Michael Tanenbaum

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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.


tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

April 9, 2021

Eagles

Eagles' 2021 NFL Draft hat unveiled as fans count down to April 29

The NFL released its 2021 draft hat designs Friday, with mesh panels in the back. The Philadelphia Eagles hat has a classic look that the NFL used across all 32 teams. The hats are available for sale in fitted, flex and snapback designs. The Eagles hold the 12th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

April 8, 2021

Social Media

Philly iceberg meme will test your obscure knowledge of the city

A Philadelphia-themed iceberg tier meme offers a look at some of the most common and little-known cultural facts associated with the city's history and present day. As the meme makes its way across social media, many in the city are putting their own knowledge of Philly to the test.

April 8, 2021

Lottery

$3 million scratch-off lottery ticket sold at Willow Grove deli

A winning MONOPOLY 100X scratch-off lottery ticket worth $3 million was sold at Lucky 7 Deli in Willow Grove, located at 425 W. Moreland Road. It's the second $3 million winning lottery ticket sold in the Montgomery County, Pennsylvania neighborhood in less than a month.

April 7, 2021

Investigations

Former Bucks County D.A.R.E. officer charged with sexually abusing boys

Former Warrington police officer James Carey, 52, allegedly assaulted at least four boys while serving as a D.A.R.E. officer in Bucks County, prosecutors said Wednesday. The alleged crimes dated back 25 years. Prosecutors filed charges following a lengthy investigation and an inquiry by a Bucks County investigating grand jury.

April 7, 2021

Real Estate

Developer has plans to add 535 new residences in East Kensington

Developer River Wards group has proposed a large residential project on East Somerset Street in East Kensington, where they hope construct a series of buildings with a combined 535 units. Across the street, River Wards previously proposed another development with 231 units in the Philadelphia neighborhood.

April 7, 2021

Investigations

Beaver statue, historical plaque stolen from Delco borough

Pennsylvania State Police and Rose Valley Borough in Delaware County are seeking help from the public to recover a stolen beaver statue and historical plaque honoring 'The Great Minquas Trail,' a 17th century fur trading route between Native Americans and European settlers.

April 6, 2021

Development

PHA, Project HOME development in Kensington will be targeted to homeless in Philly

An affordable housing development led by Project HOME in Kensington has received funding approval from the Philadelphia Housing Authority. The project will include 54 efficiency apartments at 115 East Huntingdon Street for people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or recovering from a substance use disorder.

April 6, 2021

Prevention

Philly opening up COVID-19 vaccine appointments to residents 16 and older starting April 19

Philadelphia will make COVID-19 vaccine appointments available to all people age 16 and older on April 19. Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley is asking healthy younger residents to consider delaying their appointments in order to allow vulnerable populations to get vaccinated first.

April 6, 2021

Investigations

House explosion in Northeast Philly sends man to hospital

One man was injured Tuesday when a home on the 6300 block of Algard Street in Northeast Philadelphia exploded and caught fire, according to police. The victim was hospitalized and the cause of the explosion is under investigation with the Fire Marshal's Office.

April 6, 2021

Investigations

Body found in Southwest Philly identified as missing pregnant woman

The body of 21-year-old Dianna Brice was found Monday night in a wooded area of Southwest Philadelphia. Brice, who was pregnant, had been missing from Upper Darby since March 30 after she was last seen with her boyfriend, 23-year-old Justin Smith, who still has not been found.

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