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.
September 21, 2023
Prevention
The first Lyme disease vaccine in 20 years is nearly here, and others may be on their way
Lyme disease vaccines have not been available since 2002, when Lymerix was pulled off the market in the U.S. But Pfizer and Valneva SE have a shot in late clinical trials, and Penn Medicine is among others developing new vaccines. Lyme disease cases, caused by deer ticks, have doubled in the U.S. since 2000, according to the CDC.September 20, 2023
Transportation
Philly's airport ranks worst in customer satisfaction for third straight year
Philadelphia International Airport was ranked the worst large airport in North America for the third straight year by J.D. Power's annual traveler satisfaction survey. Although PHL's score improved this year, the state of the airport's terminals and other infrastructure continue to keep it at the bottom of the rankings. PHL CEO Atif Saeed said upgrades to terminals and other public areas are top priorities to improve the travel experience.September 19, 2023
Investigations
Former Eagle Dion Lewis arrested for allegedly refusing to leave Florida casino
Dion Lewis, a star running back at the University of Pittsburgh, was charged with trespassing after he allegedly caused a disturbance at a the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa in Florida. Lewis played 10 seasons in the NFL with the Eagles, Patriots, Titans and Giants. He appeared in two Super Bowls with the Patriots, winning one.September 19, 2023
Social Media
Wildwood police warn promoters of H2oi car rally not to return after last year's deadly pop-up event
Wildwood police are warning organizers and promoters of the unsanctioned H2oi car rally not to return to the city this year. At last year's event on Sept. 24, two people were killed and several others were injured as a result of unruly behavior connected to the pop-up car meet, which brought hundreds of drivers to the city. Four people were charged with crimes in connection with last year's car rally.September 18, 2023
Business
Korshak Bagels, the acclaimed South Philly shop that opened during the pandemic, will close permanently this weekend
Korshak Bagels, the acclaimed South Philly bagel shop, will close for good on Sept. 24. Owner Phil Korshak shared a letter on Instagram explaining that the business can no longer function as it was intended to operate. It opened in 2020 at 1700 S. 10th St. The shop's last day of business will be Sunday, Sept. 24.September 18, 2023
Arts & Culture
Mütter Museum asks the public to weigh in on ethical battle over displaying human remains
Philadelphia's Mütter Museum has been undergoing an ethical review of its medical oddities, including preserved human remains. The museum's leadership has launched a new public engagement project, "Postmortem: Mütter Museum," that will include town hall discussions, workshops and other feedback methods. Organizers behind a petition called Protect the Mütter say the museum's new leaders are undermining the medical history museum's heritage and appeal.September 15, 2023
Investigations
Boston Market may reopen 27 New Jersey stores that closed for labor violations
The 27 Boston Market restaurants that were shut down for labor violations in New Jersey last month are allowed to reopen, state officials said. The company repaid more than $630,000 to 314 workers who had gone months without receiving the wages they were owed.September 15, 2023
Social Media
Vikings player Alexander Mattison says he received racist messages from fans after the team's loss to Eagles
Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison said he received dozens of racist messages after the team's 34-28 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on 'Thursday Night Football.' The Vikings and the NFL issues statements condemning the online harassment.September 13, 2023
Business
South Jersey's Red Lion Diner abruptly closes after 50-year run
Red Lion Diner in Southampton, New Jersey has permanently closed and will be replaced by a Super Wawa. The diner has been near the Red Lion Circle at the intersection of Route 70 and Route 206 for the last 50 years. The owners said they had planned to build a new diner there, but the economic landscape since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted those plans.September 12, 2023
Music
History of Philly's Electric Factory to be displayed in upcoming Drexel exhibit
A Drexel University exhibit about Philadelphia's Electric Factory concert venue will showcase photos, posters, guitars and other mementos that tell the story of how a group of promoters shaped the live music scene in the city and beyond. The exhibition will run from Sept. 22 through Dec. 30 at the Paul Peck Alumni Center Gallery.Just In
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