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.
March 4, 2021
Murals
With Fishtown mural, Sixers' Matisse Thybulle will benefit Philly parks
Philadelphia 76ers forward Matisse Thybulle has partnered with Red Bull on a mural in Fishtown and an initiative to raise money for the Philadephia Parks & Recreation Department. Every steal he records this season will generate a $250 donation to improve basketball courts in the city. Thybulle's new mural, spray-painted by Philadelphia artist Gloss Black, located at Garage on East Girard Avenue.March 3, 2021
Eagles
Former Eagle LeSean McCoy reflects on Andy Reid not making him tuck the football
LeSean McCoy's interesting running technique — carrying the ball out to his side in the open field — used to drive Philadelphia Eagles fans crazy. In an interview on CBS Sports' "All Things Covered" podcast, McCoy explained that former Eagles coach Andy Reid never went out of his way to make McCoy carry the ball more securely.March 3, 2021
Lawsuits
Philly, suburbs sue Pennsylvania to defend their plastic bag bans
Philadelphia, Narberth, West Chester and Lower Merion are challenging a state measure in court to be able to enforce bans on single-use plastics that are currently prohibited by action last year from the Pennsylvania General Assembly. If Philadelphia's ban moves forward, the law would take effect on July 7, 2021.March 3, 2021
Investigations
North Philly 'pill mill' doctor gets prison in sex-for-drugs case
Myron Rodos, 80, of Ambler, will spend five years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges that he illegally distributed oxycodone and methadone at his North Philadelphia practice in exchange for sex and cash.March 3, 2021
Travel
Airlines resume nonstop flights from Philadelphia to popular destinations
Multiple airlines are resuming nonstop flights from Philadelphia International Airport to several popular vacation destinations in anticipation of a busier spring and summer. American Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier, Spirit and Southwest all announced plans to increase service.March 3, 2021
Business
Pennsylvania creates $145 million COVID-19 relief program for hospitality industry
Pennsylvania's COVID-19 Hospitality Industry Recovery Program will provide $145 million in grants to businesses statewide impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.March 2, 2021
Restrictions
Philly approves plan to bring fans back to sports venues
Philadelphia sports fans will be permitted to return to Flyers and Sixers games at the Wells Fargo Center beginning on March 7. At each game, 3,100 spectators will be allowed. The change took place after Philadelphia aligned its guidelines with new occupancy limits set by Pennsylvania. Phillies fans also will be able to attend games at Citizens Bank Park when the season begins in April.March 2, 2021
Television
Rob McElhenney teases photo outside Paddy's Pub as fans await return of 'Always Sunny'
Rob McElhenney, co-creator of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," shared a picture of himself outside the filming location of Paddy's Pub. Fans of the FXX series are eagerly awaiting word on a timeline for the sitcom's 15th season.March 2, 2021
Investigations
Three teens sought in brutal attack on Norristown pizza shop owner
Norristown police are searching for three teenagers accused of assaulting the owner of Mama Venezia's Pizzeria on Feb. 19, 2021. Arrest warrants have been issued for brothers Justin and Kevin Cassidy, of Aston, and Justin Croson, of Seven Valleys. All three suspects are 19 years old.March 1, 2021
Health News
FTC backs off objection to Jefferson-Einstein merger in North Philly
Jefferson Health and Albert Einstein Healthcare Network are on track to complete a merger of their systems in North Philadelphia, adding four Einstein hospitals to the Jefferson network. The Federal Trade Commission, which previously had sued to block the merger, will not appeal the case after it was dismissed late last year.Just In
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