens that includes a silent auction, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing.March 29, 2024
Transportation
Philly, South Jersey ports prepare to take on ships diverted from Baltimore
After the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore this week, ports in South Jersey and Philadelphia are preparing to take on diverted ships. But South Jersey Port Corporation's Jonathan Atwood said he doesn't expect long-term disruptions to the supply chain.March 28, 2024
Food & Drink
Stone's seeks to reimagine beer distribution in return to Fairmount
Longtime neighborhood staple Stone's Beer & Beverage Market, which was purchased by Nick and Jen Wendowski in 2019, is reopening in the original location after spending two years in Brewerytown. On tap: a walk-in keg fridge, seating area, beer on tap and neighborhood events.March 28, 2024
Nature
A baby gibbon is the newest animal at the Philadelphia Zoo
Eros, a baby white-handed gibbon, can be seen at the Philadelphia Zoo's PECO Primate Reserve exhibit. The ape was born March 14. His birth was part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, a breeding program to maintain biodiversity and protect endangered species.March 28, 2024
TV
Throwback Thursday: Rob McElhenney posts his '90s anti-smoking commercial
"It's Always Sunny" star Rob McElhenney shared an anti-smoking commercial he starred in during the late 1990s. In it, an off-screen interviewer asks a young McElhenney why he doesn't smoke.March 27, 2024
Arts & Culture
Philly Theatre Week brings new takes, original works and community events
From April 4 to April 14, can check out new takes on familiar shows, original works and community events across the region for Philly Theatre Week. All events feature pay-what-you-can pricing.March 27, 2024
Government
An effort to make Hershey's Kisses the Pennsylvania state candy is gaining traction – but not everyone is on board
Legislation that would designate the Hershey's Kiss as Pennsylvania's state candy passed the state House by a 130-71 vote on Tuesday, March 26. The bill evolved from a proposal a group of Council Rock School District students sent to state Rep. Tom Mehaffie four years ago. Opponents said it is unfair to choose Hershey's over other Pennsylvania chocolate manufacturers and noted Hershey's labor issues.March 26, 2024
Investigations
Shooting at SEPTA bus terminal in Frankford kills 1 man and injures another
A man was killed and another man was wounded during a double shooting at SEPTA's Arnott Transportation Center in Frankford on Monday night, according to Philadelphia police. The shooting occurred at the bus terminal near Griscom and Arnott Streets. No arrests have been made. It's the latest in a string of shootings on SEPTA buses or at bus stops.March 25, 2024
Politics
New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy ends her campaign for U.S. Senate
Tammy Murphy, the wife of New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, suspended her U.S. Senate campaign on Sunday. She was running to replace Robert Menendez, who faces federal corruption charges. The move leaves U.S. Rep. Andy Kim as the favorite to win the Democratic nomination. Menendez may run as an independent.Just In
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