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.
October 18, 2015
SEPTA
Boa constrictor gets loose on SEPTA bus
A man who boarded SEPTA's Route 52 bus in West Philadelphia took his pet snake, a 4-foot-long boa constrictor, on board with him Sunday afternoon, concealing the reptile under a jacket as it wrapped itself cozily around his neck.October 18, 2015
Accidents
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on Roosevelt Boulevard
A 66-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle Sunday afternoon in the Olney section of Philadelphia after stepping into the roadway on Roosevelt Boulevard.October 18, 2015
Farming
Man shatters Pennsylvania state record with 2,020-pound pumpkin
Back in 2008, after being named "Giant Pumpkin Commonwealth Grower of the Year" by the Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers organization, Quinn Werner predicted that he would someday surpass the 1,475.2-pound personal best behemoth he submitted that year.October 15, 2015
Health News
Montco gives pharmacies green light for Narcan without prescription
Officials in Montgomery County announced Thursday that a countywide standing order will now allow pharmacies to begin dispensing the life-saving anti-overdose drug naloxone without a prescription.October 15, 2015
Science
Penn State astronomer leads team to examine anomalous star
A mysterious star tucked between two constellations in the Northern hemisphere sky has astronomers scratching their heads in search of answers.October 15, 2015
Investigations
N.J. school crossing guard, board member busted for child pornography
A school crossing guard and member of the Magnolia School District Board of Education was arrested and charged Thursday for possession and distribution of child pornography, according to Camden County Prosecutors.October 15, 2015
Venues
Illustrious North Star Bar closing doors after 35 years
The North Star Bar, one of Philadelphia's most emblematic rock & roll rooms, will close its doors on Saturday to make way for a converted bar & restaurant, ending its run as a treasured home and prized gig for aspiring musicians.October 15, 2015
Health News
$2.1M federal grant goes to Philly-based nursing center consortium
The Philadelphia-based National Nursing Center Coalition has been selected to receive up to $2.1 million over four years to participate in a patient data initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.October 15, 2015
Airlines
Final US Airways flight departs Friday from Philadelphia
The final U.S. Airways flight, symbolically completing the merger with American Airlines, will depart from Philadelphia international Airport Friday morning on its way to three destinations.October 14, 2015
Mergers
Chemical Heritage Foundation to merge with San Francisco-based Life Sciences Foundation
Philadelphia's Chemical Heritage Foundation announced Wednesday it will merge with the Life Sciences Foundation of San Francisco, combining efforts to cover the history of the chemical sciences, life sciences, biotechnology, and engineering.Just In
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