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.
July 1, 2019
Fireworks
1,700 recalled Pennsylvania fireworks are 'overloaded with pyrotechnics,' officials warn
A fireworks distributor in Pennsylvania and two other states has recalled nearly 1,700 hazardous explosives that were "overloaded with pyrotechnics," the Consumer Product Safety Board announced.July 1, 2019
Sixers
Best Twitter reactions to Sixers' barrage of moves in NBA free agency
The Philadelphia 76ers jumped out of the gate in NBA free agency with several big moves, including re-signing Tobias Harris, adding Al Horford and trading Jimmy Butler to Miami for Josh Richardson.June 28, 2019
Nature
Massive freshwater reservoir found off coast of New Jersey
Scientists have discovered an enormous aquifer buried underneath the Atlantic Ocean, revealing a freshwater reservoir that could become an invaluable natural resource.June 28, 2019
Schools
Pennsylvania bill would create telecommute option for school snow days
Pennsylvania lawmakers are proposing a way to transform school snow days into virtual classroom sessions from home. Senate Bill 440 would provide an opt-in program for flexible instruction days during inclement weather.June 28, 2019
Development
Pennsylvania bill calls for demolition of Allentown State Hospital
A bill awaiting the signature of Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf would order the demolition of the century-old Allentown State Hospital, the former psychiatric facility recently featured in director M. Night Shyamalan's "Glass."June 28, 2019
Road Closures
2019 Wawa Welcome America Festival: Road closures, restrictions and SEPTA information
The Wawa Welcome America Festival returns to Philadelphia in 2019 with six days of events running from Saturday, June 29 through the Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4.June 27, 2019
Investigations
Feds charge 22 people in alleged Atlantic City heroin-trafficking ring
Twenty-two people are facing criminal charges for their alleged involvement in a heroin-trafficking organization in Atlantic City, federal authorities announced Wednesday.June 27, 2019
Film
Director Kevin Smith fires back at critics who say he's lost his touch
Director Kevin Smith plans to release "Jay and Silent Bob Reboot" before the end of 2019. His critics think his recent films haven't measured up to the early success he had as an indie filmmaker in the 1990's.June 27, 2019
Health News
Pennsylvania issues cease and desist letter for closure of Hahnemann Hospital
Hahnemann University Hospital has been ordered to cease and desist plans to begin closing down operations at the Center City facility. The Philadelphia hospital announced it would shut down operations fully by Sept. 6, 2019.June 27, 2019
Nature
Salem Oak Tree keepsakes available to visitors of fallen 500-year-old relic
Admirers of the 500-year-old Salem Oak Tree that fell to the ground in June 2019 can now own keepsakes, including leaves and branches, to preserve their memory of the majestic tree in South Jersey.Just In
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