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 23, 2022
Healthy Eating
How to relieve the bloating, indigestion and heartburn caused by your Thanksgiving feast
This Thanksgiving, following common sense tips will help ease or avoid the stomach discomforts associated with overeating during the big holiday meal, symptoms like bloating, heartburn, nausea and upset stomach. Practicing mindful eating is a good approach. Staying hydrated, taking walks and trying supplements like peppermint oil capsules and ginger also can help ease symptoms and reduce problems such as constipation and acid reflux.November 22, 2022
Environment
Former New Jersey councilman called cops on little girl for killing spotted lanternflies
A Caldwell, New Jersey man called the police on nine-year-old girl he observed spraying trees on her block to prevent the spread of invasive spotted lanternflies. The man described the child as a "little Black woman" and told police he was scared of what she was doing. The man was later identified as former Caldwell Borough councilmember Gordon Lawshe. The girl's mother, Monique Joseph, believes the police report was racially motivated and could have put her daughter's life in danger.November 22, 2022
Investigations
Pennsylvania woman convicted of storming Nancy Pelosi's office during U.S. Capitol riot
Riley Williams, of Harrisburg, was convicted Monday for her role in the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. Williams stormed House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's office and later allegedly bragged online that she had stolen Pelosi's laptop, federal prosecutors said. Williams was found guilty of interfering with law enforcement. The jury could not reach a verdict on charges related to the House Speaker's stolen laptop.November 22, 2022
Transportation
PennDOT to construct two-way, protected bike lane along stretch of Market Street in Center City
PennDOT's complete streets projects along Market Street in Center City will include two-way, protected bike lanes between 20th and 23rd streets, along with modified traffic signals and changes to bus stops. The project also will include changes between 30th and 34th streets, including new painted bike lanes. Construction began in October and is expected to be completed in spring 2023.November 21, 2022
Immigration
Second bus carrying migrants from Texas arrives in Philadelphia
Philadelphia received a second bus from Texas carrying approximately 46 asylum seekers at 30th Street Station on Monday morning. The first bus arrived last Wednesday morning with 28 migrants aboard who had crossed the nation's southern border. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and the governors of Arizona and Florida have sent thousands of migrants to sanctuary cities in the U.S. since April, a controversial practice that has been criticized as a political stunt.November 21, 2022
Food & Drink
VK Brewing Company opens restaurant at historic Ship Inn in Exton
VK Brewing Co. & Eatery has opened the restaurant portion of the new, veteran-owned business inside the historic Ship Inn property in Exton, Chester County. Owners Jason Van Keuren and Najib Abiaad are completing the licensing process for the microbrewery, which plans to make a mix of IPAs and ales including stouts, porters and wheat beers. The restaurant is at 696 E. Lincoln Highway. The building once welcomed dignitaries like former presidents George Washington and Andrew Jackson and, in the 20th century, former first lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis.November 21, 2022
Real Estate
Avalon lots sell for $21 million – a Seven Mile Island record
Two adjacent lots in Avalon sold for a combined $21 million in October, setting a record for Seven Mile Island. The empty beachfront lot, at 163 68th St., sold for $11.5 million. The second lot, at 165 68th St., has a 4,700-square-foot home and fetched $9.5 million from the same buyer. The new owner plans to build a new home covering both lots.November 21, 2022
Development
Philly developers envision a Venice-like waterfront community at Bader Field in Atlantic City
Philadelphia developers Post Brothers and Tower Investments, led by Bart Blatstein, have unveiled a $3 billion proposal to redevelop Atlantic City's Bader Field as a waterfront residential community with canals, office and retail space and amenities open to the public. The former municipal airport has been closed since 2006. The new proposal, one of several for the site, would include 10,000 homes and be built over 12 years. Due to New Jersey's 2016 takeover law in Atlantic City, large decisions for the use of land on the scale are made by state government officials.November 18, 2022
Health News
Saliva test for concussions, which Penn State researchers helped create, receives U.S. patent
A saliva test to determine if a person has had a concussion received a U.S. patent. The test detects molecules associated with brain injuries The test was developed by Quadrant Biosciences in conjunction with researchers at Penn State University at the State University of New York. The rapid test could become available in 2023.November 18, 2022
Technology
SEPTA will soon deploy gun-detection AI software in subway surveillance cameras
SEPTA will deploy a gun detection artificial intelligence software on its surveillance cameras as part of a pilot program to monitor the Market-Frankford and Broad Street Line subway platforms. The pilot program, expected to begin early next year, will utilize technology developed by Conshohocken-based ZeroEyes, whose proprietary software is used by the U.S. Department of Defense. SEPTA hopes the technology can thwart gun-related crime.Just In
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