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.
October 18, 2022
Social Media
Padres fans win prize for most cringeworthy hype video ahead of playoff series with Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres face off Tuesday night at Petco Park for Game 1 of the NLCS. Ahead of the game, a group of Padres fans made a hilariously bad song that they performed on "Good Morning San Diego." The Phillies and Padres faced improbable playoff odds, but now each have a chance to punch a ticket to the World Series.October 18, 2022
Investigations
Dirt bike rider wanted for throwing brick at police SUV in Northern Liberties
Philadelphia police are searching for a dirt bike ride who smashed the windshield of a PPD vehicle in Northern Liberties on Sunday night. The incident happened at the Lukoil gas station at Front Street and Delaware Avenue, where a group of ATV and dirt bike riders had stopped. When police attempted to confiscate a dirt bike that had been reported stolen out of New Jersey, several of the ATV and dirt bike riders threw objects at officers, including bottles and bricks, police said.October 14, 2022
Environment
Eagles add two reverse vending machines to incentivize recycling at the Linc
The Philadelphia Eagles have added two reverse vending machines to Lincoln Financial Field, becoming the first NFL team to introduce the emerging technology. Located in the concourse outside sections 123 and 138, the machines can be used to dispose of cans, plastic bottles and plastic cups by scanning a QR code. A touchscreen prompts fans to complete a questionnaire and generates unique transaction codes that lets fans know if they won and how to redeem prizes, including complimentary offerings from fan services.October 14, 2022
Investigations
Fourth suspect, a 15-year-old fugitive, identified in Roxborough High School shooting
Philadelphia police identified 15-year-old Troy Fletcher as the fourth of six suspects wanted in connection to the Sept. 27 shooting at Roxborough High School, which killed 14-year-old Nicholas Elizalde and injured four other teens. Authorities have arrested two suspects and have identified two others, while another two have not yet been named. The shooting happened after a high school football scrimmage and is believed to have been a targeted ambush on a 17-year-old boy who was injured in the attack.October 14, 2022
Business
Acme Markets owner to be acquired by Kroger in $24.6 billion deal
Albertsons, the owner of Acme Markets and other grocery store chains, will be acquired by Kroger in a merger deal worth $24.6 billion, the two companies announced. The deal is expected to face antitrust scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission. Albertsons owns banners including Safeway, Shaw's and Jewel Osco. Kroger's brands include Ralphs, Dillons and Harris Teeter.October 14, 2022
Business
Wawa to shut down two more Center City stores, citing safety and security
Wawa is closing its Center City store locations at 12th and Market streets and 19th and Market Streets, citing safety and security issues that have created operational challenges for the convenience store chain in Philadelphia. The decision comes after Wawa made national news when a viral video showed a large group of juveniles ransacking a store in Mayfair. The company has reduced store hours at many of its downtown locations and expressed hesitation about including Philadelphia in its expansion plans.October 13, 2022
Investigations
Son of former Eagles QB Bubby Brister charged in fatal hit-and-run
The 21-year-old son of former NFL quarterback "Bubby" Brister, who had stints with the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers, surrendered to authorities in Baton Rouge on Wednesday for his alleged role in a hit-and-run that killed a pedestrian on Sunday.October 13, 2022
Health News
Penn Medicine, Virtua Health's new proton therapy cancer treatment center will become first in South Jersey
Penn Medicine and Virtua Health expect to open their new $45 million proton therapy center in Voorhees in early 2023. The treatment facility will be the first site in South Jersey to offer the promising cancer treatment. Proton therapy is a relatively new type of radiation treatment that's used to treat cancers as well as some benign tumors. It's associated with fewer severe side effects than traditional radiation treatment.October 13, 2022
Celebrities
Kevin Hart mourns death of father, having forgiven his troubled past
Comedian Kevin Hart's father, Henry Witherspoon, died this week at 73 years old. Hart, who grew up in North Philadelphia, has been open in recent years about his father's battle with drug addiction during his childhood. Later in life, Hart was able to repair his relationship with his dad and help him get clean.October 12, 2022
Health News
Judge temporarily halts closure of Delaware County Memorial Hospital
Crozer Health will not be permitted to close Delaware County Memorial Hospital after a judge issued a preliminary injunction to temporarily halt the health system's planned restructuring. The struggling, four-hospital system is owned by the private, for-profit Prospect Medical Holdings. The county and the nonprofit Foundation for Delaware County had filed a petition to stop the closure of DCMH.Just In
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