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 23, 2020
Attractions
Roadside America, Pennsylvania's historic 'miniature village,' closes permanently due to COVID-19
Road Side America, dubbed the "greatest miniature village in the world," has permanently shut down the public display that has been a family attraction in Pennsylvania for 85 years. The owners said multiple factors, especially the coronavirus pandemic, resulted in the decision. An auction will be held for various pieces of the display.November 23, 2020
Comcast
Comcast to impose internet data threshold, overage fees in Northeast U.S. in 2021
Comcast will introduce an internet usage threshold of 1.2 terabytes in 14 states and Washington, D.C. starting on Jan. 1. Customers who exceed the limit will be billed an additional $10 for every 50 GB they exceed the threshold. The Philadelphia-based cable giant and internet service provider says only 5% of its customers will be affected.November 23, 2020
Government
Pennsylvania bans alcohol sales at restaurants, bars on Thanksgiving eve
Pennsylvania restaurants and bars will be prohibited from selling beer, wine and liquor on premises on Thanksgiving eve, which is typically the busiest drinking night of the year. Gov. Tom Wolf and Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine announced the decision along a slew of new COVID-19 restrictions on Monday, Nov. 23.November 20, 2020
Prevention
'Our Community, Our Health' campaign providing free health screenings to Philly's African American residents
African-Americans in the Philadelphia area can access free health and nutritional screenings through the "Our Community, Our Health" program, created in partnership between Independence Blue Cross, The Philadelphia Tribune and Family Food.November 20, 2020
Investigations
N.J. man found dead in jail after arrest for targeting ex's Chester County home
Ryan Elliott, 30, was found dead in his Monmouth County jail cell this week after he was charged with attempted murder for allegedly cutting the gas line to a property in Chester County, Pennsylvania, where his ex lived.November 20, 2020
Crime
Philly teen charged with attempted murder in shooting outside Willow Grove Mall
Heyzer Perez-Maldonado, 18, of Philadelphia, is charged with attempted homicide and related offenses in a shooting that occurred outside the Willow Grove Mall on Nov. 15, 2020. The investigation remains active and ongoing with the Abington Police Department.November 20, 2020
Development
Penn plans stunning West Philly lab for energy science and technology
The University of Pennsylvania's Vagelos Laboratory for Energy Science and Technology will be situated at 3200 Walnut St. in West Philadelphia. The facility will be dedicated to advancing sustainability research.November 19, 2020
Senior Health
Severe COVID-19 cases, deaths rising as Philly enters critical pandemic stage
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley reported an increase in severe cases of COVID-19 as the virus continues to surge across the city, Pennsylvania and the United States. Deaths and hospitalizations are both rising, while nursing home cases also are increasing. New restrictions take effect Friday and will remain in place for the rest of the year.November 19, 2020
Business
Grey Lodge Pub in Northeast Philly closes permanently due to COVID-19 impact
The Grey Lodge Pub will close for good as a result of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. The owners of one of the original craft beer bars in Philly, located in the Mayfair neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia, said Thursday that the bar will close permanently as result of the economic impact of COVID-19, which has ravaged restaurants across the city. Lucky Cat Brewing will continue to operate at the Frankford Avenue location.November 19, 2020
Investigations
Three former Philly revenue department employees charged in alleged bribery scheme
Three former employees of Philadelphia's Revenue Department were charged Thursday with accepting thousands of dollars in bribes facilitated through their jobs. Jarredd McQueen, Demarys Natal and Nicole Mixon allegedly deleted debts owed to the city in exchange for payments from taxpayers.Just In
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