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.
November 22, 2017
Crime
Young married couple arrested in Plymouth Township drug deal stabbing
Authorities in Montgomery County have arrested a husband and wife who allegedly stabbed a man to death Monday night after arranging to buy heroin from him in Plymouth Township.November 22, 2017
Celebrities
In court docs, embattled Meek Mill quotes Bruce Springsteen lyric
Meek Mill's surprise imprisonment earlier this month drew protesters to Center City and garnered support from a star-studded list of people, Colin Kaepernick among them, who believe the rapper's punishment is unjust and excessive.November 22, 2017
Animals
Revered American bison, 20, dies at Montgomery County zoo
Montgomery County's Elmwood Park Zoo announced Wednesday that it has euthanized a 20-year-old male American bison beloved by guests and staff alike.November 21, 2017
Television
Conservative pundit and Philly native Mark Levin gets weekend show on FOX News
Conservative political commentator and author Mark Levin, a Philadelphia native who grew up in Elkins Park, will soon be hosting a weekend show on FOX News.November 21, 2017
Musicians
N.J. band Pinegrove cancels U.S. tour as singer faces sexual coercion allegation
The lead singer of indie folk band Pinegrove, a 2016 breakout formed out of Montclair, announced Tuesday that the group's upcoming U.S. tour has been canceled as he confronts an allegation of sexual coercion.November 21, 2017
Investigations
Centre County D.A.-elect sends Penn State hazing case to Pa. attorney general
Centre County District Attorney-elect Bernie Cantorna will send Penn State's Beta Theta Pi case up to the office of Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, citing potential conflicts of interest stemming from previous counsel he provided to those charged in the hazing death of sophomore Timothy Piazza.November 20, 2017
Fatalities
Philadelphia teacher mourned after death in weekend house fire
The School District of Philadelphia is mourning the loss of a beloved third-grade teacher who died in a house fire over the weekend, leaving behind children and grandchildren who attended her elementary school in Roxborough.November 20, 2017
Development
Philly moves ahead with plan for 10-acre waterfront park in Bridesburg
Philly moves forward with plan for 10-acre waterfront park in BridesburgNovember 20, 2017
Mental Health
Penn reveals steps to improve campus mental health services
The University of Pennsylvania will soon expand efforts to strengthen the quality of its campus mental health services, adding new support staff and launching a community campaign for student wellness.November 20, 2017
Television
Glenn Howerton hints at no return to 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia'
With Netflix set to lose "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" in less than a month, easy access to the life and times of Dennis Reynolds may be coming to an end.Just In
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- Liberty Flea will bring vintage finds, handmade gifts and holiday shopping to South Philly
- Kennett Square Holiday Village Market returns in December with more than 50 vendors
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