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.
March 3, 2016
Investigation
Police: Man fatally shot in West Oak Lane
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was fatally shot Thursday night in the West Oak Lane section of North Philadelphia.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
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.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.February 28, 2016
Lawsuits
Pennsylvania sues Delaware over $10.3 million in uncashed checks
The state of Pennsylvania has filed a federal lawsuit against Delaware claiming that its southern neighbor is holding $10.3 million in uncashed MoneyGram checks that should be returned as unclaimed property.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.Just In
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- Flyers get Jamie Drysdale's extension done, for four years at $6.5 million per
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