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 7, 2025
Business
Kwik Trip dethrones Wawa in customer ranking of U.S. convenience stores
In a national survey of consumers, Kwik Trip was rated the top convenience store chain in the United States. Pennsylvania rivals Wawa and Sheetz tied for second place. Wawa got the top spot in last year's survey by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.October 7, 2025
Development
Second phase of Piazza Alta development to add 431 apartments in Northern Liberties
Developer Post Brothers has secured financing to begin construction on two new buildings that will add 431 apartments to the Piazza Alta complex in Northern Liberties.October 6, 2025
Business
Sports trivia puzzle Immaculate Grid is being turned into a game show by Tom Brady and Michael Strahan's company
Religion of Sports, the media company owned by Tom Brady and Michael Strahan, will develop a TV game show based on Immaculate Grid, the online sports trivia puzzle owned by Philly-based Sports Reference. The game has been played by millions of people since debuting in 2023.October 6, 2025
Business
Yemeni coffee chain Haraz to open cafe in Fishtown, its second location in Philly
Haraz Coffee House will open its Fishtown cafe at 23 West Girard Ave. on Friday, Oct. 10. The growing Yemeni coffee chain, known for their sun-dried beans with fruity flavors, opened its first location in Philly in University City in April.October 6, 2025
Business
Steve's Prince of Steaks to open its second Bucks County location
Steve's Prince of Steaks will open a new cheesesteak shop in Warrington — the chain's second in Bucks County — on Oct. 18. The restaurant will be Steve's fifth overall location.October 3, 2025
Recreation
Thousand bloom chrysanthemum, Longwood Gardens' 'most intensive horticultural effort,' returns this month
Longwood Gardens fall Chrysanthemum Festival returns in 2025 after the showcase was paused last year. The exhibit features the 1,000 bloom plant and a variety of the colorful plant formed into various shapes.October 2, 2025
Business
Xfinity Mobile Arena replaces Stephen Starr's Adrian with new restaurant
Xfinity Mobile Arena is replacing Adrian, Stephen Starr's 'Rocky'-themed restaurant on the club level, with a new restaurant called Primepoint Social that offers a lounge and private event space.October 2, 2025
Business
World of Flight, Nike's first Jordan Brand store in the U.S., opens Oct. 10 in Center City
Nike will open its Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia, the first of its kind in the United States, on Oct. 10. The footwear and apparel store at 1617 Walnut St. will offer customizable products and a store design celebrating the legacy of NBA legend Michael Jordan.October 2, 2025
Investigations
South Jersey insurance claims adjuster charged with stealing nearly $200,000 in payouts
John Philbin, an insurance claims adjuster in Camden County, allegedly stole $200,000 by fabricating filings under false identities for non-existent work that he held the authority to approve, the New Jersey Office of Attorney General said.October 1, 2025
Transportation
SEPTA will keep using old Regional Rail cars despite NTSB warning about risk of electrical fires
After the National Transportation Safety Board warned that SEPTA's Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars pose safety risks due to electrical fires, SEPTA officials said they have mitigation measures in place and will keep the trains in service.Just In
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- Uber program that gives free rides to seniors expands to Northeast Philly
- Eagles will have training camp joint practices with the Patriots this summer
- Philadelphia Wings announce they're ceasing operations
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