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 21, 2025
Business
Wawa plans another retro store with gas station in Wildwood
Wawa will build a new store with a gas station in Wildwood that has a design paying homage to the legacy of doo-wop architecture that became a signature of the barrier island's motels in the 1960s.April 18, 2025
Business
With tariffs looming, car dealers see 'sugar rush' of sales as buyers race to beat price hikes
Car dealerships in the Philadelphia region are advertising pre-tariff sales as the industry braces for higher vehicle prices in the coming months. New car sales surged in March, and the Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia says the uncertainty is pushing many buyers to act now.April 18, 2025
Business
John's Water Ice to open shop on boardwalk in North Wildwood
South Philly staple John's Water Ice plans to open a storefront on the boardwalk in North Wildwood in the coming months. The shop will become the third new location to open this year, including a second location in South Philadelphia and another a few blocks from Logan Square that opened in April.April 17, 2025
Media
Lee Corso is retiring from 'College GameDay.' In 2002, he dressed as Ben Franklin and predicted a Penn victory.
After nearly four decades on ESPN's 'College GameDay,' football analyst Lee Corso announced Thursday he's retiring. Corso, who famously picked games by wearing headgear of team mascots, had a memorable appearance in Philly in 2002. Dressed as Ben Franklin, Corso picked Penn before the Quakers defeated Harvard 44-9 at Franklin Field.April 17, 2025
Business
Mediterranean restaurant Leo to replace shuttered Volvér at Kimmel Center
Leo, a new restaurant offering Mediterranean fare, will debut at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts this spring. It will take over the space of Jose Garces' Volvér, which operated there for a decade. Leo is named after former Philadelphia Orchestra music director Leopold Stokowski and will be led by executive chef Chris Cryer of Rhubarb Hospitality Collection.April 16, 2025
TV
'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' gang will scheme to start boy band in 'Abbott Elementary' crossover
The second part of the crossover between 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' and 'Abbott Elementary' will premier July 9 at 9 p.m. on FXX. The episode will take a raunchier turn as it enters the arena of the 'Always Sunny' gang, who are heading into the show's 17th season this summer.April 16, 2025
Investigations
Man accused of setting fire to Josh Shapiro's home cited governor's views on Palestinians, police say
The suspect charged with setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's Harrisburg home on Sunday allegedly called 911 and cited the governor's views on Palestinians, according to a search warrant. Cody Balmer, 38, fled the property and later called 911 to surrender to police, authorities said.April 16, 2025
Business
Soul food restaurant Amina to replace SIN in Northern Liberties
Amina is moving from Old City to a much larger space in Northern Liberties that, until last week, housed the steakhouse SIN. Amina owner Felicia Wilson and Chef Darryl Harmon opened in Amina three years ago, earning praise for their fusion of Southern soul food and West African influences.April 15, 2025
Business
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City to add mini golf course with a bar, more new restaurants
The Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic city is adding a mini golf course with a bar, several new restaurants and 559 revamped guest rooms as part of a $50 million renovation project. That's in addition to the two Stephen Starr restaurants opening there.April 15, 2025
Courts
Driver who fatally struck CHOP doctor on her bike pleads guilty to DUI
Michael Vahey, the driver who fatally striking CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes on her bike in Center City last July, pleaded guilty Tuesday to homicide by vehicle, DUI and related offenses. Vahey was speeding and had a blood-alcohol concentration more than twice the legal limit, prosecutors said.Just In
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