Michael Tanenbaum

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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 7, 2015

Shootings

Police: One man killed, two injured in Kensington shooting

One man was killed and two others were injured in triple shooting in Kensington Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.

August 7, 2015

Snacks

Tastykake launches new line of Mini Cupcakes

Philadelphia's favorite pastry maker, Tastykake, is expanding its delicious roster of treats with a brand new line of Mini Cupcakes that will make you think twice before you reflexively yoink a packet of Butterscotch Krimpets next time you're at the supermarket.

August 7, 2015

Beauty

Cosmetics maker Sephora testing out $10 subscription boxes

Cosmetics chain Sephora is gearing up to launch a test run of a subscription-based service that will send collections of its products to the doorsteps of customers for a monthly fee of $10.

August 7, 2015

Shooting

DA: Cinnaminson teen fatally shot by police stole 81 guns from shop

DA: Cinnaminson teen fatally shot by police stole 81 guns

August 7, 2015

Telecom

Verizon drops annual contracts, unveils new rate plans

Telecom giant Verizon announced Friday that it will ditch its two-year cell phone service contracts in favor of a new plan that allows customers to choose from a range of tiered data packages that are priced according to usage across multiple devices.

August 6, 2015

Restaurants

Anastasi family bringing raw bar to Manayunk

Classic raw bar to open on Main Street in the fall

August 6, 2015

Investigations

Video: Police seek suspect for aggravated assault in Glenwood

Philadelphia's Northwest Detective Division is seeking help from the public to locate a suspect in an aggravated assault that occurred in Glenwood late on Tuesday night, August 4.

August 6, 2015

Recreation

Six fabulous summer day trips

If you're finding yourself in need of a good escape that won't require a huge investment of time or money, here are 6 fun and gratifying day trips that will keep you energized to tackle the rest of your busy schedule.

August 6, 2015

Politics

How did Chris Christie weather the storm of the #GOPDebate?

Could a trip to Cleveland and a national stage give New Jersey Governor Chris Chirstie a lift in the GOP field? Pitted against 9 other GOP hopefuls in Thursday night's debate, did Christie make an advance from the periphery?

August 6, 2015

Weather

Weekend weather: Philadelphia, Jersey Shore, Rehoboth Beach

After a mostly clear and mild week in Philadelphia, the weekend ahead appears on track to remain dry -- that is, unless you have plans to go the Jersey Shore or Delaware.

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