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.


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February 12, 2019

Celebrities

'Jersey Shore' star Ronnie Ortiz-Magro reveals rehab stint for alcohol, depression

Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, a stars of MTV's "Jersey Shore," revealed this week that he spent the last month in rehab after hitting "rock bottom," while battling alcohol abuse and depression.

February 12, 2019

Crime

Wilmington police officer allegedly blackmailed, raped woman in patrol car

A suspended police officer in Wilmington is facing criminal charges for the alleged rape of a woman he had tricked into a sexual bribe, authorities revealed Tuesday.

February 11, 2019

Humor

Charlie Day teases Adam Levine with 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' Super Bowl meme

Charlie Day from "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" weighs in on Maroon 5's Super Bowl performance with hilarious meme.

February 11, 2019

Business

Wawa opens this week in Northeast Philly shopping center

Wawa's expansion in Philadelphia will continue on Thursday with the opening of another new store, including a gas station, at a shopping center in Wissinoming.

February 11, 2019

Accidents

Skier dies in fall from beginner jump at Blue Mountain

A 21-year-old man died in a skiing accident at Blue Mountain Resort in the Poconos on Feb. 10, 2019.

February 11, 2019

Stadiums

World's first center-hung, kinetic, 4K scoreboard planned for Wells Fargo Center

Philadelphia 76ers and Flyers fans will be in for a groundbreaking experience next year when the two teams suit up for home games at the Wells Fargo Center.

February 8, 2019

Investigations

Pennsylvania fugitive accused of child rape arrested in Tallahassee

Authorities said Gerrick Bloom fled Pennsylvania after a warrant was issued for his alleged rape of a child he had been "grooming."

February 8, 2019

Fundraisers

Wawa checkout fundraiser benefits Kensington homeless residence for people battling addiction

Fourteen Wawa locations in Philadelphia are now accepting donations from customers to support a homeless shelter for those struggling with addiction in Kensington.

February 8, 2019

NBA

Orlando Magic teammates embrace Markelle Fultz as Sixers drama ends

Markelle Fultz was embraced by his new Orlando Magic teammates after the Sixers traded him away at the NBA deadline.

February 8, 2019

NBA

Rookie Landry Shamet shares heartfelt message with Philadelphia fans after Sixers trade

Landry Shamet, a rookie who shined for the Philadelphia 76ers, said goodbye to fans on Instagram after being traded to the Los Angeles Clippers.

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