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.
August 2, 2018
Amusement Parks
Hersheypark reveals new Reese's themed ride for 2019
For their next ride, the brains behind Hersheypark have shrewdly turned to the candy company's best product: the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup.August 1, 2018
Investigations
Police: Toddler killed in pit bull attack in Port Richmond
A2-year-old Philadelphia boy was killed when two pit bulls attacked him at his family's residence in Port Richmond on Wednesday, Philly police said.August 1, 2018
Social Media
Former Phillies ace Curt Schilling gets into Twitter beef with passenger on flight
Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Curt Schilling is still taking flak for the failed video game company he attempted to launch with financial support from the state of Rhode Island. A recent argument on Twitter shows the conservative Breitbart host is willing to punch back.August 1, 2018
Weather
Maryland officials hammer Pennsylvania for trash in Chesapeake Bay
A week after torrential rains caused severe flooding across large parts of central and eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan isn't too pleased with what's appearing in his state's backyard.August 1, 2018
Health News
Drexel researchers develop 'crystalsome' polymer for improved intravenous drug delivery
Scientists at Drexel University are making progress in the development of a new capsule that can durably transport medicine through the bloodstream to target physical ailments intravenously.July 31, 2018
Restaurants
Al Pacino pays visit to Manco & Manco Pizza at Jersey Shore
Manco & Manco Pizza, the popular restaurant with locations in Ocean City and Somers Point, got a visit from "The Godfather" actor Al Pacino.July 31, 2018
Food & Drink
Hungry Pigeon in Queen Village has a good problem with fresh eggs
When Hungry Pigeon quietly opened in Queen Village in January 2016, the farm-to-table brunch spot was on course to reach a level of popularity that can make keeping all ingredients locally sourced an added challenge.July 31, 2018
Public Health
Invasive longhorned tick species confirmed in Pennsylvania
Tests conducted by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Iowa have confirmed that insect specimens collected in Pennsylvania are longhorned ticks, an invasive Asian species that typically infects hogs and cattle.July 30, 2018
Investigations
D.A.: Chester County divorce attorney allegedly defrauded at least 25 clients
Joshua Janis, an attorney who practiced law for more than a decade in Chester County, faces multiple criminal charges after prosecutors say he defrauded upwards of 25 clients in recent years.July 30, 2018
Television
A look back at when Ali G visited the Philadelphia Police Department
Long before his "Who Is America?" Showtime series, Sacha Baron Cohen visited Philly cops in his white rapper persona. The skit remains a relic.Just In
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- Howie Roseman deflects on A.J. Brown's Eagles future: 'It is hard to find great players in the NFL'
- FIFA says it received over 500 million ticket requests for the World Cup
- The Rocky statue is permanently moving to the top of art museum steps
- Joel Embiid, Paul George probable for Sixers-Cavaliers on Friday; Dominick Barlow questionable
- Philadelphia Flower Show to dig into the history of gardening in America
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