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 20, 2018
Food & Drink
Philly Pretzel Factory is giving out free anniversary pretzels
It may seem hard to believe, but Monday marks Philly Pretzel Factory's 20th year in business. And to celebrate, they're giving out free soft pretzels all day.August 17, 2018
Weather
Pennsylvania declares disaster emergency for flooding across state
Torrential rains and flash flooding across large parts of Pennsylvania in recent weeks has prompted Governor Tom Wolf to declare a disaster emergency to help communities recover from extensive damage to properties and roadways, the administration announced Friday.August 17, 2018
Odd News
Sixers' J.J. Redick tells creepy story of caged woman hidden in service car
Philadelphia 76ers shooting guard J.J. Redick recounted a nightmarish ordeal he and his family experienced on in New York City, telling the story on his podcast for The Ringer.August 17, 2018
Investigations
Police: City Hall worker killed in murder-suicide in Northeast Philadelphia
Philadelphia police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a murder-suicide that claimed the life of a City Hall staffer early Friday morning in the Holmesburg section of Northeast Philadelphia.August 16, 2018
Music
New Kurt Vile music video lampoons Philadelphia Parking Authority
Philadelphia-based psych rocker Kurt Vile has proven he's a man of the people in his latest solo effort, releasing a music video on Thursday that takes on public enemy number one: the Philadelphia Parking Authority.August 16, 2018
Rescues
Missing Montgomery County man found dead in Poconos
The body of a Souderton man who went missing late last week in the Poconos has been recovered following an intensive search, authorities in Carbon County announced this week.August 16, 2018
Rescues
Police: Worker trapped underground dies in North Philly accident
A man who became trapped under rubble at a North Philadelphia construction site Thursday morning has reportedly died after an intensive rescue effort.August 16, 2018
Travel
Three hospitalized as mysterious odor diverts Philly-bound Frontier Airlines flight
Three were people were hospitalized in North Carolina on Wednesday night after a mysterious odor forced a Frontier Airlines flight to make an emergency landing on its way to Philadelphia.August 15, 2018
Investigations
Incoming Penn State athlete shot to death in North Philadelphia
A teenager who was shot and killed Monday night in North Philadelphia has been identified as Imhotep track and football player Kristian Marche, who was preparing to leave for his freshman year at Penn State University, according to police.August 15, 2018
NBA
Sixers' Ben Simmons joins James Cordon, reveals baby hoops footage
Philadelphia 76ers start Ben Simmons joins "The Late Late Show with James Cordon" to discuss his childhood and how he grew into a basketball player.Just In
- Ocean City designates boardwalk's Wonderland Pier site an area in need of rehabilitation
- About 1,600 PECO employees threaten to go on strike July 4 if a deal is not reached
- With historic win over Curaçao, Ivory Coast stays unbeaten in World Cup games in Philly, advances to first knockout stage
- Bellevue Hotel's new restaurant is an inventive ode to Thomas Edison
- Chester County has a new outdoor gym with 7 stations for a 7-minute workout
- Flyers trade F Garnet Hathaway to Panthers in pre-draft deal
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