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.
September 9, 2024
Transportation
Could widening the Blue Route's shoulders solve the highway's rush-hour traffic problems?
PennDOT plans to widen the left shoulders on Interstate-476, creating temporary third lanes on the northbound and southbound sides of the highway during rush-hour and other peak travel times. The project is planned along a 9-mile stretch from West Chester Pike south to where the Blue Route connects to I-95 in Chester. Construction could begin as soon as 2027, with a goal to complete the temporary lanes by 2030.September 6, 2024
Obituaries
Funeral service for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau to be held Monday at Delaware County church
The family of former NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, will have a funeral service for them at Saint Mary Magdalen Church in Upper Providence, Pennsylvania at noon on Monday, Sept. 9. The two brothers were killed last Thursday night by a suspected drunk driver who struck them as they rode their bikes on a road in their home state of New Jersey near where they grew up in Salem County.September 6, 2024
Investigations
A 16-year-old is charged in fatal drive-by shooting of West Philly rapper YBC Dul
A 16-year-old has been charged with homicide in the fatal shooting of Abdul Vicks, the West Philadelphia rapper and gang leader known as YBC Dul. Vicks, 25, was killed in a.drive-by shooting in Olney on Aug. 23. The teen is also accused of two separate shootings in August, including another homicide.September 6, 2024
Investigations
2 people killed in head-on collision on Route 55 in Gloucester County
Two people were killed in a crash in Mantua Township, Gloucester County on Thursday morning when a wrong-way driver entered the northbound lanes of Route 55 and collided with an oncoming car, New Jersey State Police said. Stanley Kahana, 62, of Philadelphia, and Jennifer Huffnel, 53, of Deptford, were killed.September 5, 2024
Travel
American Airlines to add international flights from Philly to Edinburgh and Milan
American Airlines will add Milan and Edinburgh, Scotland, to its list of European destinations out of Philadelphia International Airport next year. The carrier, which will have 17 European destinations in 2025, will also extend seasonal service to Athens, Greece, and Naples, Italy.September 5, 2024
Transportation
SEPTA wants to eliminate fare discounts to help close its budget shortfall
SEPTA is proposing fare adjustments that include getting rid of the transit discount offered to those who use SEPTA Key cards and other contactless payment methods to ride its subways, buses and trolleys. All transit riders would pay $2.50 instead of the $2 rate now offered to those who use methods other than cash and Quik Trip cards. The proposal also includes fair changes on Regional Rail.September 5, 2024
Investigations
A blaze that destroyed the Fire Chief's Memorial in Norristown is ruled arson
The Aug. 28 fire at that destroyed a century-old bandshell structure at Norristown's Elmwood Park was ruled an arson, authorities said. The bandshell served as a memorial to the city's fire department chiefs over the years and was a hub for summer concerts, movies and Fourth of July celebrations. Officials said they plan to have the memorial rebuilt.September 4, 2024
Development
76ers say they'll 'seriously' look at New Jersey's pitch for Camden arena as alternative to Center City
The Philadelphia 76ers said Tuesday that the team is now taking a legitimate look at the possibility of constructing a new arena on the Delaware River waterfront in Camden as an alternative to the proposed project on Market Street in Center City. New Jersey officials formally pitched the site of a former state prison as a location for a new arena, touting the possibility of significant tax incentives as part of a larger residential and entertainment district north of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge.September 4, 2024
Real Estate
A New Jersey house for sale includes 4 bedrooms, a pool — and 3 alpacas
A 30-acre property for sale in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey includes three male alpacas – if they buyers want them. The Southern-style plantation home, originally built as a horse farm, most recently served as the Winding Creek Alpaca Farm. The property, listed for $1.5 million, borders Riverbend County Park.September 4, 2024
Investigations
Federal prosecutors in Philly say Russian government is behind online plot to meddle in U.S. politics
Federal investigators in Philadelphia revealed Wednesday they have seized more than 30 internet domains allegedly tied to a Russian government-backed plot to meddle in U.S. politics and influence public opinion on issues including the war in Ukraine. The case is part of wider Justice Department probe into Russia's alleged efforts to interfere in November's election, a concern that also loomed over each of the last two presidential races.Just In
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