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.
December 27, 2019
Nature
Lost for a century, endangered Jersey Shore plant species makes impressive comeback
An endangered plant species once considered "lost" from New Jersey flora made an impressive comeback in 2019, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection.December 27, 2019
Lottery
South Jersey Powerball player wins $1 million on Christmas Day
A shopper who purchased a Powerball ticket in Gloucester County had a Merry Christmas to the tune of $1 million, New Jersey Lottery officials announced.December 27, 2019
Lawsuits
Wawa faces class-action lawsuit for massive data breach
At least six plaintiffs, including a New Jersey woman and a Florida man, have filed a class-action lawsuit against Wawa in the wake of a massive data breach that potentially exposed the credit and debit information of customers across the company's territory.December 27, 2019
Recycling
How and where to recycle your Christmas tree in Philly
Philadelphia's Christmas Tree Recycling Program offers plenty of convenient options for city residents to dispose of their trees. Recycling locations throughout Philadelphia will be accepting drop-offs in January.December 26, 2019
Eagles
Eagles' DeSean Jackson shares speedy practice video on Christmas
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson would be eligible to return to the field if the Eagles reach the divisional round of the NFC playoffs. Jackson shared a video on his Instagram of an encouraging workout as he continues to rehab from surgery.December 26, 2019
Illness
Proton therapy lessens cancer treatment's side effects compared to traditional radiation, Penn study finds
Penn researchers have demonstrated that proton therapy reduces the likelihood of adverse affects among cancer patients also being treated with chemotherapy. The study compared proton therapy patients to those receiving traditional photon radiation.December 26, 2019
Accidents
Virginia man dies in skiing accident at Pa.'s Bear Creek Mountain Resort
Matthew Rosenstein, 23, of Arlington, Virginia, died this week after a skiiing accident at Bear Creek Mountain Resort in the Lehigh Valley, according to authorities.December 26, 2019
Investigations
Ambler man accused of killing father at family home
Maximillian Han, 27, allegedly killed his father at the family's home in Ambler on Dec. 23, 2019. Han is charged with murder and related offenses.December 25, 2019
Eagles
Former Eagle LeSean McCoy shows love for breakout rookie Miles Sanders
Philadelphia Eagles rookie running back Miles Sanders has had an impressive first campaign in the NFL, powering the team's offense down a stretch run that has them on the precipice of an improbable division title.December 25, 2019
Real Estate
Site of South Philly refinery shuttered by explosion will attract heavy interest, report says
The future of the former Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery has driven significant interest as the 1,300-acre property becomes available after an explosion and bankruptcy shuttered it in the summer of 2019.Just In
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