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

June 10, 2019

Lawsuits

Kevin Hart sued by woman injured by star's security team after screening of 'The Upside'

Philadelphia's Kevin Hart is facing a lawsuit from a woman who claims she was barreled over by a member of the superstar actor's security team back in January.

June 10, 2019

Development

Drexel Square officially opens at Schuylkill Yards in West Philly

Drexel Square, the first phase of the $3.5 billion Schuylkill Yards development in University City Philadelphia, is finally open to the public.

June 10, 2019

Illness

New Jersey man dies of rare tick-borne Powassan virus

A Sussex County, New Jersey, man died of complications stemming from Powassan virus, a rare infection that comes from tick bites.

June 7, 2019

Historical Buildings

Nine historic Philly structures receive state grants for preservation

Nine Philadelphia projects have been awarded state preservation grants to protect their historic and archeological character. 

June 7, 2019

Nature

Historic Salem Oak Tree falls after 600 years in South Jersey

The Salem Oak, a majestic, centuries-old tree that was a historic symbol in Salem County, New Jersey, came crashing down on Thursday, drawing admirers to the scene to take pictures.

June 7, 2019

Prevention

Officials warn of possible Hepatitis A exposure at South Jersey Dunkin' Donuts

Public health officials in Gloucester County are urging customers of Turnersville Dunkin' Donuts store to get vaccinated for Hepatitis A after a possible exposure during the second half of May. 

June 7, 2019

Eagles

Eagles' Lane Johnson fires back at DeMarcus Lawrence with Kawhi Leonard meme

Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson responded to trash talk from Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence, who joked about the Eagles' long-term extension of quarterback Carson Wentz.

June 6, 2019

Travel

American Airlines launches flight from Philly to 'Game of Thrones' filming location

American Airlines is offering direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Dubrovnik, Croatia, where HBO filmed large parts of its hit series 'Game of Thrones.'

June 6, 2019

Business

New Jersey restaurant fined for hanging 'males only' hiring sign

NY Gyro King, a middle eastern restaurant in Bloomfield, New Jersey, was fined $1,000 for posting a help wanted sign that specified "males only" for the position.

June 6, 2019

Lawsuits

Han Dynasty faces class-action lawsuit over alleged unpaid overtime

Two men have filed a class-action lawsuit against popular Szechuan restaurant chain Han Dynasty, alleging the business failed to record and pay mandated overtime wages.

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