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.
February 2, 2021
Food & Drink
Yuengling's new mango-flavored Raging Eagle pilsner is 'disrupting the beer scene,' brewer says
Pennsylvania-based Yuengling has debuted Raging Eagle Mango Beer, a 6% ABV pilsner brewed with natural fruit flavor and classic hops. The beer is now available in 24-ounce cans and will be released in other pack configurations later in 2021, as the company prepares to expand to western states.February 1, 2021
Weather
Nor'easter leaves Pa. woman dead of hypothermia; three others killed in disagreement over snow removal
As a nor'easter sweeps across Pennsylvania, a 67-year-old Allentown woman was found dead in the street from hypothermia on Monday morning, according to the Lehigh County Coroner's Office. In Luzerne County, a husband and wife were shot to death by a neighbor over a disagreement about snow removal, prosecutors say. The shooter was found dead a short time later inside his home in Plains Township.February 1, 2021
Investigations
Bucks County man in viral video of U.S. Capitol riot charged with assaulting police officer
Ryan Samsel, 37, of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, has been charged for his alleged involvement in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6 in Washington, D.C. Samsel is accused of toppling a police barricade and opening a path for rioters to approach the Capitol, as well as knocking a police officer to the ground. The officer suffered a concussion as a result.February 1, 2021
Food & Drink
Tacodelphia owner to open Wildwood restaurant at former Backfin location
Santorini, a new Mediterranean restaurant, will open in Wildwood in April 2021. The concept, led by Tacodelphia owner Florian Furxhiu, will replace the former Backfin Blues Bar & Grill at 517 West Rio Grande Ave.February 1, 2021
Investigations
As Philly Fighting COVID probe continues, city turns toward next steps for vaccination
Philadelphia officials are working to correct course on the city's COVID-19 vaccination plan after breaking ties with Philly Fighting COVID and the resignation of deputy health commissioner Dr. Caroline Johnson. An expanded health department vaccine team has been assembled to better execute and communicate the city's vaccine plan to various stakeholders.January 29, 2021
Courts
New Jersey woman claims Acme Markets discriminated against her for pumping breast milk
A New Jersey woman filed a discrimination lawsuit against Acme Markets over allegations that her employer failed to provide reasonable accommodations for her to pump breast milk. The woman was fired from an Acme in Ortley Beach, Ocean County, and claims she was verbally harassed by her supervisor.January 29, 2021
Obituaries
John Chaney, legendary Temple basketball coach, dies at 89
Former Temple University basketball coach John Chaney, a pillar of the basketball community in Philadelphia and beyond, has died at 89 years old. Chaney is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and was a mentor to countless college and NBA standouts.January 29, 2021
Media
Marc Farzetta returns to Philly sports talk with online show
Philly sports radio host Marc Farzetta new weekday morning streaming show, "The Farzy Show with Marc Farzetta," debuts on Monday, Feb. 1. from 6-7a.m. The show is available on YouTube, Twitch, Twitter and Facebook.January 29, 2021
Government
Philly Fighting COVID CEO taunts city health commissioner as Mayor Kenney stands by him
Philly Fighting COVID CEO Andrei Doroshin urged Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley to step down in the wake of the city's split from its former vaccine partner. The start-up company is facing a slew of troubling allegations. Mayor Jim Kenney stood by Farley in a letter on Friday, but said the health department must make changes and produce a report on what led to the ill-fated partnership.January 28, 2021
Art
Renowned artist Maya Lin to install sculpture at new Penn Pavilion
The Penn Pavilion, opening in West Philadelphia in 2021, will feature an art installation from renowned designer and architect Maya Lin, the woman behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washingon, D.C. The hospital will include 500 patient rooms once completed.Just In
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