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.
January 17, 2022
Development
5-story apartment building proposed next to Barcade in Fishtown
A five-story apartment building with ground floor commercial space is proposed at 1120 Frankford Avenue in Fishtown, a surface parking lot that sit next to Barcade. The proposal will be reviewed by the Fishtown Neighbors Association and represents one of several mixed-use projects expected to move forward in the busy area of Frankford and Girard avenues over the coming year.January 14, 2022
Investigations
Man fatally shot in ambush while leaving Wawa in Vineland, police say
Vineland police and Cumberland County prosecutors are investigating the fatal shooting of a 23-year old man outside the Wawa convenience store located near the intersection of Park Avenue and Delsea Drive. A preliminary investigated revealed evidence that indicates the shooting was not random, authorities said.January 14, 2022
Eagles
Eagles release playoff hype video: 'You want me to tell you why you should be f***ing excited?'
The Philadelphia Eagles' latest hype video ahead of Sunday's NFC Wild Card playoff matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is narrated by Lane Johnson, who reminds fans that the team is in it to win it.January 14, 2022
Transportation
'Superload' tractor-trailer carrying empty fuel tank crosses Pennsylvania, delaying traffic on 9-day trek
A 294-ton, 213-foot-long superload tractor-trailer is traveling across Pennsylvania with an empty fuel tank from a decommissioned nuclear training site in New York. The nine-day journey covers more than 400 miles and crosses through 16 counties to its final destination in Wampum, about 40 miles north of Pittsburgh. PennDOT officials say motorists should expect traffic delays along the route, much of which will be along Interstate 80.January 14, 2022
Business
Grocery store food shortages in Philly region could be compounded by impending winter storm
With a winter storm approaching the Philadelphia region this weekend, food shortages and empty shelves at grocery stores are likely to get worse. Shoppers are advised to be flexible, patient and not overbuy products when making trips to the supermarket to stock up. Winter weather is expected to compound food shortages caused by pandemic-related supply chain issues, labor constraints and COVID-19 infections due to the omicron variant.January 13, 2022
Business
Formica's Bakery, maker of 'world famous' Atlantic City bread, purchased by Norcross family
The family of George E. Norcross III has purchased Formica Bakery, a 100-year-old Atlantic City business that has supplied bread to some of New Jersey's most iconic delis and hoagie shops, like White House Subs. The Norcross family plans to embark on a multimillion dollar expansion of the company, broadening distribution nationwide under the new name Formica Freitag Bakery.January 13, 2022
Food & Drink
Garces restaurant Buena Onda to open new locations in Rittenhouse, Radnor
Buena Onda, the popular Baja-themed taqueria from restaurateur Jose Garces, will expand this spring with new locations in Rittenhouse and Radnor. The original location opened at 1901 Callowhill St. in 2015. The restaurant is known for its tacos, bowls, guacamole and alcoholic beverages.January 13, 2022
Eagles
Phillies announcer Tom McCarthy to call Eagles-Bucs game with Ron Jaworski on Westwood One
The Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will meet again in Sunday's 1 p.m. NFC Wild Card matchup at Raymond James Stadium. Philadelphia Phillies play-by-play broadcaster and former Eagles quarterback Ron Jaworski will lead the national radio broadcast on Westwood One.January 13, 2022
Transportation
Pennsylvania lawmaker wants Venmo, PayPal to become turnpike toll payment methods
Pennsylvania state Sen. Marty Flynn, D-Lackawanna, plans to introduce legislation that would enable motorists to use apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App to pay tolls on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The turnpike has seen toll collection revenue plummet since transitioning to an all-electronic system that uses only E-ZPass and a toll-by-plate invoice system that results in delays and unpaid tolls.January 12, 2022
Education
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill, Michael Rubin donate $15 million to Philadelphia area schools
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill, Michael Rubin and joined forces to donate $15 million to support underserved students in the Philadelphia area. The funds will be provided to 110 schools in the region to help thousands of Philadelphia families. A spokesperson said the donation will go to private and parochial schools in order to enable underprivileged students to attend.Just In
- Dogs can distinguish different types of human emotions, study shows
- Americans are increasingly opposed to data centers, Penn polling finds
- Ellen Yin aims to bring the 'ritual and community' of Italian cafes to Philly
- Man wanted in fatal shooting of Penn State student allegedly attempts to steal off-duty officer's car
- Eagles EDGE Jonathan Greenard won't be ready 'for couple weeks, at least'
- Tracking 2026-27 Sixers games reported and announced ahead of NBA schedule release
Must Read
