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.
May 4, 2020
Food & Drink
Philly's Laser Wolf named one of GQ's 2020 Best Restaurants in America
Laser Wolf, the latest concept from Philadelphia restaurateur Michael Solomonov, was named one of the best new restaurants in the United States in 2020 by GQ magazine.May 4, 2020
Illness
Philly expands criteria for COVID-19 testing as supplies become more available
An influx of COVID-19 testing supplies and laboratory capacity now means anyone in Philadelphia with symptoms of the virus is encouraged to seek testing. Mayor Jim Kenney and health commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley also said too many residents are still not wearing masks while out in public.May 1, 2020
Prisons
Death-row inmate in Bucks County killing dies in prison, officials say
Jacob P. Sullivan, on death row in the 2016 killing of 14-year-old Grace Packer, died from a cardiac-related emergency on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Sullivan and Sara Paker, Packer's adoptive mother, raped and tortured the girl in Bucks County before dismembering her body and disposing of the remains in the woods northeastern Pennsylvania.May 1, 2020
Recreation
Philadelphia pools won't open this summer amid COVID-19 crisis
Philadelphia's public pools will remain closed for the entirety of 2020 in response to the coronavirus pandemic. City officials cited budget cuts and public health concerns as the reasons for the decision.May 1, 2020
Health News
Health Hero Match app co-developed by Penn student wins international hackathon
Hero Health Match is a medical staffing marketplace designed to meet hospital demand for health care workers during local COVID-19 surges. Alexa Spagnola, a junior at the University of Pennsylvania, is part of the global team that built the platform during the 2020 Annual NYUAD International Hackathon for Social Good in the Arab World.May 1, 2020
Investigations
Jersey Shore gym busted for allegedly sneaking in guests during COVID-19 crisis
The owner of Anytime Fitness in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, was charged with four counts of violating the state's coronavirus stay-at-home order. Janice Lauria, who was warned several times, secretly let people into the gym through a side door, police said.April 30, 2020
Eagles
Vikings' Justin Jefferson says Eagles, other teams will 'pay' for passing on him in NFL Draft
The Philadelphia Eagles defied mock drafts in 2020, choosing TCU's Jalen Reagor over LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson, who was selected with the next pick by the MInnesota Vikings. Jefferson won't forget the teams that passed on him.April 30, 2020
Business
Bucks County company acquires struggling Boston Market chain
Boston Market was acquired by Engage Brands, a Bucks County-based company led by real estate investor Jignesh Pandya. The chain, established in 1984, began to struggle in recent years under Florida-based Sun Capital Partners.April 30, 2020
Weather
High wind warning in effect in Philly as vigorous storm system enters region
A High Wind Warning will be in effect for the Philadelphia area on Thursday, April 30, until 8 p.m. A powerful storm system will move through the Delaware Valley, bringing heavy rainfall into Friday.April 30, 2020
Law Enforcement
Philly increases citation fines for individuals, businesses during coronavirus stay-at-home order
Philadelphia residents and business will face steeper fines for violating the city's stay-at-home order during the coronavirus crisis. The health department's new guideline includes up to $500 penalties for individuals and up to $2,000 penalties for businesses.Just In
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- Sleeping in on weekends may benefit teenagers' mental health
- Frequent online shopping is tied to higher stress levels, study shows
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