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.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

August 3, 2018

Business

Ways Brewery & Restaurant in works for Glenside in 2019

by Michael Tanenbaum

A pending license for Wolf Stone Brewing would pave the way for brothers Tim and Steven Way to open The Ways Brewery & Restaurant in Glenside some time in 2019.

August 3, 2018

Business

Philadelphia airport opens Quiet Room for 'solitude or a prayer'

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia International Airport is looking to give travelers a slice of serenity away from the stress and hustle of the concourses. The airport announced this week that it has launched a new Quiet Room in order to provide a what they're calling "a place for solitude or a prayer."

August 2, 2018

Amusement Parks

Hersheypark reveals new Reese's themed ride for 2019

by Michael Tanenbaum

For their next ride, the brains behind Hersheypark have shrewdly turned to the candy company's best product: the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup.

August 2, 2018

Food & Drink

First look: Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant on tap for September debut in Philadelphia

by Michael Tanenbaum

Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant, which opened its first brewery in Newark, Del. in 1996, is set to bring its award-winning craft brew to Philadelphia on East Market Street.

August 2, 2018

Business

Comcast, Amazon reach deal to launch Prime Video on Xfinity X1 platform

by Michael Tanenbaum

Philadelphia-based cable and internet giant Comcast has entered a partnership with Amazon to launch Prime Video on the Xfinity X1 platform, the companies announced on Thursday.

August 2, 2018

Policy

Block parties in Philly now require approval from local police, which has angered some residents

by Michael Tanenbaum

If you want to throw a block party in Philadelphia, from here on out you will need to get approval from your local police district in addition to the Streets Department.

August 1, 2018

Health News

Drexel researchers develop 'crystalsome' polymer for improved intravenous drug delivery

by Michael Tanenbaum

Scientists at Drexel University are making progress in the development of a new capsule that can durably transport medicine through the bloodstream to target physical ailments intravenously.

August 1, 2018

Investigations

Police: Toddler killed in pit bull attack in Port Richmond

by Michael Tanenbaum

A2-year-old Philadelphia boy was killed when two pit bulls attacked him at his family's residence in Port Richmond on Wednesday, Philly police said.

August 1, 2018

Weather

Maryland officials hammer Pennsylvania for trash in Chesapeake Bay

by Michael Tanenbaum

A week after torrential rains caused severe flooding across large parts of central and eastern Pennsylvania, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan isn't too pleased with what's appearing in his state's backyard.

August 1, 2018

Social Media

Former Phillies ace Curt Schilling gets into Twitter beef with passenger on flight

by Michael Tanenbaum

Former Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Curt Schilling is still taking flak for the failed video game company he attempted to launch with financial support from the state of Rhode Island. A recent argument on Twitter shows the conservative Breitbart host is willing to punch back.