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 2, 2016

Development

Wendy's planned for corner property at Broad and Snyder

After a few years of speculation about the fate of the former Beneficial Bank building at Broad and Snyder streets in South Philadelphia, it was revealed Wednesday that the site will become a Wendy's location.

March 2, 2016

Investigation

Police: Masked men rob Northeast Philly barbershop

Philadelphia police are investigating after four masked men robbed a barbershop at gunpoint Wednesday afternoon in Northeast Philadelphia.

March 2, 2016

Lifestyle

Five Old City activities for National 'Old Stuff' Day

It will almost certainly come as news, even if you don't live under a rock, that the United States unofficially celebrates March 2 as National Old Stuff Day. The people who produce these calendars are not really sure why, but, hey, why not?

March 2, 2016

Development

Drexel partners with Brandywine Realty Trust on visionary Schuylkill Yards project

Drexel University and Brandywine Realty Trust have announced a partnership on a major development in University City that will transform a 14-acre corridor into an innovation hub combining entrepreneurial ventures, educational facilities, hospitality and cultural venues, and open public spaces. 

March 2, 2016

Fundraisers

Reading Terminal Market raises $200,000 in one night

If any sliver of doubt remained about the popularity of Reading Terminal Market following its leadership transition last summer, the guests who attended last month's annual Party for the Market fundraiser have definitively put it rest.

March 2, 2016

Arrests

Police: Man arrested for posing as N.J. trooper, stalking dancer

Police in Fairfield, New Jersey have arrested a man who allegedly impersonated a New Jersey State Police trooper and attempted to pull over a dancer at a gentleman's club in Vineland.

March 2, 2016

Investigation

Man struck in N.J. Turnpike hit-and-run provides clues to police

New Jersey State Police have released a sketch of suspected hit-and-run driver who critically injured a man last month on the New Jersey Turnpike.

February 28, 2016

Investigation

Police: Two teens shot by drive-by gunmen in Grays Ferry

Philadelphia police are investigating after two teenagers were targeted in a drive-by shooting Sunday afternoon in the Grays Ferry section of South Philadelphia.

February 28, 2016

Investigation

Two employees wounded in stabbings at West Philadelphia bar

Philadelphia police are investigating after two employees of a West Philadelphia bar were stabbed early Sunday morning following a pair of altercations.

February 28, 2016

Transportation

Analysis: Philly public transportation ranks ninth in the United States

A new analysis of public transportation systems in cities across the United States places Philadelphia at number nine, citing its high volume of work commuters and a full suite of options including underground subways, street-level trolleys, buses, and commuter rails. 

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