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 12, 2020
Illness
Six Chester County police officers possibly exposed to coronavirus
The Chester County Health Department is monitoring the cases of six police officers, including four from West Goshen, who had direct contact with an officer in Montgomery County who has been diagnosed with coronavirus. As of March 12, Chester County has not had any confirmed cases of COVID-19.March 12, 2020
Food & Drink
Man's Wawa vs. Sheetz rant claims to give 'unbiased' view on convenience stores
The perennial debate over which Pennsylvania convenience store chain is better — Wawa or Sheetz — is answered by a man who believes his view is unclouded by regional favoritism.March 12, 2020
Art
Wire artist installs Danny DeVito sculpture in South Philly
A wire sculpture of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" star Danny DeVito is hanging in South Philadelphia thanks to a gift from Baltimore street artist Bmore Reed. The sculpture is dangling from a power line at the intersection of Broad Street and Washington Avenue.March 12, 2020
Podcasts
Joe Rogan's podcast goes in-depth on coronavirus pandemic with infectious disease expert
Infectious disease epidemiologist Michael Osterholm joined the "Joe Rogan Experience" on March 11, 2020 to discuss the coronavirus pandemic. Osterholm is the director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy. and the author of, "Deadliest Enemy: Our War Against Deadly Germs."March 11, 2020
Phillies
Phillies reliever Seranthony Dominguez suffers setback on elbow injury
Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez may miss the start of the 2020 season after aggravated an elbow strain that cost him the second half of last season. Dominguez was expected to be one of the Phillies' better options out of the bullpen.March 11, 2020
Illness
Expanded telehealth services are needed as coronavirus spreads, Jefferson doc says
Telemedicine could become an important containment strategy for the coronavirus pandemic, according to Dr. Judd Hollander of Jefferson Health's Emergency Medicine Department. Hollander argues that telehealth coordination will limit the exposure risk for providers, patients and the general public as COVID-19 spreads.March 11, 2020
Investigations
Drunken Pennsylvania man allegedly tried to kiss state troopers
Michael Alan Schaffer, 41, was charged with aggravated assault and related offenses after an altercation with Pennsylvania State Police troopers in Punxsutawney on March 2. Investigators said Schaffer made multiple attempts to kiss the troopers before a struggle broke out during an attempt to restrain him.March 11, 2020
Business
The Palm steakhouse closes after 31 years in Center City
The Palm, known for its caricatures on the walls, has closed for business in Center City. The Philadelphia location of the the New York City steakhouse operated on South Broad Street for 31 years.March 10, 2020
Public Transit
SEPTA keeps $2.50 base cash fare in proposed restructuring plan
SEPTA's fare restructuring plan will require 10 public hearings throughout the region to discuss the transit agency's proposal. SEPTA last increased fares in May 2017.March 10, 2020
Illness
Coronavirus and colleges: Penn, Temple, West Chester U. switch to online classes for rest of spring semester
Colleges in the Philadelphia area are combating the spread of the coronavirus by moving classes online, extending spring breaks, and restricting gatherings on campus in the coming weeks and months. Penn, Temple, Drexel, Villanova, Jefferson and more are releasing information on their response at websites dedicated to COVID-19 resources. Most colleges already have canceled sponsored trips and classes overseas in the wake of COVID-19. Those who are returning from international travel, or planing to travel, are being required to self-monitor at home for 14 days before returning to campus. The same is asked of visitors.Just In
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