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CASA – Protecting the Children

How different do you think your life would be today if you didn’t have someone to watch over or guide you when you were a child? How about if you didn’t have parents or a close relative capable of caring for you? Would there have been a person, organization or government agency there to look […]

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Raising Awareness for Organ Donation One Student at a Time

Stated simply, for many individuals, an organ transplant is the difference between living and dying. For a child in need of a new organ, because of advances in medical technology and postoperative care management, it is the chance to have a long and meaningful life. For Missy Rodriguez, the founder of Missy’s Miracle, the subject […]

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Spotlight on New Providence

What makes a town a great place to raise a family? Is it award winning schools? Friendly neighbors? How about having an abundance of family friendly venues, such as parks and playground? Every family has their own list of wants for deciding on where to live.  Some may want to be in the best school district […]

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Calling All New Jersey Foodies

Devoted foodies and restaurant goers will love this spring’s crop of top new restaurants that are opening in New Jersey. From barbecue tacos paired with craft cocktails to modern twists on Italian fare, NJ.com has rounded up the top 29 new restaurants in the state for readers to try. Here are a few of the […]

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Historic Balch House to Hit the Market

There’s something about old houses that people love, especially the elegant and whimsical Victorians. Distinguished by their ornate trim, expansive porches and bright colors, Victorians were one of the dominant architectural styles of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Fortunately for area architecture fans, there are still plenty of Victorian homes to admire. However, there is […]

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Home Maintenance Tips for the Spring Homeowner

Wednesday, March 20 is the vernal equinox, which marks the first day of spring. For most cultures, spring is associated with renewal. Pretty soon grass will begin to green, flowers will begin to bloom and trees will begin to bud. Since winter weather can wreak havoc on your home, spring is also a time for renewal […]

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Feeling an urge to be Irish this St. Patrick’s Day?  Looking for a place to eat bangers and mash while washing it down with a pint of Guinness? If you answered yes and absolutely yes, then you need to check out the following local Irish Pubs this Saturday. St. James Gate Publick House in Maplewood […]

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The Savvy Seller – The Benefits of a Pre-Inspection

Thinking about selling your house? Consider having your home pre-inspected before putting it on the market.  Although not required, most potential homebuyers as part of the buying process will pay for a home inspection after their bid is accepted, but before a contract is finalized. Their goal, of course, is to identify any problems with […]

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March is Brain Injury Awareness Month #changeyourmind

Did you know that in the United States, someone suffers a brain injury every 9 seconds? Or how about that 1 in 60 Americans, or more than 5 million people, live with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) related disability? Millions more suffer from the residual effects of less severe brain injuries. To help bring attention […]

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Property Tax Appeal Deadline is Approaching

When it comes to taxes, April 15th shouldn’t be the only date on your mind. If you own a home in New Jersey, April 1 is the deadline to appeal your property taxes. If you miss it, you will have to wait another year before you can file. New Jersey has the distinction of having the highest property taxes […]

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Spotlight on Westfield

If you crave an urban vibe but prefer a suburban setting, Westfield may be the right fit for you and your family. Founded in 1720, this town of 30,000 features a lively town center, a vibrant restaurant scene, shopping, entertainment and good commuting options. And if that wasn’t enough to entice you, just this past […]

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South Orange-Maplewood School District 2020 Initiatives

This Spring the South Orange Maplewood School District (SOMSD) is hard at work rewriting policy to further “integrate” students in response to a 2014 complaint filed by the ACLU of New Jersey with the federal Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights. The complaint alleged that the District’s tracking and discipline practices “disproportionately confine students […]

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Keep Your Eyes Open For Maplewood’s Newest Restaurant

As the late, great Tom Petty once sang, the waiting is the hardest part. This spring, after a 15+ month wait, Maplewood will finally welcome its newest restaurant, Luna Stella. Owned by Max Kian and operated by Executive Chef Humberto Campos, the restaurant is named after Kian’s grandchildren, Luna and Stella. The familial connection is […]

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Around the Towns – This Weekend’s Activities and Events

Friday February 22 The Chatham Community Players present their newest production, “Play On!”, beginning on February 22 and will run through March 9. If you are looking for a good laugh, the Chatham players may have a cure with Rick Abbott’s hilarious play within a play. 4th Wall Theatre continues its 22nd season with the […]

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Celebrate Margaritas!

On February 22, the world will come together to celebrate National Margarita Day. Well, maybe not the whole world. More likely the celebration will include tequila lovers, Mexican restaurants and Parrotheads. Why that day? Seriously, what makes February 22nd so significant that the day has been designated to celebrate the beverage so closely associated with […]

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Love and Chocolate

Chocolate has a very long history. Evidence suggests that the cacao bean, which is the source of chocolate, was cultivated in Central America as far back as three to four millennia ago.  Prized for its reputation as a mood enhancer and aphrodisiac, the Mayans and Aztecs both believed that chocolate possessed divine or mystical properties […]

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Another Notch in the Belt for Local School Districts

Niche recently released a new 2019 ranking of New Jersey’s best school districts for 2019. According to the company, “A high ranking indicates that the district contains great schools with exceptional teachers, sufficient resources, and a diverse set of high-achieving students who rate their experiences very highly.”  The Midtown Direct Towns again ranked among the […]

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Three Local Digs Rank Among the Best in the State According to Daily Meal

The Daily Meal in December unveiled their second annual round-up of who they believe are the “cream of the crop” food establishments for every state in the United States. Their rankings run the gamut from steakhouses and pizza joints to fine dining, food trucks and craft breweries. They even rank the best places to find some […]

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There’s January Cold And Then There’s Arctic Cold

The current blast of single-digit temperatures is a great reminder that an ounce of prevention is worth of cure. In the case of your home, taking time to prepare your home for cold weather can help save when it comes to heating bills and avoid potential costly plumbing repairs.  So to help you stay warm […]

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Bueno Bueno Bueno! Primo Mercato at Short Hills Mall

You usually don’t go to a mall to have a foodie experience. If you have eaten at one, more likely you worked up an appetite while shopping. However, with the opening of the Mall at Short Hill’s newest addition, Primo Mercato, that may be about to change. Reminiscent of Mercato Centrale in Rome or Eately […]

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