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.

michaela@phillyvoice.com

August 28, 2025

Food & Drink

Flyers' Garnet Hathaway teams up with Dogfish Head to brew IPA to benefit EMTs

by Michaela Althouse

Philadelphia Flyers forward Garnet Hathaway and Dogfish Head teamed up to create a new brew, Engine 19 IPA, which will benefit first responders. The 6.5% ABV beer will be available starting Sept. 10.

August 28, 2025

Podcast

HAIM sisters share their Jersey Shore memories on Kylie Kelce's podcast

by Michaela Althouse

Thursday's episode of 'Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce' features an interview with the Haim sisters ahead of their upcoming tour. The trio discussed their ties to the Philly area, Eagles fandom and sibling bonding.

August 27, 2025

Investigations

Philly biotech company falsely claimed its products killed COVID-19 during pandemic, prosecutors allege

by Michaela Althouse

ViaClean Technologies, a Philadelphia-based biotech company, is facing federal charges for allegedly falsely claiming that two of its products could kill COVID-19 on surfaces during the early months of the pandemic.

August 27, 2025

'Deli Boys,' the Hulu sitcom about a South Philly convenience store, is getting a second season

by Michaela Althouse

'Deli Boys,' the Hulu comedy set in a convenience store in Grays Ferry, was renewed for a second season. Upcoming episodes will include Fred Armisen, who plays an iconic gambler who loves the Philadelphia casinos.

August 27, 2025

Food & Drink

The Philly restaurants added to the Michelin Guide will be revealed at the Kimmel Center this fall

by Michaela Althouse

The Philadelphia restaurants added to the Michelin Guide will be revealed Nov. 18 during a ceremony at the Kimmel Center. Philly and Boston restaurants are being included in the guide for the first time.

August 26, 2025

Food & Drink

Herr's declares Long Hots & Sharp Provolone, an ode to the roast pork sandwich, winner of chips contest

by Michaela Althouse

Long Hots & Sharp Provolone, a flavor inspired by roast pork sandwiches, won the 2025 Herr's Flavored by Philly potato chip contest. The flavor, which won the inaugural competition in 2022, beat out two other past champions.

August 26, 2025

Investigations

Weitzman Museum vandalized with spray paint for the second straight week

by Michaela Althouse

A banner outside the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History was vandalized with red spray paint early Monday morning – the second such act this month. The banner shows the museum's support for Israel.

August 25, 2025

Education

Philadelphia teachers union, school district reach tentative new contract

by Michaela Althouse

The School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers reached a tentative three-year contract agreement Sunday night, avoiding a possible strike. Monday marks the first day of school for students.

August 22, 2025

Books

Ex-Vice President Kamala Harris is bringing her book tour to Philly

by Michaela Althouse

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will speak at the Met Philadelphia on Sept. 25 as part of her book tour for '107 Days.' The book details her abbreviated campaign for president last year.

August 22, 2025

Odd News

South Jersey town says Walmart isn't maintaining site marking landing spot of first U.S. balloon ride

by Michaela Althouse

Behind a Walmart in Deptford Township, there are three historical markers for a 400-year-old tree and the landing site for the first hot air balloon ride in the United States. But officials say that the retail chain is neglecting the space and making it inaccessible to visitors.