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.
June 15, 2021
Investigations
Man charged with possessing Molotov cocktail during New Year's Eve vandalism of Philly federal buildings
Jacob Dean Robotin, 25, of Willow Grove, was charged with possessing a fire bomb, also known as a Molotov cocktail, during a vandalism spree targeting federal buildings in Philadelphia last New Year's Eve. The Federal Detention Center and Robert C. Nix Federal Building both were damaged that night and Philadelphia police arrested at least seven people, including Robotin.June 15, 2021
Investigations
Pilot killed in small plane crash in wooded area of Doylestown
A pilot died Tuesday morning in a small plane crashed into a wooded area of Doylestown, about two miles away from the airport in Bucks County. The pilot was the only person aboard the single-engine Vans RV-6A. An investigation is being handled by the FAA and the NTSB.June 15, 2021
Investigations
Philly man surrenders in girlfriend's fatal stabbing at Atlantic City casino, police say
Atlantic County prosecutors are searching for Frankie Lane, 59, of Philadelphia, who has been charged with homicide and weapons offenses in the fatal stabbing of his girlfriend at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on June 11, 2021. Sharon Whaley, 57, was found dead inside her Atlantic City hotel room with multiple stab wounds.June 15, 2021
Wildlife
Great white shark caught, released by fishermen off coast of Seaside Heights
Sport fishermen in the water near Seaside Heights, New Jersey, caught and released a juvenile great white shark on June 13, 2021. A video of the catch posted on Facebook shows the 7-foot-long shark beside the Reel Innovation Sportfishing boat.June 15, 2021
Development
Delaware County moves to acquire Don Guanella School land by eminent domain and preserve space as park
Delaware County Council plans to use eminent domain to acquire the 213-acre former Don Guanella School property in Marple Township owned by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Officials want to preserve the open space, creating Delaware County's largest public park. Four separate development proposals for the site were rejected by the township and residents.June 14, 2021
Accidents
Two people hospitalized after log flume malfunctions at Six Flags Great Adventure
Two guests at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey, were hospitalized on Sunday after the theme park's Log Flume ride malfunctioned, a spokesperson said. The popular ride has been shut down pending a full inspection.June 14, 2021
Government
As Philly police seize more illegal ATVs and dirt bikes, Krasner seeks a 'bigger solution'
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner urged city leaders to find creative ways to approach the problems caused by illegal dirt bikes and ATVs. He spoke in the wake of a deadly shooting in Port Richmond on Saturday night, when 21-year-old dirt bike rider Angel Rodriguez was shot multiple times during a large gathering of dirt bikes and motorcycles.June 14, 2021
Food & Drink
New Wawa at base of Platt Bridge will be chain's only Philly location to sell beer
Wawa's newest store at 2600 Penrose Ave., at the base of the Platt Bridge in South Philly will be the only location in the city to sell beer when It opens on Thursday, June 17. The grand opening of the 'Stadium Store' will promote Philadelphia's bid to be a host city in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.June 12, 2021
Investigations
Two people shot at Federal Donuts in North Philly; one of the injured is a 14-year-old, police say
A 14-year-old boy and a 27-year-old man were shot Thursday afternoon at the Federal Donuts store in North Philadelphia, police said. The shooting happened just after 1 p.m. at the popular doughnut shop at the intersection of North Seventh Street and Fairmount Avenue, three blocks north of Spring Garden Street. Authorities said the teen was shot twice in the left leg and had been transported to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in stable condition.June 11, 2021
Investigations
Homeowner found dead after explosions, fires in Eagleville police standoff
Thomas Razzi, 65, was found dead in his home after a series of explosions and fired followed a police standoff in Eagleville on Thursday, June 10, 2021, Montgomery County prosecutors said. Two other homes were destroyed and another three were damaged. Razzi, 65, had brandished a gun earlier when township code enforcement officer arrived to perform a follow-up inspection for known hoarding conditions.Just In
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