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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

March 10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Bench in Rittenhouse Square to honor late WMMR DJ Pierre Robert

by Michael Tanenbaum

Late WMMR host Pierre Robert, who died in October, will be memorialized with a bench in Rittenhouse Square. His career in Philly radio spanned four decades. He posted a photo from a bench in the park three days before his death.

March 10, 2026

Development

Rowan University's $690 million campus expansion to include homes, a wellness village and a manufacturing center

by Michael Tanenbaum

Rowan University will develop 220 acres in Glassboro and Harrison Township as part of a $690 million plan to expand its campus in South Jersey. The project will include hundreds of homes, a wellness village and a new center for manufacturing innovation.

March 6, 2026

Government

Montgomery County resolution blocks ICE from using property it owns

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Montgomery County Board of Commissioners has adopted a resolution restricting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement from using county-owned property for detention centers, staging areas and other operations.

March 6, 2026

Business

Customers at some Chinatown businesses can now park for $5 at Fashion District garage

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Parking Authority has a new voucher program in Chinatown that allows customers of six businesses to park at the Autopark Fashion District garage for $5. The Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corp. hopes to grow the program.

March 6, 2026

Business

Grocery Outlet to close 36 stores, including 2 in Philly

by Michael Tanenbaum

Grocery Bargain Outlet Market is closing its stores in South Philly and Northeast Philly as part of a plan to shutter three dozen underperforming locations nationwide. Other stores are closing in Chester County and South Jersey.

March 5, 2026

Business

Large section of Willow Grove Park Mall listed for sale in Montgomery County

by Michael Tanenbaum

A large portion of the Willow Grove Park Mall, long owned by PREIT, will be sold by the firm's lender after a $170 million loan reached maturity. The mall in Montgomery County is one the region's top-performing shopping destinations.

March 4, 2026

Development

As Navy Yard's first apartments open, planners see a new neighborhood coming to life

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Navy Yard's first residential community will begin leasing in April, marking a major milestone for the former military base in South Philadelphia. AVE Navy Yard will bring 614 apartments to the campus, which is already a job hub.

March 4, 2026

Entertainment

Wrexham AFC, the soccer club co-owned by Rob Mac, returns to Philly region this summer

by Michael Tanenbaum

Welsh soccer club Wrexham AFC is coming to the Philly region for a game against the Premier League's Sunderland AFC on Aug. 2. The club is owned by Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds, and has been rising up the ranks of English football.

March 4, 2026

Transportation

SEPTA gets $5.5 million in federal funding to enhance World Cup service

by Michael Tanenbaum

As SEPTA gets ready for the World Cup this summer, it is getting $5.5 million in federal funding to increase and improve service. SEPTA plans to increase bus service on multiple routes for the FIFA FanFest in Lemon Hill and add more Broad Street Line subway trips to games at Lincoln Financial Field.

March 4, 2026

Business

Vince's Pizzeria to close Fishtown shop on Frankford Avenue

by Michael Tanenbaum

Vince's Pizzeria in Fishtown, at 965 Frankford Ave., will close on March 20 after five years in the neighborhood. The family-owned business has locations in Northeast Philly and Newtown, Bucks County, that will remain open.