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.
April 1, 2022
Entertainment
Go-kart racetrack opening in May at Atlantic City's Showboat
The Raceway at Lucky Snake, a new go-cart track at the Showboat in Atlantic City, will debut in May 2022 at the non-gambling entertainment center. The electric indoor racetrack will cover about 40,000 square feet and invite drivers to navigate the course in custom-made Italian go-karts. The track's neon-lit design will have an "escaping Las Vegas" theme. Led by Philadelphia developer Bart Blatstein's Tower Investments, the former casino has been transformed in recent years, with plans to open a massive indoor waterpark next door in 2023.April 1, 2022
Celebrities
Actor William H. Macy spotted at 3 Sisters Park restaurant in Lancaster County
Actor William H. Macy was spotted at the 3 Sisters Park Thai and Cambodian restaurant in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. The 72-year-old actor and his wife Felicity Huffman have relatives in Lancaster County and have been spotted in the area a few times over the years. Macy's latest acting role is in the Hulu miniseries "The Dropout," which documents the fall of Elizabeth Holmes, the former CEO of disgraced biotech company Theranos.March 31, 2022
Investigations
Bucks County pizza shop owner charged with killing partner, plotting to bury his body in backyard
Anna Maria Tolomello, the owner of Pina's Pizza in Chalfont, Bucks County, is charged with homicide and related offenses in the fatal shooting of her long-term partner and co-owner, 65-year-old Giovanni Gallina. Tolomello allegedly shot Gallina in the head at the couple's home on March 16. She is accused of hiring someone to dig a hole to bury Gallina on the couple's property. Investigators intervened when Gallina's family reported him missing. His body was found wrapped in a tarp in the master bedroom of the home, prosectors said.March 31, 2022
Food & Drink
Dim Sum House by Jane G's opening new restaurant in Northern Liberties
Dim Sum House by Jane G's is slated to open a third Philadelphia restaurant at 1214 N. American Street in the area of Fishtown and Northern Liberties. The other two locations are in University CIty and Center City. Jane Guo and Jackson Fu, the masterful team behind one of Philadelphia's top dim sum restaurants, announced the upcoming location will have a large outdoor dining space.March 29, 2022
Investigations
Video shows fiery scene of multi-car crash during snow squall on I-81 in Pennsylvania
A snow squall in Pennsylvania on Monday led to a multi-car crash involving up to 60 vehicles on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County. Video from the scene shows as cars skidding and colliding with other vehicles and a tractor-trailer that caught fire on the highway. The crash led to closures of I-81 North while emergency crews and firefighters worked to get the situation under control. At least five people were confirmed dead and two dozen others were hospitalized.March 29, 2022
Development
Work begins on restoration of North Philly's historic 'Boner 4ever' building
The restoration of the historic Beury Building in North Philadelphia, best-known as the "Boner 4Ever" building on North Broad Street, is now underway after delays to previous redevelopment plans. The 14-story high-rise, built in 1927, will be redone as a 138-room Marriott Hotel with new restaurants and a rooftop bar. A residential building is planned for a later stage and will include a mix of affordable and market rate projects to go with community spaces. The project is led by Shift Capital and the Wankawala Organization.March 29, 2022
Investigations
Body found in wooded area of park in Delaware County, police say
Chester police are investigating after a dead body was found Monday in a wooded area of Deshong Park in Delaware County. Authorities did not provide information about the identity or gender of the person who was found. An investigation into the incident remains ongoing.March 29, 2022
Investigations
Driver charged with homicide in DUI crash that killed 3-year-old in Brewerytown
Timothy Robinson, 62, is charged with homicide by vehicle and related offenses in the death of a three-year-old child who was struck in a March 28 crash near the intersection of 30th Street and West Girard Avenue. Investigators say Robinson was driving under the influence of an unnamed substance. The child was pronounced dead at Temple University Hospital. The child's mother, who was also at the scene, managed to escaped without serious injury.March 28, 2022
Eagles
Eagles 2022 NFL Draft hat unveiled as countdown continues in pivotal offseason
The Philadelphia Eagles 2022 NFL Draft hat is now available from Fanatics with just over a month to go before the event unfolds in Las Vegas. The Eagles hold three first round draft picks this year, making it one of the most important drafts Philadelphia has had in years.March 28, 2022
Investigations
15-year-old Wissinoming boy, shot while getting water out of father's car, dies from injuries
Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of 15-year-old Sean Toomey, who was struck by gunfire outside his family's home in the Wissinoming section of the city on March 24. The incident happened shortly after two men unsuccessfully attempted to break in to the car of a neighbor. Toomey, who was outside getting water from his father's car, was struck in the head by a bullet and died the following day. Authorities are investigating whether the two incidents were linked and whether Toomey was targeted.Just In
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