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.
February 4, 2016
Education
Philadelphia commission unveils $60M annual pre-K plan
An educational commission formed by former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter to develop a citywide plan for universal pre-kindergarten has released a report outlining a $60 million-per-year proposal that will ensure high-quality, affordable and accessible programs for the city's 42,500 preschool-aged children.February 4, 2016
Marriage
Philly tech couple gets engaged in heartwarming moment at El Bar
The wonderful El Bar in Fishtown is a rare exception to the rule that if you repeat the same actions over and over again, you shouldn't expect different results. Pleasantly unusual things tend to happen at the N. Front Street watering hole on a nightly basis, and last week it was a marriage proposal between two members of Philadelphia's thriving tech community.February 3, 2016
Social Media
Facebook shuts down New Jersey medical marijuana pages
Less than one week after Facebook cracked down on private firearms sales, the world's largest social network has shut down three of New Jersey's five medical marijuana dispensaries as part of its policy banning promotion of drug use.February 3, 2016
Transportation
Sources: NJ Transit rail workers likely to go on strike
After five years of unsuccessful negotiations with NJ Transit, a coalition of 17 rail unions appears to be on the brink of a "soft strike" in March, marking potentially the first NJ Transit work stoppage since March 1983 when employees walked off for 34 days.February 3, 2016
Investigation
Philadelphia controller finds systemic delays in Mail Distribution Center
A new report from the Philadelphia Controller's Office details systemic mismanagement in the city's Mail Distribution Center that has impacted tens of thousands of Philadelphians, according to estimates.February 3, 2016
Entertainment
Danny DeVito nearly drowns during 'It's Always Sunny' shoot
The "incredibly buoyant" Danny DeVito, as described by 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' co-star Charlie Day, nearly drowned during filming for an episode in the recently debuted season 11 of the FXX comedy.February 3, 2016
Marriage
At Philly restaurant, Bills LB proposes to girlfriend with terminal cancer
On Monday, less than two months after Brittany Burns was diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer, she died an engaged woman who led a campaign to create a charity for others facing similar hardships.February 3, 2016
Restaurants
Five great spots for dim sum in Philly
The Cantonese traditional cuisine dim sum has its roots in historical roadside establishments that served Chinese travelers and rural workers tea and dumplings to keep them energized through their journeys and labor. In its modern form, dim sum is an inviting meal format in which dumplings, buns, meats, and vegetables are served from roving steam table trolleys, allowing for a taste of the many variations on ancient Chinese specialties. Next time you're in the mood for Chinese food, let the thirty or so menus you have lay where they lie and try out these four great Philly dim sum restaurants.January 31, 2016
Investigation
Paterson school probes teacher for concealed sex allegations
A teacher at Don Bosco Technical Academy in Paterson, N.J. has been suspended amid allegations that he had sexual contact with multiple students during a previous teaching job in New York City.January 31, 2016
Restaurants
Double Knot coffee bar set to open, serving skewers by night
Coffee lovers in Philadelphia can add a new shop to their to-do list beginning on Feb. 2 with the grand opening of Double Knot in Midtown Village, a coffee bar that will transform into a Japanese-style izakaya by night.Just In
- LeBron James ruled out for Sixers-Raptors on Thursday
- 30th Street Station's South Concourse reopens as Amtrak readies to unveil new food and retail options
- Openings & Closings: Dick's House of Sport kicks off and a Graduate Hospital fast-casual staple wraps up
- Philly teachers union says it can prevent school closures with $25 million. The district says the cost is 12 times higher
- Philly planted 18,581 trees over past three years, placing it 'on track' to reach goals to grow canopy
- Fantasy football Week 10 start/sit advice
- Glow-in-the-dark Cosmic Baseball is coming to Citizens Bank Park
- Old City will celebrate the holidays with historic home tours on Elfreth's Alley and a car-free Third Street Sip & Stroll
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