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.
June 9, 2025
Arts & Culture
Leslie Odom Jr., Jonathan Groff reprise 'Hamilton' roles for original cast's reunion at Tony Awards
The original 'Hamilton' cast, including Philadelphia native Leslie Odom Jr. and Lancaster County's Jonathon Groff, reprised their roles at the Tony Awards on Sunday night to perform a medley in celebration of the Broadway show's 10th anniversary.June 9, 2025
Books
Juliana Pache's latest 'Black Crossword' book ups the difficulty level of her puzzles on the African diaspora
Temple University graduate Juliana Pache has released her second 'Black Crossword' book with puzzles about the African diaspora. This one includes midi puzzles that are larger than the mini puzzles she previously has released, but still smaller than the standard crosswords.June 9, 2025
Environment
What should you do if you encounter a coyote in Wissahickon Valley Park?
The Friends of the Wissahickon said people with dogs have reported two recent close encounters with coyotes. Wildlife experts say coyotes are typically harmless, so the sightings in Wissahickon Valley Park aren't a reason to panic. But they advised hikers to avoid the Devil's Pool area where they were spotted.June 6, 2025
Transportation
Struggling to find parking near the Ocean City boardwalk? This app can help
With the newly launched Ocean City Parking Spot app, drivers can see in real time where there are available spaces at the shore town's municipal lots.June 5, 2025
Business
Reps. Pelosi, Ocasio-Ortez and other top Democrats reportedly boycott 3 Stephen Starr restaurants in Washington
More than 50 Congressional Democrats, including Nancy Pelosi, Elizabeth Warren and Alexandria Ocasio-Ortez, reportedly signed a pledge to boycott six high-end restaurants in Washington in a show of support for workers attempting to unionize. The restaurants include three owned by Philadelphia restaurateur Stephen Starr.June 5, 2025
Government
Overnight curfew approved for bodegas in Kensington, Fairhill and Germantown
City Council rushed to approve a number of bills and resolutions during its penultimate meeting Thursday, including measures on affordable housing an overnight business curfew and hearings to consider reinstating a Fairmount Park police force.May 30, 2025
Performances
On stage in June: Shakespeare's 'All's Well,' 'Giovanni's Room' and Daryl Morey's basketball musical
Philadelphia theater companies have a number of new twists on classics in June, including the world premiere of a stage version of James Baldwin's 'Giovanni's Room' and the merging of 'Gulliver's Travels' and basketball that was co-produced by Sixers President Daryl Morey. Plus, performances of 'The Dining Room' and 'Space Opera,' a live-action role-playing event.May 30, 2025
Food & Drink
Happy hour specials and sidewalk sales return to East Passyunk on Thursdays this summer
The Passyunk Passeggiata, a weekly event with happy hour specials and pop-up sidewalk sales from local stores, returns to South Philly on Thursdays from June 5 to Aug. 28.May 29, 2025
Transportation
With the Pride festival and Roots Picnic this weekend, here are the road closures around Philly
Streets in the Gayborhood and around Fairmount Park will be closed this weekend for the Pride festival and Roots Picnic. Here's what you need to know to get around.May 29, 2025
Business
Phoenixville's Bluebird Distilling to add pizzeria and expand its tasting room
Bluebird Distilling is undergoing a $2 million renovation to add a pizzeria and update its tasting room, coffee shop and bottle shop. The Phoenixville staple will remain open throughout construction. It is expected to be complete by early winter.Just In
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- HBO's 'Task' returns to Delco to continue filming new season in Upper Darby
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