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.
March 10, 2025
Health News
Crozer Health averts immediate closure after getting last-minute cash infusion
A last-minute deal was reached Sunday to keep Crozer Health opened in the short-term after six hours of negotiations on Sunday. The health network was supposed to close by the end of the week.March 7, 2025
Food & Drink
Inaugural Stouts & Snouts event brings dark brews and pork-based bites to Fishtown
Restaurants will serve pork-based bites alongside Guinnesses during the inaugural Stouts & Snouts event in Fishtown. Diners can choose from plant-based options, bacon oysters or Cubanos, plus whiskey cocktails and local brews on Saturday, March 15, starting at 11 a.m.March 7, 2025
Healthy Eating
Replacing butter with plant-based oils helps people live longer, study finds
Replacing butter with canola, soy or olive oil is linked to a lower risk of overall death, and a reduced risk of cancer, new research finds. Butter contains saturated fats linked to higher cholesterol and heart disease. Plant-based oils contain monounsaturated fats, which help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of chronic disease.March 6, 2025
Transportation
New bike lanes approved on Temple University campus, in Spring Garden area and near Logan Square
Philadelphia will get new bike lanes near Logan Square, on Temple University campus and in the Spring Garden area. City Council approved three bills from Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. on Thursday calling for the separate paths in District 5, which he represents.March 6, 2025
Government
Looking ahead to Philly's busy 2026, leaders allocate $45 million for planning, beautification and security projects
Philadelphia City Council approved a $91 million budget transfer Thursday, and almost half of the money will be spent on beautification, security and other preparedness projects for 2026 events. Next year, the city hosts World Cup matches and the U.S. semiquincentennial celebration, among other events.March 5, 2025
Food & Drink
South Philly Barbacoa chef Cristina Martínez to host dinner and dance party at the Mann
Chef Cristina Martínez, the owner of South Philly Barbacoa and Casa México, will host an event June 4 at the Mann Center. The audience will get to hear her story, eat her food and participate in a fandango dance party.March 5, 2025
TV
Amanda Seyfried talks Sabrina Carpenter, 'Long Bright River' on 'The Tonight Show'
Amanda Seyfried stopped by 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on Tuesday to discuss her upcoming series 'Long Bright River,' based on a book by Philadelphia author Liz moore. She also spoke about adding Sabrina Carpenter to the 'Mamma Mia' cast and gave a performance on the dulcimer.March 4, 2025
Investigations
Teenager fatally shot at Southwest Philadelphia playground, police say
A young male, likely in his late teens, was fatally shot Monday night while he was sitting at a the Russell DeRitis Playground in Kingsessing, police say. Police said the shooter snuck up and fired at least nine shots before fleeing. Investigators are still determining the identities of the shooter and the teen.March 4, 2025
Neighborhoods
Hartranft Community Center, a hub in North Philly before it closed in 2009, reopens after $11.5 million renovation
The Hartranft Community Center, which closed in 2009, reopened Tuesday after 16 year. The facility features a playground, classrooms and an indoor pool. The $11.5 million renovation was part of a larger project from the Philadelphia Housing Authority, which is also building affordable homes nearby.March 3, 2025
Movies
'The Brutalist,' set in Doylestown, takes home 3 Oscars, including best actor
At the 2025 Academy Awards, 'The Brutalist' won Oscars for best actor, best original score and best cinematography. The movie, set in Doylestown, stars Adrien Brody as a Holocaust survivor who seeks to build a community center. 'Anora' won best picture. 'Sing Sing' and 'A Complete Unknown' left empty-handed.Just In
- Emergency crews rescue man trapped under manhole cover in Northeast Philly
- For Tattooed Mom to resume live music performances, L&I says it must obtain permits and a license
- Starting this weekend, $5 shuttle bus rides to the shore are available
- FDA approves pill that lowers cholesterol as effectively as more expensive, injectable forms
- Phillies RP Brad Keller will miss the rest of the season with torn UCL
- Phillies announce 2027 schedule
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