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.
August 19, 2024
Investigations
Two teenagers shot near Olney High School early Monday morning
Two teenage boys are in critical condition after being shot near Olney High School's athletic fields early Monday morning, Philadelphia police said. Authorities are looking for four suspects who fled in an SUV. Police recovered 26 shell casings at two scenes located several blocks apart.August 19, 2024
Nature
Adventure Aquarium offers free annual membership program for preschoolers
The Adventure Aquarium in Camden opened registration Monday for its Pre-K Kids Adventure Pass, which offers a year of free admission for children ages 2 to 5. Parents can register online and need to show proof of age at the box office.August 19, 2024
Politics
Sen. John Fetterman says he's skipping the DNC to spend time with his family
Sen. John Fetterman won't be attending this year's Democratic National Convention, which takes place this week in Chicago. He reportedly said he will instead be spending time with his family.August 9, 2024
Neighborhoods
Fishtown to string lights over several segments of Frankford Avenue
The Fishtown Business Improvement District plans to install solar-powered string lights over several streets in the neighborhood. The first set of lights, which cost $6,500, are going up on the 2400 block of Frankford Avenue in September. The lights can change color and be controlled by a phone app.August 9, 2024
Investigations
New Jersey man allegedly stole a plane and crashed it in Atlantic County
Robert Wagner, 42, of Point Pleasant, New Jersey, is facing charges for allegedly stealing an airplane from a hanger in Pemberton, Atlantic County on Tuesday and crashing it Wednesday in Corbin City. Police say he confessed to stealing the plane and to two burglaries.August 9, 2024
Food & Drink
Center City Restaurant Week returns in September – and it's bringing back its former $40 meal option
Center City Restaurant Week takes place Sept. 8-21. More than 100 restaurants are offering two-course lunches for $20 and three-course dinners for $40 or $60.August 8, 2024
Music
Bruce Springsteen makes surprise appearance at Zach Bryan's second Philly show this week
Zach Bryan brought out Bruce Springsteen, The Lumineers and comedian Shane Gillis during his second concert this week at Lincoln Financial Field. The Boss helped the country star sing 'Atlantic City' and 'Sandpaper.' He and the others also came out during Bryan's encore performance of 'Revival.'August 7, 2024
Food & Drink
Want a tasty meal that can realistically be made on a weeknight? The chefs from Zahav have a new cookbook for you
'Zahav Home,' the fourth cookbook from chefs Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook, offers 125 recipes ideal for lunches and weeknight meals. The recipes are based on dishes from Zahav, but designed to be made with a single pot or other timesaving strategies. The cookbook, published by HarperCollins, comes out Sept. 10 and costs $40.August 7, 2024
Performances
On stage in August: 'Mamma Mia!', 'Midsummer' and Fringe Festival previews
August theater in Philadelphia and the suburbs includes Broadway tours of 'Mamma Mia!' and 'Les Misérables,' plus new shows 'Somewhere Over the Border' and 'One Monkey Don't Stop No Show.' Audiences can also catch different interpretations of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' in Swarthmore and Buckingham, and 'Grease' at the Bucks County Playhouse.August 7, 2024
Wildlife
Shark sighting in Cape May Point causes temporary beach closure
A 6-foot shark was spotted in shallow waters at Cape May Point on Monday, causing a beach to close until it swam further out into the ocean. Several other sharks have been spotted at the Jersey Shore this summer, including basking sharks.Just In
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