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 15, 2021
Celebrities
Police spot 'Stranger Things' star Gaten Matarazzo at Wawa in New Jersey
Gaten Matarazzo, who plays Dustin in the hit Netflix series "Stranger Things," was spotted at a Wawa in Ocean County, where he took a photo with two Manchester police officers. Matarazzo, 19, grew up in New Jersey and has remained a big part of his community. Season 4 of "Stranger Things" is set to return in early 2022.October 15, 2021
Investigations
Philly cop facing charges for alleged domestic assault
Philadelphia police officer Wayne Arnold, a 30-year veteran of the department, is facing criminal charges for allegedly choking a woman in a domestic incident in May. Arnold, who was most recently assigned to the intensive drug investigations squad, has been suspended and will be fired after 30 days, officials said.October 13, 2021
Food & Drink
Wells Fargo Center reveals new food and drink options for Sixers, Flyers seasons
The Wells Fargo Center will introduce a wide array of new food and beverage items as Flyers and Sixers fans return to the South Philly arena for the 2021-22 seasons. Among the new stands in the main concourse and mezzanine level are Delco's Steaks, Omari Ramen Bar and Cuz's Pizza.October 12, 2021
Odd News
BASE jumpers filmed parachuting off new Rittenhouse luxury high-rise
Three BASE jumpers were filmed parachuting down from a luxury high-rise apartment building in the ritzy Rittenhouse neighborhood of Philadelphia. The footage was filmed by restaurant manager Candace Skinner, who was stunned when she saw the descending daredevils from her rooftop deck in Center City.October 12, 2021
Recreation
Wells Fargo Center spells out code of conduct with new emphasis for disrespectful fans
The Wells Fargo Center has updated its code of conduct as the Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers get set to begin their respective 2021-22 seasons. The arena released a video that will play at the beginning of all games to remind fans of the rules and consequences for violations, including the possibility of bans and criminal charges.October 12, 2021
Movies
DeVonta Smith, CeeDee Lamb featured in promo trailer for much-hyped 'Dune' movie
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and Philadelphia Eagles rookie wideout DeVonta Smith both appeared in a promo for Warner Bros. upcoming film "Dune: Part One," a sci-fi epic based on Frank Herbert's classic 1965 novel. The movie, directed by Denis Villenueve, will be simultaneously released in theaters and streaming on HBO Max on Oct. 22.October 11, 2021
Social Media
Bobcat photo wins Pa. Game Commission's trail cam contest
A group of bobcats crossing a road in Selinsgrove, Snyder County has won the Pennsylvania Game Commission's 2021 Trail Cam Photo Contest. Photos submitted from across the state were narrowed down to ten finalists that received votes from the public on Facebook.October 11, 2021
Investigations
Chester County woman accused of Surf City murders claims she was set up
Sherry Lee Heffernan, 55, allegedly stabbed and killed her father, 87-year-old Surf City resident John Enders, and his girlfriend, 75-year-old Francoise Pitoy, according to Ocean County prosecutors. Heffernan, a real estate agent from Chester County, Pennsylvania, is accused of killing the couple because her father would not allow her to be the broker for the sale of his Jersey Shore home, police said.October 11, 2021
Business
Wawa debuts self-checkout station in Northeast Philly as part of post-pandemic plan
Wawa is testing self-checkout kiosks at a growing number of stores, including a location on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia. The company views the kiosks as an important step in a post-COVID world that will give customers an option to skip the line while reducing overall wait times.October 11, 2021
Development
Developer proposes fancy hotel at Cape May's former Beach Theatre site
Icona Resorts is planning a 168-room hotel in Cape May at the former site of the Beach Theatre. Developer Eustace Mita presented plans to City Council last week along with conceptual renderings of the grand hotel created with partner DAS Architects in Philadelphia. Icona Resorts has hotels in Avalon, Diamond Beach and a smaller location in Cape May.Just In
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