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.
February 9, 2024
Food & Drink
Little Susie's Coffee & Pie opens new shop in Point Breeze
Little Susie's Coffee and Pie has opened its third Philadelphia location, at 1754 S. Chadwick St. in Point Breeze. The takeout shop offers hand pies in classic flavors like cherry and apple, and more experimental flavors like cheesesteak, and pork roll and cheese. The business began in 2019 in Port Richmond and grew popular during the COVID-19 pandemic.February 8, 2024
Holiday
Underground Arts offers an evening of anti-Valentine's Day dating horror stories
First Person Arts hosts the 14th annual Ex Files StorySlam event at Underground Arts on Feb. 14. Hear eight storytellers tell their anti-Valentine's Day breakup stories and tales of heartbreak.February 7, 2024
Social Media
Lincoln Financial Field will shine blue Friday in honor of Delco toddler who unexpectedly died
Lincoln Financial Field will display blue lights on Friday in honor of 2-year-old Benny Petransky, who unexpectedly died of an illness last week, as part of the #BlueforBenny campaign. Broomall residents have been hanging blue lights at their homes and businesses in a show of support for Benny's family.February 6, 2024
Food & Drink
Ready for a break-up? Insomnia Cookies will send a handwritten note to your partner – and a few parting treats
Insomnia Cookies is offering people a new way to split up with their romantic partners. For $30, people can send a box of 12 cookies with a handwritten break-up note to their soon-to-be ex-partner. The 'It's Not Me, It's You' boxes can be purchased through Feb. 18.February 6, 2024
Investigations
Missing boys from Willingboro found safe and returned home, police say
A pair of brothers, ages 10 and 12, were returned safely to their family in Willingboro Township, New Jersey, police said. They had been reported missing Monday night after they were last seen walking away from their home in the Garfield North section of the township.February 6, 2024
Mental Health
Eating fermented foods like sauerkraut and yogurt may help your mental health
Eating fermented foods like sourdough bread, sauerkraut, miso, yogurt, kombucha and some cheeses, may provide a boost in mental health, a new study shows. Fermented foods boost gut health, which in turn prompts brain activities that impact mood, memory, cognition and behavior, scientists say.February 5, 2024
Social Media
Shane Gillis, once fired by SNL for making racist jokes, to host the comedy show Feb. 24
Shane Gillis will host Saturday Night Live on Feb. 24. His appearance comes five years after he was hired as a full-time cast member, but then quickly fired after videos showed him making racist and homophobic jokes. Neither SNL nor Gillis has commented on his upcoming appearance. The musical guest that night will be 21 Savage.February 3, 2024
Transportation
Philadelphia gets $19.3 million for road safety projects from PennDOT, most directed to Roosevelt Boulevard work
PennDOT is allotting $19.3 million in funding for traffic safety projects in Philadelphia, with $12 million of that sum to be spent on improvements to Roosevelt Boulevard. The state grants are funded by revenue collected through fines issued to drivers caught speeding by the automated speed-monitoring cameras in Philadelphia.February 1, 2024
Food & Drink
For a Montgomery County domestic violence shelter, 'positives outweigh negatives' in fundraiser with brewery
Laurel House, Ten7 Brewing and Breweries in PA have teamed up to release a limited-edition beer called Laurel House Lager. A portion of draft pints at Ten7 and cans available at distributors will benefit the domestic violence agency.February 1, 2024
Books
Readers can pick up free banned books from Black authors through the Little Free(dom) Library initiative
Little Free(dom) Libraries will give away 1,500 banned books by Black authors throughout February in honor of Black History Month. The initiative is a joint effort from the Free Library of Philadelphia, Visit Philly and Little Free Library. All books were purchased from local Black-owned bookstores.Just In
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