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.
December 27, 2022
Holiday
What you need to know about the 2023 Mummers Parade
The Mummers Parade takes place in Philly on New Year's Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., beginning at City Hall and continuing down Broad Street to Washington Avenue. The nation's oldest, annual folk parade has been celebrated for 123 years. The 2023 Mummers Parade will be broadcast on WDPN-TV (MeTV2) instead of PHL17. The parade can be viewed online at WFMZ-TV or on a smartphone with the WFMZ+ app. Several road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect leading up to and through the parade.December 27, 2022
Investigations
Driver sought for multiple hit-and-runs, including fatal collision in North Philly
Philadelphia police are searching for the driver of a blue Ford Mustang involved in a series of hit-and-run crashes on Monday night, including one that killed a 22-year-old man after a collision near Broad Street and Lehigh Avenue. The first series of crashes happened in the parking lot of Rivers Casino, followed by a collision with a cyclist at Broad and Spring Garden Streets. The final, deadly crash happened near the intersection of Broad Street and Lehigh Avenue. The car was abandoned less than a mile away and the driver fled on foot.December 27, 2022
Investigations
Lehigh County man killed in loading dock accident at warehouse, coroner says
Michael David Lugo, 39, died on Christmas Eve in a warehouse accident at a property in Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County owned by logistics company NFI Industries. Lugo became pinned against a loading dock wall and a trailer and died of blunt force trauma and traumatic asphyxia, the Lehigh County coroner said. The accident is being investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police and the Occupational Health & Safety AdministrationDecember 26, 2022
Recreation
Poker player wins $1.68 million mega jackpot on $5 bet in Atlantic City
A New Jersey woman set a progressive poker record last weekend at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City, where she hit a mega jackpot that won her $1.68 million on a $5 bet, the casino said. The woman tipped the dealers at her table $77,000. The jackpot is the largest won at a Caesars Entertainment casino in Atlantic City history.December 26, 2022
Holiday
Recycle your Christmas tree at the Philly Goat Project or these city locations
There are a number of ways to recycle Christmas trees in Philadelphia. People can donate them to the Philly Goat Farm at Awbury Aboretum, drop them off at several sites designated by the Streets Department or at several collection events being held by community organizations. Though residents can also place Christmas trees at the curb to be collected with their trash, recycling is encouraged because trees are biodegradable and can be used for mulch, to prevent weeds, to create habitats and trails, and to protect against erosion.December 26, 2022
Government
Pennsylvania's population falls as Americans migrate to the South
The population of Pennsylvania fell from 13 million to 12.97 million from July 2021 to July 2022 – a decrease of about 0.3%, according to the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates. The loss of 40,000 residents was the fourth largest decline, but Pennsylvania still ranks fifth in total population behind California, Texas, Florida and New York. The U.S. population rose 0.4% to 333.29 million, an increase of 1.26 million people. That was a rebound from a historically low rate of change between 2020 and 2021.December 25, 2022
Police
Police body cam video shows Lancaster County woman's rescue from sinking car
A Lancaster County woman was rescued Thursday night after she accidentally drove her car into a pond in Manheim Township. Video of the heroic rescue in Pennsylvania was captured by police body camera footage. Much of the United States has been hit with dangerous winter weather over the past few days, resulting in at least 26 deaths and significant power outages reported nationwide.December 25, 2022
Transportation
100-foot section of Cape May Canal train bridge breaks off
A 100-foot-long piece of the Cape May Canal train bridge, next to the Seashore Road Bridge, broke off and is obstructing the waterway in South Jersey. The swing bridge has not been used for the last decade and has gradually been deteriorating. It has been left in the open position in order to allow passageway for boaters. A similar incident involving the rail bridge happened in April. The bridge is owned by NJ Transit.December 25, 2022
Eagles
DeVonta Smith's Grinch-inspired TD celebration, 'stealing' from Salvation Army bucket, brings out humorless critics
During the Philadelphia Eagles 40-34 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Christmas Eve, wide receiver DeVonta Smith celebrated his second touchdown of the night with a Grinch-inspired celebration that used the stadium's Salvation Army bucket as a prop. The breakout wide receiver was criticized on Twitter by some humorless fans, who complained that the celebration was in poor taste. Smith could potentially face a fine from the NFL.December 22, 2022
Development
Five-story apartment building planned for Broad Street Diner lot in South Philly
The site of the Broad Street Diner in South Philadelphia is slated to become a five-story, mixed-use building with 29 apartments and a ground-floor restaurant. It's not yet clear whether the restaurant will be a revamped version of the Broad Street Diner. A demolition permit was issued over the summer for the diner near the intersection of Broad and Ellsworth streets.Just In
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- Choreographer Rennie Harris' new online archive details the history of American street dance
- Heroes and zeroes from Day 6 of Eagles training camp: Jalen Hurts looks solid during short practice
- Human remains found in wooded area of Northeast Philly, police say
