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.
September 23, 2021
Music
New Fishtown music venue Brooklyn Bowl sets opening date
Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia, a new music venue in Fishtown, will debut Nov. 4, kicking off an initial run of 30 shows over the next several months. The venue, a LiveNation partner, includes bowling lanes and a restaurant. It adds to a growing district of music venues in Fishtown that have opened over the past several years, including the Fillmore Philadelphia and The Foundry.September 23, 2021
Investigations
Contractor was hired to reseal driveways then allegedly just painted surfaces with black paint, Delco D.A. says
Two men face charges for pressuring homeowners in a Delaware County to hire them to reseal their driveways and then allegedly performing shoddy work, covering their driveways with black paint instead of sealant, authorities said. The Delaware County District Attorney's Office believe the pair has targeted senior citizens, and there could be more residents caught in the alleged scam. They are urged to come forward.September 23, 2021
Women's Health
For women with infertility, baby boy born through Penn's uterus transplant program is a symbol of hope
The Penn Medicine Uterus Transplant Program celebrated its first child born from a living-donor uterus transplant in May. The recipient and donor, Chelsea Jovanovich and Cheryl Cichonski-Urban, have formed a lifelong bond around the journey they experienced. Now the Penn team is raising awareness of women's infertility and advocating for changes to the U.S. health care system to make the treatment more accessible.September 22, 2021
Investigations
Pat's King of Steaks not 'a public menace,' owner says after recent violent episodes
After a pair of violent incidents left two people dead outside Pat's King of Steaks in a span of two months, the owner of the Philadelphia cheesesteak shop is determined not to let the fallout negatively impact his business. Frank Olivieri says the South Philly landmark is "not a menace" to the community.September 22, 2021
Sixers
Sixers choose cryptocurrency platform Crypto.com to be next jersey patch sponsor
Philadelphia 76ers jerseys will feature the logo of cryptocurrency app Cyrpto.com during the 2021-2022 season. The team selected the cryptocurrency and NFT platform as its brand partner to replace StubHub. All four versions of the Sixers uniform this season will feature the Crypto.com patch on the left shoulder of the jersey.September 20, 2021
Transportation
Center City roads closed as Adam Sandler's 'Hustle' continues filming in Philly
Production on Adam Sandler's upcoming Netflix film "Hustle" will shut down several streets in Center City on Monday as the project continues to highlight areas in and around Philadelphia. "Hustle" will star Adam Sandler as Stanley Beren, a struggling NBA scout who attempts to revive his career by bring a troubled overseas prospect to the United States.September 20, 2021
Food & Drink
Smoked brisket cheesesteak from Pat's King of Steaks, Morgan's Brooklyn Barbecue benefits charity
Pat's Steaks and Morgan's Brooklyn Barbecue collaborated on a limited-time smoked brisket cheesesteak that will be served at their respective South Philly and King of Prussia locations on Wednesday, Sept. 22, starting at noon. Proceeds from the sale of the cheesesteaks will support the Philadelphia nonprofit Sanctuary Farm.September 17, 2021
Investigations
Upper Darby man allegedly admits killing ex-girlfriend near Schuylkill River Trail, police say
Freddy Remigio Mendieta Pando, 23, of Upper Darby, was charged with murder and related offenses in the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, 23-year-old Karina Torres. The victim's body was found Sept. 16 near the Betzwood Trailhead of the Schuylkill River Trail in Lower Providence Township, according to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office.September 17, 2021
Odd News
Pennsylvania man returns 108-year-old beer bottles for 'deposit' from brewery
An antique collector in Northeastern Pennsylvania found a 108-year-old wooden crate and seven beer bottles from Irving Cliff Brewery in Honesdale. The collector brought them to the storied brewery to return them, even though Pennsylvania no longer has a bottle deposit, and was given $60 for the antiques. The quaint story raises questions about whether the state will ever act again on bottle deposit legislation.September 17, 2021
Celebrities
Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp spotted together at Jersey Shore
Bruce Springsteen and John Mellencamp were spotted at the Jersey Shore in Bay Head, Ocean County, on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021. The pair recently announced they were collaborating together on songs that will appear on Mellencamp's upcoming 25th studio album.Just In
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