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.
May 30, 2024
Government
Ocean City leaders say police need more power in wake of boardwalk stabbing
Cape May County officials are seeking to give police in Ocean City and other shore towns more power to better manage the crowds of juveniles and young adults who have been responsible for disturbances on the beaches and boardwalks in recent years. Over Memorial Day weekend, a 15-year-old boy was stabbed on the boardwalk.May 30, 2024
Development
Amazon gets zoning approval for massive data center campus in Luzerne County
Amazon has received zoning approval to construct a new data center campus near two nuclear power plants in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The facility would be for Amazon Web Services, the subsidiary that offers cloud computing services to a wide range of organizations.May 29, 2024
Transportation
Bensalem's red-light cameras issued a 'shocking' number of warnings during their grace period, police say
Red-light cameras at two intersections in Bensalem Township will begin recording violations that result in $100 fines for drivers starting June 1. During a 60-grace period, there were more than 7,500 warning notices generated by the cameras at the intersections of Street and Knights roads and Route 1 and Old Lincoln Highway.May 29, 2024
Social Media
Kylie Kelce confronted at shore by belligerent woman upset she couldn't get a photo
Kylie Kelce, the wife of former Eagle Jason Kelce, defended herself against an aggressive fan who became belligerent after the couple declined to pose for a photo with her family in Margate. Tthe incident was caught on video. Atlantic County Commissioner Amy Gatto went on social media to let the Kelces know they're always welcome in the area.May 28, 2024
Crime
Cape May County leaders' warning after chaotic Memorial Day weekend: 'Bad actions will not be tolerated'
Multiple incidents in Wildwood and Ocean City disrupted a busy Memorial Day weekend, prompting local leaders to denounce the unruly behavior that has become an annual problem for Jersey Shore communities. Cape May County leaders have vowed to take a tough approach to crowds of juveniles.May 28, 2024
Investigations
U.S. Marshals arrest fourth suspect in assault of off-duty Philly officer
A fourth person was arrested Tuesday morning in connection with the assault and robbery of an off-duty Philadelphia police officer on May 12, authorities said. Arthur Jones, 38, was taken into custody at a hotel near Philadelphia International Airport. Three others have already been charged in the incident.May 28, 2024
Prevention
HPV vaccine reduces risk of head and neck cancers in men, study shows
Head and neck cancers are significantly less likely among men and boys who have received the HPV vaccine, according to a new study out of Thomas Jefferson University. The risks of the sexually transmitted infection are more widely known to cause cervical cancer in women, but the virus also accounts for up to 70% of head and neck cancers in men.May 24, 2024
Travel
Ventnor: Everything you need to know about the beaches and things to do there this summer
Ventnor is home to New Jersey's longest ocean fishing pier and has a 1.7-mile boardwalk that leads directly into Atlantic City. Sites to see include the Ventnor Square Theater and a large, outdoor recreational facility with tennis and pickleball courts. Ventnor's beaches are guarded daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day.May 24, 2024
Food & Drink
Cheu Noodle Bar, Bing Bing Dim Sum set to close this summer
Two staples of Philly's restaurant scene — Bing Bing Dim Sum and Cheu Noodle Bar — are soon closing. The dumpling spot in East Passyunk will close on July 21. The Fishtown ramen restaurant is shutting down on June 7. Both restaurants were led by co-owners Shawn Darragh and chef Ben Puchowitz.May 24, 2024
Development
204-unit apartment complex proposed in West Philly includes affordable housing
A 204-unit apartment complex proposed in West Philadelphia includes affordable housing to comply with the neighborhood's mixed-income zoning overlay, which requires 20% of units in a project be leased at no more than 40% of the area median income. The proposal at 5235 Chestnut St. is located near SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line.Just In
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