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.
October 3, 2018
Policy
Philly finalizes streamlined block party application process
Neighborhood groups planning block parties in Philadelphia will now have a simplified application process to follow when shoring up approval from city officials and police.October 3, 2018
Universities
Petition targets Penn Law professor for YouTube remarks on Kavanaugh hearing
University of Pennsylvania law professor Amy L. Wax is once again in the crosshairs of an effort to get her fired from the Ivy League school. The tenured professor made controversial remarks about Dr. Christina Blasey Ford's sexual assault allegations against U.S. Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.October 2, 2018
Wildlife
Rare 'blue button' jellyfish spotted at Jersey Shore in wake of Hurricane Florence
Blue button jellyfish washed up at Beach Haven likely as a result of Hurricane Florence. A local woman who had never seen them in New Jersey before shared photographs on Facebook.October 2, 2018
Celebrities
Kevin Hart says he went broke early on buying vintage Philly sports jerseys
Comedian Kevin Hart spent his early paychecks on vintage sports apparel, including gear for his hometown Philadelphia teams.October 2, 2018
Travel
Southwest Airlines flash sale has low fares out of Philly
Philadelphia travelers looking to plan a trip have a limited window beginning Tuesday to book low-fare flights with Southwest Airlines to several U.S. destinations.October 2, 2018
Education
Penn's Wharton School receives $50 million gift, largest in history
A $50 million gift from billionaire investor and philanthropist Marc J. Rowan will become the largest donation ever received by the University of Pennsylvania's prestigious Wharton School.October 1, 2018
Media
Shakeup at 97.5 The Fanatic adds Farzetta, Tra Thomas, Harry Mayes out
Mornings at 97.5 The Fanatic will soon have a different lineup after the station officially confirmed several moves that have been in motion for weeks.Beasley Media Group announced Monday that Marc Farzetta and former Philadelphia Eagle Tra Thomas will take over the weekday morning slot from 6-10 am beginning October 8.October 1, 2018
Television
Sunken Twin Capes ferry featured on Discovery Channel's 'Salvage Dawgs'
The former MV Twin Capes ferry, a storied vessel on the Cape May-Lewes fleet, will have a new place in history when it's treasured contents are featured on the Discovery Channel's "Salvage Dawgs" series. The 2,100-ton ferry was intentionally submerged off the Atlantic coast in June in order to expand an artificial reef system.October 1, 2018
Education
Two Philly public schools receive 2018 National Blue Ribbon Designation
Albert M. Greenfield Elementary School and William M. Meredith School – both Philadelphia public schools – have been named among a select group of 300 schools nationwide to receive the U.S. Department of Education's 2018 Blue Ribbon DesignationOctober 1, 2018
Transportation
SEPTA plans new parking garage, upgrades at 69th Street Transportation Center
A new parking garage with more than 400 spaces will be constructed at SEPTA's bustling 69th Street Transportation Center, officials in Upper Darby announced Monday.Just In
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