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.
July 10, 2016
Drones
WATCH: Mini-montage from drone at Penn Park
One of Philadelphia's less-discussed parks — and granted, there's a lot of competition — is the University of Pennsylvania's Penn Park at South 31st and Walnut Streets.July 10, 2016
Celebrities
Kevin Hart: 'Don't let the media start a race war'
In the midst of nationwide protests over last week's police killings of minorities and the targeted sniper attack in Dallas, Philadelphia-born actor and comedian Kevin Hart took to social media this weekend to warn against the dangers of a media-fueled "race war."July 7, 2016
Development
Is another new Wawa on its way to South Street?
Just a few months after Wawa announced it would construct its seventh Philadelphia store at 19th and Market Streets, a new report hints that the region's king of convenience stores could open an eighth location in southwest Center City.July 7, 2016
NBA
Pat Croce reveals epic 'Hollywood' stunt dashed by 2001 NBA Finals
In an alternate historical universe, former Sixers owner Pat Croce would most likely be a new age spiritual pirate. Seriously, if you haven't paid any attention to Croce since he left the team in 2001, he's started a mini-empire of pirate-themed restaurants down in Key West and opened a Pirate and Treasure Museum in St. Augustine.July 7, 2016
Business
Target planning next store location in Roxborough
If Target has been zeroing in on a bullseye for expansion, it would appear now that they've decisively picked the Philadelphia metro area.July 7, 2016
Restaurants
For 40th anniversary, Center City restaurant offering 1976 prices all summer
If you're planning a special night out for an Italian dinner in the near future, you may want to clear your schedule for a Monday or Tuesday night. To celebrate their 40th anniversary, the owners of La Famiglia Ristorante on South Front Street will be offering the full menu at 1976 prices through the end of August.July 6, 2016
Restaurants
SliCE to change course with organic pizzeria in Fishtown
Fishtown is already home to the "best pizza in America" at Pizzeria Beddia, but it's rare that anyone would ever object to more pizza. If anybody can make a run for the same distinction, it's Marlo and Jason Dilks of SliCE, who are gearing to open up their fourth Philly pizza shop in Fishtown next month.July 6, 2016
Investigation
North Wildwood police seek stolen flag honoring Philadelphia Vietnam War veteran
The North Wildwood Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to locate a stolen American flag that was raised on Independence Day in honor of a Vietnam War veteran who grew up in the Philadelphia area.July 6, 2016
Accidents
Tesla Model X crashes in Autopilot mode on Pennsylvania Turnpike
The Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the crash of a Tesla Model X that lost control while in autopilot mode last week on the Pennsylvania Turnpike.July 6, 2016
Hospitals
Jefferson, Aria complete merger of health systems
Jefferson and Aria Health have completed their massive healthcare system merger to form a $4.5 billion organization that factors into a much larger transformation that will eventually encompass 11 hospitals across the region.Just In
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