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.
June 13, 2024
Wildlife
Rare beaked whale found dead on Jersey Shore beach
A rare beaked whale was found dead Thursday morning on a beach in Spring Lake, New Jersey, in Monmouth County, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center. The animal was taken to a wildlife lab in Trenton to undergo a necropsy that will determine the cause of death.June 13, 2024
2024 Election
Joseph Salerno wins Democratic primary for N.J.'s 2nd District
Joseph Salerno has defeated Tim Alexander in the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District. He will face incumbent Republican Jeff Van Drew in the general election. The outcome of the primary hung in the balance due to a group of mail-in ballots that were mistakenly opened before Election Day. A judge ruled they should be counted.June 13, 2024
Investigations
Tanker truck fire that led to I-95 collapse was likely caused by fuel spilling from unsecured hatch, report says
The fuel truck fire that caused a portion of an I-95 overpass to collapse in Northeast Philly on June 11, 2023, was intensified by an unsecured hatch that allowed about 2,500 gallons of gas and ethanol to spill from the overturned vehicle, according to an investigation report released Thursday.June 12, 2024
TV
A second season of 'Mare of Easttown' is in 'early discussions,' HBO exec says
HBO's crime drama 'Mare of Easttown' could return for Season 2, according to a network executive. Discussion are underway with star Kate Winslet and creator Brad Ingelsby. The 2021 limited series drew rave reviews for its depictions of a gritty community in Delaware County and a murder investigation that turned the town upside down.June 12, 2024
Government
Delaware County drops plan for mental health facility at former Don Guanella school
Delaware County will no longer pursue a plan to open a mental health treatment facility on a portion of the future Delco Woods park in Marple Township. The 213-acre site, formerly the Don Guanella school, was acquired by eminent domain to be turned into an open space. Plans to use a portion of it for mental health services drew heavy opposition.June 11, 2024
Real Estate
A 19th century mansion in Montgomery County is being given away for free ... under one condition
A 190-year-old mansion in Montgomery County can only be spared from demolition if it's moved off a sprawling property in Limerick near the Philadelphia Premium Outlets. The Eastern Pennsylvania Preservation Society is promoting the abandoned home as free to anyone who can move it to a new location.June 11, 2024
Investigations
South Jersey man arrested for stowing baby deer in shopping bag, police say
A Mays Landing man was arrested for hiding a baby deer inside a shopping bag outside a ShopRite in Stafford Township, police said. Officers allegedly found the animal when it poked its head out of the man's grocery bag. Matthew Keithley, 23, was also charged with possession of crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia.June 11, 2024
Investigations
ICE raids in Philly, New York, Los Angeles result in arrests of 8 with suspected ties to ISIS
Eight foreign nationals from Tajikistan were arrested during raids by U.S. ICE agents in Philadelphia, New York City and Los Angeles. The men are suspected of having ties to the terrorist group ISIS and potentially could be deported, authorities saidJune 10, 2024
Crime
Philly police to enter enforcement phase of city's plan targeting drugs, violence in Kensington
Philadelphia police will embark on a new strategy to target crime in Kensington, where the city has emphasized addressing quality of life concerns since Mayor Cherelle Parker took office in January. The department plans to deploy 75 officers to work on the ground in the neighborhood, Commissioner Kevin Bethel said.June 10, 2024
Entertainment
Shane Gillis to perform stand-up at Wells Fargo Center in October
Comedian Shane Gillis will perform at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on Friday, Oct. 18. The Mechanicsburg native has had a breakout year, hosting "Saturday Night Live" in February — five years after he was fired from the show — and debuting his new Netflix series "Tires."Just In
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- Philly issues over 80 stop work orders to contractor it says created an 'alter ego' company to evade penalties
- Ben Simmons is into pro fishing now
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