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 9, 2016
Hotels
Avalon's landmark Golden Inn to reopen after $15 million renovation
The historic Golden Inn, a local landmark in Avalon for more than 50 years, is reaching the end of a $15 million renovation project and expects to reopen to guests as soon as June, according to a spokeswoman with the hotel's new ownership group.May 9, 2016
Obituaries
Pennsylvania's oldest resident (as far as we know) dies at 113
A woman believed to be the oldest person in the great state of Pennsylvania died Saturday at the age of 113.May 9, 2016
Crime
Three girls charged in beating death of Wilmington high school student
Three female students have been charged in connection to the fatal beating of 16-year-old Amy Joyner-Francis in a bathroom at Howard High School on April 21.May 9, 2016
Politics
Rendell denies saying Sanders supporters 'better behave' at Philly DNC
Former Philadelphia mayor and Pennsylvania governor Ed Rendell has a message for supporters of Bernie Sanders: They have to "behave and not cause trouble" at July's event.May 9, 2016
Environment
Connor Barwin plants a tree named 'Bud' in Fishtown
Eagles defensive end Connor Barwin, fresh off his promise that Sam Bradford would return to the team, was in Fishtown on Monday to plant a tree in support of Philadelphia's 2016 TreeTrek contest.May 8, 2016
Search
Coast Guard suspends search for missing jet skier in Delaware River
The U.S. Coast Guard and several local agencies have suspended their search for a jet skier who went missing Saturday night in the Delaware River.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 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
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
Arrests
Pair charged in officer-involved shooting in Southwest Philadelphia
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