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 23, 2019
Investigations
Allentown teen charged in razor attack on girl at Dorney Park
Jorge Otero Jr., 18, of Allentown, allegedly slashed a juvenile girl with a razor and bit another man at Dorney Park on Oct. 20, 2019. He faces aggravated assault charges, police said.October 23, 2019
Jobs
Yard House sports bar hiring ahead of opening at Willow Grove mall
Yard House at the Willow Grove mall is hiring for more than 200 positions between Oct. 28 and Nov. 15, 2019. The sports bar in Montgomery County is expected to open by the end of 2019.October 22, 2019
NBA
Raptors' Kyle Lowry wears 'North Philly' shoes during NBA opening night warm-up
Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry wore "North Philly" sneakers during warm-ups on the NBA's opening night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Lowry, a former Villanova standout, grew up in North Philadelphia.October 22, 2019
Odd News
Pennsylvania auction house set to sell record-breaking 'Star Wars' toy
A rare prototype of a "Star Wars" Boba Fett action figure could set a world record in that category when it's auctioned next month in Pennsylvania.October 22, 2019
Odd News
Chester police investigate van that mysteriously wound up in Delaware River
Police in Chester are trying to determine how a van wound up in the Delaware River on Tuesday morning.October 22, 2019
Eagles
Seahawks blog predicts Eagles game will get bumped from 'Sunday Night Football'
The Philadelphia Eagles "Sunday Night Football" game against the.Seattle Seahawks on Nov. 24 could get bumped from prime time. The NFL's flex scheduling rules enable another game to be swapped in, which may happen if the Eagles continue to struggle.October 22, 2019
Mental Health
A specialized brain cell could be a root cause of OCD and anxiety, especially in women
Scientists have identified a potentially linked type of cell that plays a critical role during development in the womb. Lower levels of this cell type may play a role in the eventual onset of anxiety disorders. Anxiety disorders affect more than 40 million adults in the United States, making them the most common mental illness in the country.October 21, 2019
Investigations
Teen charged in 2017 sexual assault at Norristown Farm Park
Mason Hall, 19, was charged with sexual assault in the rape of a woman who was jogging at Norristown Farm Park on Aug. 1, 2017. Investigators used DNA evidence to help solve the crime after more than two years.October 21, 2019
Eagles
Rex Ryan slams Eagles coach Doug Pederson, claims dad Buddy would have beaten Cowboys
The Philadelphia Eagles are entering what figures to be a week from hell after Sunday night's deflating 37-10 loss to the NFC East rival Dallas Cowboys.October 21, 2019
Addiction
Pennsylvania strikes $48 billion opioid epidemic deal with 5 companies
Pennsylvania and three other states have reached a $8 billion deal with five companies over their roles in fueling the deadly opioid epidemic, Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced.Just In
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