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.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

August 29, 2025

Performances

On Stage in September: 'Oedipus in Seattle,' 'Falsettos' and the Philadelphia Fringe Festival

by Michaela Althouse

On the stage in Philadelphia in September, there will be more than 300 productions at the Fringe Festival, a coffee shop musical and a one-woman comedy about life's third act.

August 29, 2025

Transportation

To help students get to school, SEPTA is restoring several transit routes with city funds

by Michaela Althouse

To restore eight SEPTA routes and boost service on 11 others, the city government is advancing SEPTA a portion of its $135 million allocation for 2026. The funding is intended to ensure students get to school.

August 28, 2025

Podcast

HAIM sisters share their Jersey Shore memories on Kylie Kelce's podcast

by Michaela Althouse

Thursday's episode of 'Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce' features an interview with the Haim sisters ahead of their upcoming tour. The trio discussed their ties to the Philly area, Eagles fandom and sibling bonding.

August 28, 2025

Food & Drink

Flyers' Garnet Hathaway teams up with Dogfish Head to brew IPA to benefit EMTs

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia Flyers forward Garnet Hathaway and Dogfish Head teamed up to create a new brew, Engine 19 IPA, which will benefit first responders. The 6.5% ABV beer will be available starting Sept. 10.

August 27, 2025

'Deli Boys,' the Hulu sitcom about a South Philly convenience store, is getting a second season

by Michaela Althouse

'Deli Boys,' the Hulu comedy set in a convenience store in Grays Ferry, was renewed for a second season. Upcoming episodes will include Fred Armisen, who plays an iconic gambler who loves the Philadelphia casinos.

August 27, 2025

Investigations

Philly biotech company falsely claimed its products killed COVID-19 during pandemic, prosecutors allege

by Michaela Althouse

ViaClean Technologies, a Philadelphia-based biotech company, is facing federal charges for allegedly falsely claiming that two of its products could kill COVID-19 on surfaces during the early months of the pandemic.

August 27, 2025

Food & Drink

The Philly restaurants added to the Michelin Guide will be revealed at the Kimmel Center this fall

by Michaela Althouse

The Philadelphia restaurants added to the Michelin Guide will be revealed Nov. 18 during a ceremony at the Kimmel Center. Philly and Boston restaurants are being included in the guide for the first time.

August 26, 2025

Food & Drink

Herr's declares Long Hots & Sharp Provolone, an ode to the roast pork sandwich, winner of chips contest

by Michaela Althouse

Long Hots & Sharp Provolone, a flavor inspired by roast pork sandwiches, won the 2025 Herr's Flavored by Philly potato chip contest. The flavor, which won the inaugural competition in 2022, beat out two other past champions.

August 26, 2025

Investigations

Weitzman Museum vandalized with spray paint for the second straight week

by Michaela Althouse

A banner outside the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History was vandalized with red spray paint early Monday morning – the second such act this month. The banner shows the museum's support for Israel.

August 25, 2025

Education

Philadelphia teachers union, school district reach tentative new contract

by Michaela Althouse

The School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers reached a tentative three-year contract agreement Sunday night, avoiding a possible strike. Monday marks the first day of school for students.