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.
January 2, 2024
Development
Chestnut Street bridge over I-95 scheduled to close Jan. 15 ahead of demolition
The Chestnut Street bridge over I-95 will close Jan. 15 and be demolished in February as construction on a new park at Penn's Landing continues. Bus routes will be affected and drivers will be redirected south on Front and Dock streets.January 2, 2024
Government
Cherelle Parker privately sworn-in as mayor ahead of inauguration ceremony
Cherelle Parker is already officially the mayor of Philadelphia after a private swearing-in ceremony held early Monday morning. Parker's inauguration is scheduled for later today at 10 a.m. at The Met.December 29, 2023
Lawsuits
Florida woman sues Hershey's because her peanut butter pumpkin candies didn't actually have jack-o'-lantern faces
Hershey's is being sued for $5 million by a woman who claims the candy company misrepresented Reese's products on their packaging. The suit, filed in Florida, says Hershey's falsely advertised multiple Reese's candies, as the packaging shows artistic cutouts of faces and shapes in the chocolate that were not featured in the Reese's she bought.December 28, 2023
Transportation
Roosevelt Boulevard's I-76 West ramp to reopen Saturday
The I-76 West exit ramp on Roosevelt Boulevard will reopen Saturday after closing earlier this week due to structural damage from a collision.December 28, 2023
Illness
With respiratory illnesses on the rise, here's how to keep lungs healthy
To combat a rise in respiratory illnesses and a dip in vaccinations, the American Lung Association offers three tips to keep lungs healthy in 2024, including radon prevention and quitting tobacco.December 28, 2023
Pets
Dog blood bank opens in Center City; pets who donate receive a free exam and treats
A blood bank for dogs is now open at the Philadelphia location of the Veterinarian Emergency Group, an animal hospital network, at 1213 Walnut St. Similar to human blood banks, dogs can make blood donations which will be stored for emergency medical services. Dogs who donate will receive a free exam and treats.December 27, 2023
Films
A film producer from Chester County hopes to make prescreenings at the Colonial Theatre an annual tradition
Grady Craig, a film producer from Chester Springs, will screen his upcoming film 'Scrambled' at the Colonial Theatre on Wednesday night. The movie stars (and is directed by) Leah McKendrick and is about a woman who decides to freeze her eggs after a breakup. The producer says he hopes to make prescreenings at the Phoenixville theater an annual tradition.December 27, 2023
Transportation
Roosevelt Boulevard's I-76 West ramp closed indefinitely following collision
The Roosevelt Expressway's ramp to I-76 West and City Avenue has been closed indefinitely because it sustained structural damage during a large vehicle crash on Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, PennDOT officials said. Drivers are being detoured along I-76 East, Montgomery Avenue and then onto I-76 West.December 26, 2023
Music
World Cafe Live ready to start 2024 under leadership of new board chair
At Word Cafe LIve, Paralee Knight takes over for Lori Landew in January. She recently shared her thoughts and expectations for Philadelphia's music scene and the convert venue in 2024..December 26, 2023
Gardening
What Philadelphia's hardiness zone change means for local gardeners
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's updated zone hardiness map shows Philadelphia moved up to Zone 7b, meaning warmer winter temperatures. Andrew Bunting of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society shares what that means for local gardeners.Just In
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