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.
March 10, 2023
Government
Delco bar temporarily shut down over recent gunfire, nuisance complaints
The Rose Bar in Clifton Heights, Delaware County will shut down for at least three months after the borough filed legal action in February in response to public safety concerns and complaints from local residents. Borough officials cited noise, public drunkenness and lewdness. The bar's owners reached a consent agreement with the borough requiring more security measures and reduced hours for the first nine months after they reopen. In November, 14 shots were fired after a disagreement at the bar spilled onto the street.March 10, 2023
Food & Drink
Shaquille O'Neil's Big Chicken to open in Comcast Center concourse
Shaquille O'Neil's Big Chicken restaurant franchise is opening at the Comcast Center concourse at 1701 JFK Blvd. in Center City. The NBA legend founded the crispy fried chicken concept in 2018 and is in the midst of a U.S. expansion. Big Chicken is known for its massive sandwiches, mac & cheese, shakes and ice cream sandwiches. The restaurant is expected to open in April.March 10, 2023
Media
SportsRadio 94WIP gives 'Marks & Reese' producer Jack Fritz his own show
SportsRadio 94WIP is giving Jack Fritz an hour-long show that will air weeknights at 6 p.m. "Jack Fritz at Six" debuts Monday, March 13. Fritz, who has served as producer of the "Marks & Reese" show since 2019, also will handle the Audacy station's Phillies pregame and postgame coverage on weekdays. The new show means that WIP's evening slot will be pushed back to 7-11 p.m. The station is still searching for a new host for evenings.March 9, 2023
Business
Wawa has plans for a store across the street from Sheetz in town near Penn State University
Wawa is in the early planning stages for a new store in the Happy Valley near Penn State University, which would be the company's furthest outpost from its foothold in the Philly area. The store in Centre County is proposed in Benner Township and across the street from a rival Sheetz store. Wawa is in the midst of an aggressive expansion plan that includes adding about 40 new stores in central Pennsylvania.March 9, 2023
Politics
Gisele Fetterman joined firefighters to put out blaze in East Pittsburgh
Gisele Fetterman, the wife of U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, became a volunteer firefighter in western Pennsylvania in December. Gisele was seen in news footage at the scene of a three-alarm apartment fire in East Pittsburgh on Tuesday morning. John's chief of staff said the senator is on his way to recovery and will return to his duties in the near future after being hospitalized with clinical depression.March 8, 2023
Wildlife
Philadelphia Zoo mourns death of 24-year-old zebra
The Philadelphia Zoo announced that 24-year-old Burchell's zebra Laura died this week at 24 years old. Laura came to the Philadelphia Zoo from the Little Rock Zoo in Arkansas with her half-sister, Susie, in 2000. In the wild, Burchell's zebras typically live between 9-20 years. In captivity, they can live between 20-30 years.March 8, 2023
Investigations
Bam Margera arrested for alleged domestic violence incident
Bam Margera, the former "Jackass" star, was arrested last week for allegedly kicking a woman at a home in San Diego County, authorities said. Margera, 43, is in the midst of a divorce with his wife, Nikki Boyd, who reportedly was not the woman involved in the alleged domestic abuse incident. The former MTV star and pro skateboarder has publicly struggled with substance use over the last decade and has been in and out of rehab facilities.March 8, 2023
Infrastructure
Philly to explore capping Vine Street Expressway with intent of making Chinatown whole again
Philadelphia is eyeing a plan to build a cap over the Vine Street Expressway in Chinatown. The intent is to reconnect the two parts of the neighborhood divided by Interstate 676, which sits below ground level. The project is called Chinatown Stitch. It is funded by the city, the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Knight Foundation.March 7, 2023
Investigations
Eight people wanted for beating woman unconscious in Center City, police say
Philadelphia police are looking for eight people for the beating a woman on a street corner in Center City. Authorities released video of the attack and photos of the people police are seeking to identify. The assault happened around 7:15 p.m. on Feb. 23 at the intersection of 15th and Chestnut streets.March 7, 2023
Courts
Man, woman plead guilty in deadly Pat's King of Steaks shooting
Paul Berkert and Jamie Frick pleaded guilty Monday to charges stemming from the fatal shooting of 22-year-old David Padro at Pat's King of Steaks in South Philadelphia on July 22, 2021. The shooting happened after Burkert and Padro got into a parking dispute while they waited in line at the cheesesteak shop. Burkert, 37, of Reading, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and illegal possession of a firearm. Frick, 38, of Newmanstown, pleaded guilty to simple assault and reckless endangerment.Just In
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