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.
February 16, 2024
Politics
Donald Trump says he's attending Sneaker Con in Philly on Saturday
Former President Donald Trump is planning to be in Philadelphia on Saturday to attend Sneaker Con at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where he's expected to give a speech at 3 p.m. The annual event is aimed at sneakerheads looking to buy and sell shoes and other streetwear.February 15, 2024
Business
Insomnia Cookies opens new flagship store and headquarters in Center City
Insomnia Cookies has opened its new flagship store and headquarters at Broad and Chestnut streets in Philadelphia. About 100 employees now work out of the 26,000-square-foot headquarters, which was previously occupied by a Walgreens. The store allows customers to customize their own cookie toppings, shop for merchandise and buy their favorite cookies.February 14, 2024
Food & Drink
Stephen Starr is planning an Italian restaurant at the former Barnes & Noble on Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia restaurateur Stephen Starr is planning to open an Italian restaurant inside the former Barnes & Noble on Rittenhouse Square. Tentatively called Borromini, the restaurant would occupy two floors of the Alison building on Walnut Street. His proposed facade changes must require approval from the historical commission.February 14, 2024
Travel
Philly is planning an expanded 'Rocky' festival to drive global tourism
Philadelphia planners are developing a "Rocky" festival based on the success of the city's firstRocky Day in December. Thousands of people, including Sylvester Stallone, attended the event outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where the bronze statue of Rocky Balboa and iconic museum steps have long been a tourist attraction. Now, the city believes it can expand the celebration as "Rocky" nears its 50th anniversary in 2026.February 13, 2024
Courts
Drunk driver gets 25 years in prison for crash that killed 2 at Wildwood car rally
A drunk driver has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a crash that killed two people at the unsanctioned H2oi car rally in Wildwood, New Jersey in September 2022. Gerald White, 38, of New Castle, Delaware, pleaded guilty to aggravated manslaughter and aggravated assault in December. The illegal rally brought more than 500 vehicles to the Jersey Shore town for drag racing, drifting and burnouts.February 13, 2024
Food & Drink
The Brass Tap opens in Manayunk, taking over corner bar property that has mostly languished since the pandemic
The Brass Tap, a Florida-based craft-beer bar chain, has opened its first Philadelphia franchise in Manayunk at the former Old Eagle Tavern. The 30 craft beers on tap cover a selection of regional brewers like Yards Brewing Co., Cape May Brewing Co., Lancaster Brewing Co. and Tröegs Independent Brewing.February 12, 2024
Investigations
Sharif Street Jr., arrested for assault for inauguration incident, is now charged in new case with a hit-and-run crash
Sharif Street Jr. has been charged with the hit-and-run crash that injured a girl in North Philly in August, police said. Street Jr. is the grandson of former Philly mayor John Street and son of state Sen. Sharif Street. In January, he was arrested for allegedly assaulting a private security guard at The Met before Mayor Cherelle Parker's inauguration.February 12, 2024
Wildlife
State troopers rescue injured bald eagle struck by car in central Pennsylvania
A bald eagle that was hit by a car in Perry County is now recovering thanks to two Pennsylvania state troopers who rescued the injured animal on a roadside in Greenwood Township, officials said. Pennsylvania's bald eagle population is thriving after a successful conservation program that began in 1983.February 9, 2024
Wildlife
Lost baby seal seen wandering along Ocean City street rescued, being nursed back to health
A baby grey seal was rescued in Ocean City on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2024 after residents spotted the male pup wandering near West Avenue and 42nd Street. The seal is the second to be rescued in South Jersey by the Marine Mammal Stranding Center over the last month. In January, a female pup was recovered from a sidewalk in Point Pleasant.February 9, 2024
Health News
Experimental prosthetic helps man who lost his arm regain some sense of feeling
A prosthetic hand developed by researchers in Europe could help people with amputations feel senses like temperature and texture, according to a new study. An Italian man who lost his hand was able to use the device to distinguish hot and cold while touching various objects. The technology uses a sensor sensor system installed on the prosthetic limb.Just In
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