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.
November 18, 2021
Environment
Bok Building's newest tenant, Fabscrap, brings textile recycling hub to Philly
Fabscrap, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit for commercial textile recycling, has expanded to Philadelphia with a new location inside the Bok Building. The organization processes fabric waste from businesses and diverts it from landfill. There is also a fabric scrap shop where designers can go to find cheap materials. Volunteers are invited to assisting in processing and sorting fabrics in exchange for free scrap.November 18, 2021
Women's Health
Temple to open hospital for women's health at former cancer treatment facility
Temple University's new women's health hospital will open at 1331 East Wyoming Ave in the Juniata Park section of the city in late 2022, officials said. Temple acquired the property from the Cancer Treatment Centers of America and also plans to move its administrative services to the new campus.November 17, 2021
Investigations
Vials labeled 'smallpox' discovered at Merck lab in Montgomery County prompt FBI investigation
Vials potentially containing the deadly smallpox virus were discovered at Merck lab outside Philadelphia on Tuesday, leading to a temporary lockdown of the facility. The FBI and the CDC have launched an investigation into the frozen vials. Smallpox has been eradicated since 1980, but was once of the deadliest diseases in the world. Only two research facilities are authorized to store the virus.November 17, 2021
Illness
With COVID-19 cases rising, Philly health commissioner encourages smaller Thanksgiving gatherings
An increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the Philadelphia region has health officials concerned about another winter surge. Philly Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole said much of the new spread occurring is among children and teenagers who are not yet vaccinated.November 16, 2021
Odd News
Pennsylvania family's missing cat found three months later, more than 200 miles away
A cat that went missing from Williamsport, Pennsylvania in early August was located more than three months later in Fort Plain, New York — a distance of more than 200 miles away. The Montgomery County SPCA in New York reunited Dex, a black cat, with his family last week and said the happy ending is a reminder that pet owners should get their animals microchipped.November 16, 2021
Food & Drink
Pennsylvania residents can enter PLCB lotteries for 425 bottles of rare whiskey
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board is holding a series of five lotteries for rare, limited-release whiskey bottles that will be available to state residents and licensees. The 425 bottles, which winners gain the right to purchase, include bourbon and rye whiskey from Kentucky's Buffalo Trace distillery. The deadline to enter the lotteries is Friday, Nov. 19 at 5 p.m.November 16, 2021
Investigations
West Wildwood police officer charged with burglary, making terroristic threats
A West Wildwood police officers has been charged with burglary and making terroristic threats in alleged incident on Nov. 14, Cape May County prosecutors said. Dylan Keenan-Hannum, 30, of Del Haven, was sent to the county jail after his arrest amid an ongoing investigation. Authorities say the incident happened in Lower Township.November 16, 2021
Investigations
John Dougherty resigns as head of IBEW Local 98 after conviction on corruption charges
Labor union leader John Dougherty has resigned as the business manager of the powerful International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 98, which he has led since 1993. Dougherty and Philadelphia City Councilmember Bobby Henon were convicted Monday in a federal corruption case that examined how their relationship influenced politics at City Hall.November 15, 2021
NFL
Steelers' Najee Harris channels Donovan McNabb's ignorance of NFL tie rules
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris was unaware that NFL games could end in ties after Sunday's 16-16 finish against the Detroit Lions. Harris, a rookie, could be forgiven for not knowing the professional rules, but his ignorance is reminder of the time veteran Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb had no idea a tie was possible after a 13-13 end to a 2008 game against the Bengals.November 15, 2021
Food & Drink
Oldestone steakhouse opens inside historic Bucks County church built in 1872
Oldestone, a new steakhouse and jazz bar in Bucks County, has opened inside the nineteenth century Methodist church in New Hope that formerly served as Marsha Brown's. The restaurant features a menu of New American cuisine with creole dishes carried over from Marsha Brown's recipe collection.Just In
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