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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

February 5, 2021

Wildlife

Pennsylvania Game Commission revives black bear cam in Monroe County

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Pennsylvania Game Commission's livestream from a bear den camera has returned in 2021, offering viewers an inside look at a mother's hibernation and the early days in the life of a cub. The camera is stationed beneath the deck of a cabin in Monroe County, the same spot where a previous livestream was available in 2019.

February 5, 2021

Travel

American Airlines adds service from Philly to several cities for summer 2021

by Michael Tanenbaum

American Airlines will soon add service from Philadelphia International Airport to several U.S. cities for the summer season, including daily flights to Daytona Beach and Salt Lake City. The airline also will increase frequency of flights to Hilton Head, Key West, Nantucket and the Dominican Republic.

February 5, 2021

Running

Renowned Philadelphia Distance Run to return in September 2021

by Michael Tanenbaum

The Philadelphia Distance Run, at a time one of the premier half-marathons in the United States, will make a comeback on Sept. 19, 2021, reorganized by several local running organizations. Registration for the event is set to begin in March, with COVID-19 contingency planning underway.

February 5, 2021

Sixers

Sixers GM Daryl Morey cracks Four Seasons Total Landscaping joke after blowout loss to Blazers

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia 76ers team president and general manager Daryl Morey poked fun at Philly's 121-105 loss against the Portland Trailblazers on Thursday night with a tweet from Four Seasons Total Landscaping, the local site of Rudy Giuliani's baseless election fraud press conference last November.

February 4, 2021

Art

Gritty posed nude for a 'French jawn' painting during Flyers game

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia Flyers mascot stripped nude for a portrait that was completed by artist Benjamin Davis at the Wells Fargo Center on Feb. 3, 2021. The Flyers are still figuring out what they plan to do with the work of art.

February 4, 2021

Charity

Wawa, Sheetz team up for virtual benefit helping Special Olympics Pennsylvania

by Michael Tanenbaum

Wawa and Sheetz have each donated $5,000 to Special Olympics Pennsylvana, which supports athletic training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities. The companies are teaming up on the Polar Pop challenge, wherein participants pop water balloons filled with cold water over their heads to support the cause.

February 4, 2021

Investigations

Bucks County traffic stop intercepts $4 million in heroin, fentanyl and cocaine, prosecutors say

by Michael Tanenbaum

Bucks County authorities have charged a man and woman who allegedly were involved in a drug-trafficking operation to transport $4 million drugs from California to New York. The pair were stopped in Bedminster Township, which led to a search of their vehicle and a tractor trailer parked at a truck stop in Lehigh County.

February 4, 2021

Hotels

Pennsylvania's 'Silence of the Lambs' house is turning into a creepy boutique hotel

by Michael Tanenbaum

The "Silence of the Lambs" home in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania, is becoming a hotel and event space available for bookings in 2021. The haunting property was featured as the fictional home of Buffalo Bill in the influential 1991 thriller that serves as the center of the Hannibal Lecter universe. The new owners say the house will be available for overnights, guided tours, weddings, filming and other events.

February 3, 2021

Podcasts

Nick Foles recalls needing to hone his acting skills to execute Philly Special in Super Bowl LII

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles looked back on the Philly Special during an episode of his "Mission of Truth" podcast this week, delving into the acting he had to do in order to sell the trick play on 4th and goal. His touchdown helped the Eagles defeat the New England Patriots 41-33 and bring Philadelphia its first-ever Lombardy Trophy.

February 3, 2021

Film

Questlove's 'Summer of Soul' documentary wins two Sundance prizes

by Michael Tanenbaum

Questlove's directorial debut, "Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)," won two awards at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. The documentary presents archival footage from the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival and offers historical context on the powerful event.