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.
May 28, 2021
Investigations
Five injured as Philly fire truck crashes through building on Girard Avenue
Four Philadelphia firefighters and a civilian were injured Thursday afternoon in a crash at the corner of Girard Avenue and Seventh Street. The fire truck from Engine 29 was responding to a call for a house fire at the time of the crash shortly after 4 p.m..May 27, 2021
Business
Philly's Steak 48 riles critics by imposing $100 minimum dining fee
Steak 48, an upscale restaurant chain with locations in Philadelphia and four other U.S. cities, sparked controversy with a new $100 per person minimum. The Center City restaurant also imposed a strict dress code. Critics say the policy shuts some guests out, but the restaurant claims the approach is about ensuring the best experience for customers and helping the business thrive.May 27, 2021
Investigations
Payroll manager allegedly stole $154,000 from prisoner reentry non-profit, police say
The payroll manager at the Fort Washington-based Kintock Group, a nonprofit offering prisoner reentry and substance abused treatment services, allegedly stole more than $154,000 between 2017 and 2020, according to Montgomery County prosecutors. Anglea Nadeau, 42, of Royersford, faces multiple felony counts of theft, forgery, identity theft and related offenses.May 27, 2021
Neighborhoods
John Coltrane House project in Strawberry Mansion gets state blight remediation funds
The John Coltrane home in the Strawberry Mansion section of Philadelphia will be preserved with the help of a $300,000 grant from Pennsylvania's Blight Remediation Program. Preservationists and local community organizations hope to transform the Jazz legend's home and surrounding properties into a museum and cultural center.May 26, 2021
Eagles
Eagles 2021 single-game tickets go on sale next week
Philadelphia Eagles single-game tickets for 2021 go on sale at Ticketmaster on Wednesday, June 2 at 10 a.m. Fans are limited to four tickets per household. Lincoln Financial Field will be at full capacity for the start of the NFL season in September.May 26, 2021
Movies
'Jackass 4' producer files restraining order against Bam Margera
"Jackass 4" producer Jeff Tremaine reportedly has filed paperwork seeking a civil harassment prevention order.against Bam Margera, the former MTV star who was fired from the film amid ongoing substance abuse problems.May 26, 2021
Lottery
Winning Mega Millions lottery ticket worth $1 million sold at Fairmount Pharmacy
A $1 million-winning Mega Millions lottery ticket was sold at Fairmount Pharmacy, 1900 Green St. in Philadelphia, on May 25, earning the store a $5,000 bonus.May 26, 2021
TV
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' stars tease first set image for upcoming season
Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day and Glenn Howerton appeared together on the set of "It's Always Sunny in Philadellphia," a hopeful sign that the series will return for its 15th season by the end of 2021.May 25, 2021
Food & Drink
Forest & Main Brewing Co. to expand in Ambler, say goodbye to Victorian House
Forest & Main Brewing Company will open a new 15 barrel brewery and new pub in Ambler, the owners announced. The nine-year-old craft brewer will leave its beloved Victorian home and adjoining space to start a new chapter as co-owners Daniel Endicott and Gerald Olson plan an expansion.May 25, 2021
Development
Developers plan two residential towers in Northern Liberties
Two residential towers have been proposed in the southern part of Philadelphia's Northern Liberties neighborhood. The first is a 14-story building with 355 units at 200 Spring Garden St., while the second is a 23-story building several blocks south at 2nd and Willow Streets. The project is led by National Real Estate Development and Kushner Real Estate Group.Just In
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- How Elijah Moore turned a camp mistake into better opportunity with the Eagles
- Checking in on Phillies' playoff chances with 46 games to go
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