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 22, 2021
Development
Developer proposes apartments, artist industrial space in West Kensington
The Yorks Arts building is a project proposed in Philadelphia's West Kensington neighborhood that would include 127 apartments and artist industrial space. The proposed site for building is at 1901 York St., a few minutes away from the York-Dauphin Station of SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line.April 22, 2021
Pets
Philly dog owners can treat their pets to Franklin Fountain's new canine ice cream sandwiches
Franklin Fountain in Old City will sell Fido Freezers — ice cream sandwiches for dogs — starting April 23 at 116 Market St. The treats use non-dairy coconut ice cream and gluten-free cookies suitable for canine consumption.April 22, 2021
Lottery
$1 million scratch-off lottery ticket sold at CVS in Northeast Philly
A winning $1 Million Jackpot Party scratch-off ticket was sold at the CVS Pharmacy at 1301 Rhawn St. in Northeast Philadelphia, according to Pennsylvania Lottery officials.April 21, 2021
TV
'Mare of Easttown' wardrobe was based on people in Wawa checkout lines, director says
"Mare of Easttown," HBO's new detective drama set in the Philly area, drew inspiration from the clothing regular people were seen wearing at Wawa stores in the area, according to director Craig Zobel. The seven-episode series starring Kate Winslet airs Sunday nights at 10 p.m.April 21, 2021
Investigations
Remains of Amish teen Linda Stoltzfoos found in Lancaster County, prosecutors say
The remains of Linda Stoltzfoos, the18-year-old Amish woman who disappeared last June, have been found in a rural area of eastern Lancaster County, prosecutors announced. The discovery comes after an intensive search spanning 10 months. Justo Smoker, 35, was charged in December with kidnapping and killing Stoltzfoos.April 21, 2021
Music
Philly rocker Kurt Vile moves to Verve Records, plans next album
Philadelphia-based folk rocker Kurt Vile has signed with Verve Records, a label that has previously been home to New York legends the Velvet Underground and prolific innovator Frank Zappa. Vile was previously signed with Matador Records, where he spent more than a decade.April 21, 2021
Investigations
30 people charged in N.J. drug bust, including three who allegedly killed youth football coach
At least 30 people have been indicted in a large-scale drug distribution organization in Atlantic County following a four-year investigation, prosecutors said. Three of the defendants also are accused of conspiring in the fatal shooting of Desmond Tally, an Atlantic City and Pleasantville youth football coach, in Feb. 2019.April 21, 2021
Weather
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect across Philly region
A severe thunderstorm watch will remain in effect across the Philadelphia region until 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. The storms could produce strong wind gusts and small hail, forecasters say. Temperatures will plunge into the mid-30s by Thursday morning.April 20, 2021
Investigations
Four-alarm brush fire breaks out along North Philly train tracks
A four-alarm brush fire broke out in the Hunting Park neighborhood of North Philadelphia on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Firefighters responded to the scene to battle the blaze, which impacted several vehicles and buildings in the area and resulted in travel disruptions.April 20, 2021
Investigations
Ocean City Beach Patrol under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct
The Cape May County Prosecutor's Office is investigating anonymous allegations made on Instagram that members of the Ocean City Beach Patrol have engaged in predatory behavior and sexual harassment against underage women in the Jersey Shore town.Just In
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