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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September 26, 2018

NFL

Eagles' Jason Kelce reveals TMI on weird differences between Wentz, Foles' hands

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce joined "The Dan Patrick Show" on ESPN Radio, where he discussed the differences between snapping the ball to quarterbacks Carson Wentz and Nick Foles.

September 25, 2018

Celebrities

Watch Will Smith, 50, bungee jump into Grand Canyon

West Philadelphia native Will Smith bungee jumps into the Grand Canyon on his 50th birthday.

September 25, 2018

Legislation

Pennsylvania lawmaker introduces bill to legalize recreational marijuana

A bill has been introduced to legalize recreational marijuana by Pennsylvania Rep. Jake Wheatley, D-Allegheny, launching a petition to build statewide support for sweeping reform.

September 25, 2018

Wildlife

Raccoon survives nine-story plunge from Ocean City boardwalk building

A raccoon climbed the exterior of Gardens Plaza condominium tower on Ocean City Boardwalk last week, before it fell, survived the impact with the ground and scurried away.

September 25, 2018

Food & Drink

Philly's Ekta ranked one of best Indian restaurants in United States

Philadelphia's Ekta Indian Cuisine is ranked one of the best Indian restaurants in the United States. There are three locations—in Fishtown, University City and Bryn Mawr.

September 24, 2018

Business

JPMorgan Chase opening 50 branches in Philadelphia area

JPMorgan Chase announced it will bring 50 new branches to the Philadelphia area, adding a new competitor to a crowded banking market.

September 24, 2018

NHL

Flyers should 'stick to their guns,' ignore anti-Gritty petition, says Mascot Guru

The Philadelphia Flyers unleashed a monstrosity on the hockey world Monday morning with the debut of Gritty, a googly-eyed corpulent hair-ball on skates. 

September 24, 2018

Courts

Philly woman indicted in viral Wildwood beach arrest

The Philadelphia woman whose arrest on a Wildwood beach went viral earlier this year will face charges in the incident, a grand jury in Cape May County decided Monday.

September 24, 2018

Courts

Penn grad sues fraternity over giant flaming marshmallow incident

A civil suit filed in federal court last week claims a 2018 nursing graduate was injured during a Halloween party hosted by Phi Upsilon, known around campus as Castle, according to school newspaper.

September 20, 2018

Food & Drink

Jersey Shore Korean fusion spot Crunchick'n replacing Ugly Duckling in Center City

Crunchik'n, a family-owned Asian fusion restaurant on the Boardwalk in Ocean City, announced Thursday that it will be coming to Philly with an expanded menu some time in December. The storefront will be located at 212 S. 11th Street.

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