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.
June 3, 2021
Business
13 Philadelphia area companies make 2021 Fortune 500
The 2021 Fortune 500 includes 13 companies from the Philadelphia area, led by Conshohocken-based AmerisourceBergen at No. 18. Comcast, based in Philadelphia, also made the top 50 with a rank at No. 26. The prestigious list is now in its 67th year.June 3, 2021
Lifestyle
Video shows pro surfer Rob Kelly riding wake of Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Pro surfer Rob Kelly took a shortboard out to Cape May to ride the wake of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. He shared a video on his Facebook page that his since gone viral.June 3, 2021
Food & Drink
Honey's Sit 'N Eat permanently closes South Street location
Honey's Sit 'N Eat has permanently closed its location in Graduate Hospital at 2101 South St., where it had been open since 2013. The Northern Liberties location, which opened in 2005, will continue to operate seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fourth and Brown streets.June 2, 2021
Health News
Thomas Jefferson University projects to be conducted as part of first private mission to International Space Station
Three projects from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia have been selected as part of next year's Rakia mission to the International Space Station. The projects will examine different facets of how space travel impacts the human body.June 2, 2021
Investigations
U.S. Customs agents seize 240 convertible blank guns en route to Bucks County
A Turkish shipment containing hundreds of blank firing guns was intercepted at Washington Dulles International Airport, with a final destination listed in Bensalem, Bucks County, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials. Authorities seized 240 Zoraki model M2906 pistols that could be converted into working handguns.June 2, 2021
Wildlife
Giant whale skull washes up on Jersey Shore beach
A large minke whae skull washed ashore at Island Beach State Park on the Barnegat Peninsula in New Jersey on Sunday, May 30, 2021. Officials have identified the species as a minke whale, likely the same whale that was buried at the park last June. There have been a growing number of minke whale strandings along the east coast of the United States in recent years.June 2, 2021
Transportation
Busy stretch of Schuylkill Expressway reduced to one lane through the summer
A PennDOT sinkhole repair project on the westbound lanes of Interstate 76 near King of Prussia will reduce traffic to one lane until early October, officials said. The project is focused on the collector/distributor ramp to U.S. 202 and U.S. 422 in Upper Merion TownshipJune 1, 2021
Shopping
Philly-area company's hoodies touted as 'world's best,' Wall Street Journal says
Camber USA, an apparel company based in Norristown, Montgomery County, has a reputation for what may be the best hooded sweatshirts in the world. The company's classic, heavy fleece product line has become a hit both domestically and internationally, where the sweatshirts are treasured for their vintage look and durability.June 1, 2021
TV
Kate Winslet says she 'would absolutely love' another season of 'Mare of Easttown'
Will HBO's hit detective drama "Mare of Easttown" return of a second season? Season 1 of the series filmed in the Philadelphia region concluded with a stunning episode Sunday night. In the aftermath of learning who killed Erin McMenamin, the show's star Kate Winset tells fans she would be eager to return as Mare Sheehan for another season.June 1, 2021
Food & Drink
Atlantic City's Borgata to open fall-themed American Bar & Grille restaurant
American Bar & Grill will open at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City on June 19. The restaurant concept, owned by MGM Resorts International and Borgata, will feature contemporary takes on American classics with seasonal ingredients and globally influenced flavors. The restaurant will take the space of the former Wolfgang Puck.Just In
- Man who allegedly posed as ICE agent to rob Northeast Philly auto shop charged with false imprisonment
- Bucks County nonprofits warn proposed funding cuts in biomedical research threaten advances in public health
- Health insurers commit to making prior authorizations easier and less common
- Sixers officially allowed to negotiate new contracts with five free agents
- Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts writes children's book about facing adversity
- Report: San Antonio Spurs 'among several teams' interested in upcoming Sixers free agent Guerschon Yabusele
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