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 27, 2017
Driving
Survey: Pennsylvania drivers among rudest in United States
The evidence against Pennsylvania drivers continues to mount, this time in the form of a survey in which residents basically admitted they don't have much courtesy for others on the road.June 27, 2017
Bars
Two treasured Villanova pubs announce impending closures
A pair of dive bars popular among students at Villanova University both announced plans Tuesday to close during the summer, ending lengthy runs at their respective locations.June 27, 2017
Investigation
46 arrested in drug bust as Chester County works to curb overdose deaths
For the second time in the last three months, authorities in Chester County announced the results of another major drug bust, rounding up 46 people in a countywide undercover operation whose impact may be curbing drug overdoses relative to surrounding counties in the Delaware Valley.June 27, 2017
Media
Britt McHenry implies ESPN dropped her over conservative beliefs
As layoffs at ESPN cut deeper and deeper into the talent pool viewers have grown accustomed to watching over the years, one thread of criticism that has dogged the "Worldwide Leader" is a perceived shift toward liberal bias in its coverage of the sports world.June 26, 2017
Veterans
Pennsylvania vet told to stop blaring 'Taps' every night before 8
A Pennsylvania man who ritually pays tribute to America's fallen servicemembers must cease playing "Taps" from his outdoor home speaker system on a nightly basis, members of the Glen Rock Borough Council ruled last week.June 26, 2017
Beaches
Wildwood announces glorious debut of on-beach parking lot
After a long drive through bumper-to-bumper traffic to reach the Jersey Shore, is there any feeling more crushing than having to cruise around town endlessly looking for a place to park within striking distance of your destination?June 26, 2017
Allergies
Menacing tick with risk of human meat allergy observed in Pennsylvania
Panic over a spreading species of tick whose bite can induce a severe allergic reaction to meat may be hitting home in Pennsylvania.June 21, 2017
History
Historical marker set for West Philly site of 1985 MOVE bombing
Students from Southwest Philadelphia's private Jubilee School will be on hand Saturday for a hard-won ceremony to place at historical marker at the site of the infamous 1985 MOVE bombing, an unprecedented event that left 11 people dead and destroyed 61 rowhomes.June 21, 2017
Investigation
Police: Man fatally shot behind popular New Jersey restaurant
Authorities in Maple Shade are searching for suspects in the fatal shooting a 26-year-old man Wednesday morning behind the popular Iron Hill Brewery restaurant, prompting fears of a possible active shooter situation.June 21, 2017
Medical Marijuana
City Council members 'disappointed' Philly got overlooked for medical marijuana grower permits
A day after the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced the first 12 winners of permits to grow medical marijuana under the developing state program, two members of Philadelphia City Council expressed their disappointment that none of the city's applicants were awarded a grower-processor permit.Just In
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