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.
May 8, 2016
Public Parks
Villanova's 42-acre Stoneleigh Estate to become public garden
The Philadelphia-area is brimming with public parks and other green spaces that provide a year-round setting for both recreational pursuits and the admiration of nature. In about 18 months, visitors from across the Delaware Valley and beyond will be invited, free of charge, to take in the surroundings of Villanova's Stoneleigh Estate, a 42-acre plot recently sold by the heirs of the philanthropic Haas family.May 8, 2016
Entertainment
SNL gives shout out to Philly Jesus after Apple Store arrest
Philly Jesus has ascended to the pinnacle of his reenacting career: "Saturday Night Live."May 8, 2016
Arrests
Pair charged in officer-involved shooting in Southwest Philadelphia
Philadelphia police have announced charges against two men allegedly involved in Tuesday's police shooting in Southwest Philadelphia.May 8, 2016
CHOP
CHOP, Philadelphia launch trailblazing Community Health and Literacy Center
After nearly four years in the making, the City of Philadelphia and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia have launched their their landmark $42.5 million Community Health and Literacy Center in South Philadelphia.May 8, 2016
Arrests
Camden police arrest suspected accomplice in funeral home shooting
A Camden man believed to be an accomplice in the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Jonathan Vasquez, who was attacked Thursday morning while waiting in line for his grandmother's funeral, was arrested Sunday in connection to what authorities have described as a "targeted" killing.May 5, 2016
Odd News
N.J. man charged for making up bogus story about gunpoint robbery
A New Jersey man has been charged with filing a false police report after he told authorities he was robbed at gunpoint on Monday by an imposing man with a British accent.May 5, 2016
Development
SugarHouse Casino to cut ribbon on $164 million expansion
Philadelphia's SugarHouse Casino will officially cut the ribbon next Monday in Fishtown to mark the conclusion of a $164 million expansion completed over a nearly two-year period.May 5, 2016
Arrests
Lansdowne man arrested for possession of child pornography
A Lansdowne Borough man has been arrested and charged with 50 felony counts of possession of child pornography, dissemination of child pornography and criminal use of a communications facility, Delaware County District Attorney Jack Whelan announced Thursday.May 5, 2016
Bakeries
Barry's Buns open for business in Chestnut Hill
Among all the world's various desserts and delicacies that are impossible to avoid — cookies, ice cream, cake, baklava, scones, etc. — arguably none produce more tantalizing wafts than sticky buns. They're an efficient mall shopper's best worst nightmare and an elementary school kid's dietary downfall.May 5, 2016
Philly Jesus
Philly Jesus explaineth his arrest at Apple Store in Center City
Philly Jesus, free again to roam the earth after Monday night's arrest, hath spoken: He wants to clear up exactly what went down at the Apple Store in Center City.Just In
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