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.


tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

March 18, 2018

NFL

LeGarrette Blount posts heartfelt message to Eagles, Philly fans

Former Eagles running back LeGarrette Blount, a fan favorite in Philadelphia, has a special message for the city after leaving the team to join the Detroit Lions in free agency.

March 18, 2018

Universities

NAACP: Temple should build football stadium at Rittenhouse Square

The battle over Temple University's proposal to build a football stadium in North Philadelphia took an acerbic turn on Sunday. 

March 15, 2018

Animal Cruelty

Former Philly cop who stuffed pit bull in trash bag can never again own a dog

A former Philadelphia police officer who pleaded guilty to abandoning an abused pit bull in a trash bag will never be able to own another dog again, the Pennsylvania SPCA announced Thursday.

March 15, 2018

NFL

Former Eagle Patrick Robinson bids farewell to Philly

A key piece of the Eagles' magical playoff push said goodbye to Philadelphia on Wednesday when free agent slot corner Patrick Robinson signed a deal with the New Orleans Saints, the team that originally drafted him in 2010.

March 15, 2018

Legislation

Councilwoman proposes bill to keep some Philly bars open till 4 a.m.

Philadelphia City Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown on Thursday proposed a school-funding bill that would generate tax revenue by allowing Philadelphia bars to extend their hours.

March 15, 2018

Medical Schools

Temple medical school announces creation of new Alzheimer's Center

Temple University's Lewis Katz School of Medicine has established a new Alzheimer's center with help from a gift provided by an alumnus and current trustee.

March 14, 2018

Baseball

Phillies fans will have new food options at Citizens Bank Park in 2018

Hungry Philadelphia Phillies fans will have their choices of several new foods sold at Citizens Bank Park for the 2018 season. They include cups of cookie dough, vegan cauliflower cheesesteaks, smoked brisket tacos, and crispy chicken sandwiches.

March 14, 2018

Utilities

Philadelphia Water Department seeks rate increases to buffer infrastructure

After another brutal winter, the Philadelphia Water Department revealed Wednesday it has filed a notice for rate increases that would take effect over a three-year period.

March 14, 2018

NFL

Trey Burton says he's 'disappointed' Eagles didn't try to retain him

Burton joined Sportsradio 94WIP and expressed his disappointment that the Eagles didn't attempt to find a way to keep him in Philadelphia.

March 14, 2018

Investigation

Suspect sought in sexual assault of missing Philly teen

Philadelphia police are seeking assistance from the public to locate a suspect who allegedly raped a 16-year-old girl after establishing contact with her online.

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