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.
April 6, 2023
Investigations
Philly man charged for alleged road rage attack on Pepsi delivery driver in Abington
Scott Thomas, 21, of Philadelphia, is charged with aggravated assault and related offenses from an alleged road rage assault on a Pepsi delivery driver near a Whole Foods grocery store in Abington Township, police said. Thomas allegedly pulled a gun on the delivery driver and struck him with it. During the ensuing struggle, the gun fired and struck the delivery driver in the hip.April 5, 2023
Health News
Protein bars sold at Pennsylvania Costco stores recalled over undeclared cashew allergen
SimplyProtein bars made by Wellness Natural USA Inc. have been recalled due to an undeclared cashew allergen in the Peanut Butter Chocolate Crispy Bars that came in 15-count variety packs. The packs were sold at Costco stores in Pennsylvania, Arkansas, California, Washington DC, Kansas, Maryland, Oklahoma, Texas and Virginia between Feb. 27 and March 31.April 5, 2023
Wildlife
North Wildwood police warn pet owners of coyote sightings
North Wildwood police issued a warning to pet owners this week after receiving multiple reports of a coyote seen in the Jersey Shore town. Coyote sightings have become increasingly common in parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania in recent years, prompting similar warnings from police departments.April 5, 2023
Health News
Penn Medicine, Virtua Health open proton therapy cancer treatment center in South Jersey
Penn Medicine and Virtua Health have opened their new proton therapy cancer treatment center in Voorhees, New Jersey. It's the first proton therapy center in South Jersey, one of fewer than 50 in the United States. The treatment is associated with fewer side effects and offers a less demanding protocol for patients.April 5, 2023
Television
Serial killer Ted Bundy's links to 1969 Garden State Parkway murders examined in new true crime series
Serial killer Ted Bundy's possible connections to the 1969 Garden State Parkway murders are explored in the new Oxygen True Crime series, "Violent Minds: Killers On Tape." The slayings of two young women outside Ocean City, New Jersey have been linked to Bundy based on interviews he gave to forensic psychologists, one of whom had Bundy on tape. The murders of Susan Davis and Elizabeth Perry, both 19, remain unsolved more than 50 years later. Bundy's known ties to the Philadelphia area and Jersey shore have spawned theories about the case, including investigative research done by Christian Barth, author of "The Garden State Parkway Murders: A Cold Case Mystery."April 4, 2023
Shopping
Port Richmond's Gaul & Co. Malt House to host new Love Vintage Flea Market
Port Richmond will have new flea market in the neighborhood thanks to a new concept spearheaded by the owners of Gaul & Co. Malt House.April 4, 2023
Entertainment
Dave & Buster's seeks liquor license for potential Atlantic City location
Dave & Buster's is seeking a liquor license for an Atlantic City, New Jersey location at the Tanger Outlets. The sports bar and arcade chain has 152 locations, including two in Philadelphia, one in King of Prussia, and one in South Jersey at the Gloucester Premium Outlets. The company expects to open 11 new locations in the U.S. in 2023.April 4, 2023
Music
Bruce Springsteen featured on Lucinda Williams' first album since stroke
Bruce Springsteen and his wife, Patty Scialfa, contributed to a new song on Lucinda Williams' upcoming album 'Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart.' The collaboration, 'New York Comeback,' was released Tuesday. The album, Williams' first since suffering a stroke in 2020, is due out June 30 and will feature Angel Olson, Tommy Stinson, Margo Price, Jeremy Ivey, Buddy Miller and Jesse Malin.April 3, 2023
Weather
New sports bubble with driving ranges, VR simulators collapsed during severe storms in Central Jersey
The air dome at Adventure Crossing USA in Jackson Township, New Jersey was destroyed by Saturday night's powerful storms that swept through the region. At least four tornados touched down in New Jersey, including one inJackson Township, according to the National Weather Service. Other tornados hit Cinnaminson, Palmyra-Riverton and Howell. The air dome at Adventure Crossing USA opened in January as part of the multi-phase development project near Six Flags Great Adventure.April 3, 2023
Transportation
Ben Franklin Bridge to flash new lights across Delaware River
The Benjamin Franklin Bridge will debut its newly-installed LED lighting system at 7:45 p.m. Monday, April 3, 2023. The system can put on a range of effects like a chasing rainbow pattern that will follow PATCO train cars as they cross the bridge. Colorful light displays can be themed to coincide with holidays and other special events.Just In
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