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 2, 2021
Weather
In Philly suburbs, Ida leaves 3 people dead amid historic flooding, storm damage
The remnants of Hurricane Ida left extensive damage and widespread flooding across the Philadelphia suburbs as officials in Montgomery, Chester, Bucks and Delaware counties assessed the toll of the powerful storm. The National Weather services is investigating multiple reported tornadoes and state officials said at least 1,000 water rescue events have been recorded in the last 24 hours.September 2, 2021
Weather
As Ida wreaks havoc, beaver filmed swimming along flooded Pennsylvania road
As the remnants of Hurricane Ida brought heavy rainfall and storms to the Northeast, a beaver was spotted swimming down a flooded road in west central Pennsylvania on Wednesday. The beaver was spotted between Ebensburg and Colver, in Cambria County, and a video of the encounter was uploaded to Facebook.September 2, 2021
Investigations
Bullets fired by Sharon Hill police likely killed Fanta Bility, 8, outside Delco football stadium, D.A. says
The 8-year-old girl fatally shot in Sharon Hill after the football game at Academy Park High School on Aug. 27 likely was struck by gunfire from police officers, the Delaware County District Attorney said Thursday. The shooting, which happened after the game against Pennsbury, appears to have stemmed from a driveby shooting. Bility and three others, including her 13-year-old sister, were struck by responsive gunfire from police, according to a preliminary investigation.September 1, 2021
Illness
A pill to treat COVID-19? Pfizer takes next step in study of Tamiflu-like drug
Pfizer is working on an oral, antiviral medication that could be taken at home to reduce the severity of COVID-19 symptoms. The drug is entering the next stage of clinical trials and could become an important tool in reducing the severity of disease in people who have a coronavirus infection. It could also be a lifeline for those who are unable to receive COVID-19 vaccines, which will remain the primary preventative measure in the pandemic.September 1, 2021
Investigations
Philly man arrested for allegedly firing stolen gun during road rage incident on Garden State Parkway
Wellingthon Ayala-Peralta, 36, of Philadelphia, was charged with multiple offenses in an alleged road rage shooting on the Garden State Parkway on Aug. 24, 2021. Ayala-Paralta allegedly fired two shots into the sky using a stolen gun and was driving while intoxicated, police said.September 1, 2021
Weather
Ida remnants put Philly region on high alert for flooding, severe storms
The remnants of Hurricane Ida are expected to bring heavy rainfall, flash flooding and severe weather to the Philadelphia area and the Mid-Atlantic region on Wednesday and Thursday. The National Weather Service warns excessive rain totaling between two and six inches could hit parts of southeastern Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley, which have been hit with severe weather and flooding several times this summer.September 1, 2021
Shopping
Primark opening at Fashion District Philadelphia this month
Fast fashion retailer Primark will open at Fashion District Philadelphia on Sept. 16, 2021. The store will be Primark's third to open in Pennsylvania and will bring 350 jobs to the Center City mall.August 31, 2021
Investigations
Pennsylvania man attempted to steal $400,000 in COVID-19 relief funds, prosecutors allege
Hayes D. Horner, Jr., 67, of Berwick, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to a wire fraud scheme in which he attempted to obtain more than $400,000 in COVID-19 relief funds through the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, federal prosecutors said. Horner, who owns a towing company in Columbia County, allegedly worked with co-conspirators and was able to receive some of the approved loan funds.August 31, 2021
Food & Drink
Eagles' Dallas Goedert, Avonte Maddox star in Wawa commercial
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert and cornerback Avonte Maddox star in a new Wawa commercial promoting the convenience chain's delivery service. In the commercial, Goedert and Maddox plan a fantasy football draft together and order Wawa for the guys in their league.August 31, 2021
TV
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' may have scenes in Ireland in Season 15
A casting agency in Ireland recently posted a listing for a "Danny DeVito double" to appear in a scene of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" in Dublin. The FXX series is currently in production for its 15th season after the coronavirus pandemic put the show on temporary hiatus. A release date has not yet been set.Just In
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