Michael Tanenbaum
Michael Tanenbaum is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice.com, with interests ranging from technology and behavioral health to local community initiatives and cultural life. Michael has written for the Argentina Independent and Bespoke Magazine and previously served as a news editor for Xfinity.com before joining PhillyVoice. He received his B.A. in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University.
September 29, 2023
Transportation
Historic drawbridge in Stone Harbor must be replaced, Cape May County says
Cape May County plans to replace the 96th Street drawbridge that crosses into Stone Harbor from Middle Township by 2028. The span was built in 1930 and has structural problems with the movable part that opens for boats to pass. Detours and traffic disruptions are expected during construction.September 28, 2023
Investigations
Retired minister extradited to face charges in 1975 killing of Delaware County girl
David Zandstra, the former Broomall minister charged with killing 8-year-old girl Gretchen Harrington in 1975, has been extradited to Delaware County to face charges of murder and kidnapping. Zandstra, who was living in Georgia, allegedly confessed to kidnapping the girl in Broomall, Marple Township, and then fatally beating her after she resisted his attempt to sexually abuse her at Ridley Creek State Park. Nearly five decades later, Zandstra, 83, will be tried in Delaware County.September 28, 2023
Odd News
Wally, the emotional support alligator not let into the Phillies game, has made news here previously
Wally, the emotional support alligator turned away from going to the Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday, should be familiar in Philadelphia. In August 2022, his trip to the fountains in LOVE Park in Center City also went viral on social media.September 27, 2023
Arts & Culture
Dr. Mira Irons, CEO of College of Physicians of Philadelphia, resigns amid Mütter Museum's ethical review
Mira Irons, president and CEO of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, which owns the Mütter Museum, resigned Wednesday as the museum is in the middle of an ethical review of its collections that she and executive director Kate Quinn spearheaded.September 27, 2023
Illness
For millions with long COVID, some answers are emerging about its causes
A new study on long COVID offers possible explanations for the lingering symptoms that millions of Americans experience after coronavirus infections. Researchers believe changes in levels of the stress hormone cortisol and the immune systems of those with long COVID might play a role.September 26, 2023
Lawsuits
Pennsylvania, New Jersey join FTC's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon
An antitrust lawsuit filed against Amazon alleges the company uses illegal business strategies to maintain its monopoly power, inflate consumer prices and stifle sellers who use its platform. It was filed by the Federal Trade Commission and 17 states, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey, in federal court Tuesday.September 26, 2023
Education
Temple names Richard Englert interim president following JoAnne Epps' death
Temple University has named Richard Englert interim president in the aftermath of the death of JoAnne Epps, who had been serving as acting president during the school's search for a new president. Englert previously served as president from 2016-2021 and had remained at the university as chancellor following his retirement. Epps died last week after she became ill during a university event.September 25, 2023
Investigations
Collegeville man charged with fatally shooting mom, brother
Aaron Deshong, 49, of Collegeville, is charged with homicide for fatally shooting his mother and brother at their home on Sunday, Montgomery County prosecutors said. Deshong allegedly called the FBI after the shooting to report what happened at the home. Investigators recovered a pistol from the property after finding the victims dead on the kitchen floor.September 25, 2023
Odd News
Vacuum filled with hundreds of hornets stolen from Philadelphia Bee Co. truck
A vacuum used for bee and wasp removals was stolen from the back of a Philadelphia Bee Co. truck last Thursday, owner Don Shump said. The vacuum contained hundreds of European hornets, mostly large queens, that were removed from a nest in the city. Shump posted an open letter to the thief on Facebook warning of what's in the stolen vacuum. The species is aggressive when threatened and capable of inflicting multiple stings.September 25, 2023
Senior Health
Bruce Willis may not be aware that he has dementia, his wife says
Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in February. His wife, Emma Hemming Willis, told NBC's 'Today' that the retired actor may not be aware that he has FTD, which can have noticeable effects on communication, personality and movement. There are no known causes or medications to halt its progression.Just In
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