Education

Cedar Hill Prep Debate Team Outperforms 140 Competitors from Across New Jersey

When Cedar Hill Preparatory School opened its doors to host the Garden State Debate League March Tournament, the stage was set for an extraordinary day of intellectual competition. What followed was nothing short of remarkable — 140 student competitors from across New Jersey, three rounds of high-stakes debate, and one school that rose above them all.Cedar Hill Prep students walked away with the tournament's highest win rate — 67%, securing 22 wins out of 33 rounds. But beyond the numbers, what...

Education

Investing in Ethical Autism Care

As SOS Bridgewater Expands, Its Mission Remains Rooted in Individualized, Responsible Support Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Raquel Brennan When Mahvish Gilani opened SOS Bridgewater, her goal was simple but bold: create an autism services clinic centered on ethical care, individualized support and meaningful outcomes for children and their families. Today, that vision has grown into a model that continues to expand—most recently with a new 9,000-square-foot facility coming to...

Education

An Early Investment That Pays for Life

How Cedar Hill Prep Builds Future-Ready Students Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Cedar Hill Preparatory School At Cedar Hill Prep School, education is designed as more than a sequence of grade levels—it is a long-term investment in how children think, learn and see themselves. Founded more than two decades ago, the Somerset County private school was built with a specific mission: deliver rigorous academics, personal mentorship and practical life skills in a setting where every...

Health + Wellness

A New Path Forward

Nirvana Recovery Center expands access to outpatient recovery care in Somerset County Article and Photography by Carly Mac Manus In Somerset County, where conversations around wellness and mental health continue to evolve, a new recovery center is bringing accessible, structured care closer to home. Nirvana Recovery Center, now open in Bound Brook, is designed to meet individuals where they are—offering flexible, evidence-based treatment programs that support long-term recovery while allowing...

Health + Wellness

Research-Backed Mobility Arrives in Somerset Hills

Industry-first study shows practitioner-assisted stretching improves pain, sleep and range of motion Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Stretch Zone In a wellness landscape filled with trends, Stretch Zone is leaning into something measurable. As conversations around investing often focus on portfolios and property, this story highlights another asset—your own mobility. Structured recovery is an investment in how you move today and how you live tomorrow. The practitioner-assisted...

Food + Beverage

Good Bunny Energy

A fresh spring cocktail—and its equally festive mocktail companion—celebrating renewal, flavor and a little seasonal fun. Article and Photography by Chef David Burke For this April issue, I started with spring. That led to Easter, then bunnies—and with all the Grammy and Super Bowl buzz—inevitably to Bad Bunny. And just like that, the Good Bunny Cocktail was born: a bright, invigorating drink that captures the freshness and renewal of the season. To embrace the growing interest in mocktails...

Local Services

Readers’ Choice

INVESTMENT EDITION—APRIL 2026 Article and Photography by Bridgewater City Lifestyle Building wealth requires trusted expertise and smart financial decisions. From banking and advisory services to business resources and major purchases, Bridgewater voters recognized the professionals and institutions helping shape their financial future. Our Readers’ Choice: Investment Edition reflects the voices of locals who value strategic guidance and long-term growth. With that, we’re proud to announce...

Local Services

Building a Brighter Bridgewater

How thoughtful growth and community collaboration continue to move Bridgewater forward Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Liz Polo - Havana Photography Community value is not built overnight. It grows through well-kept parks, responsive local services, thriving small businesses and long-term planning that supports both residents and employers. In Bridgewater, that investment shows up in everyday ways—from infrastructure and open space to business growth and neighborhood quality of...

Fitness

Wellness as an Investment

Your Health—Here’s Where to Start Article and Photography by Cara Zamorski When most people think about investing, they picture retirement accounts, real estate or long term financial planning. But one of the highest return investments does not sit in a bank account. It shows up in daily habits. In Somerset County, where schedules are often packed with work, family and community commitments, health is frequently postponed for a later date. In reality, health functions much like compound...

Life + Culture

Play, Imagine, Repeat

A boutique indoor playground in central New Jersey puts safety, creativity and family experience first Article and Photography by Sadie Brown For our Investment Issue, we chose to feature Space Play Academy as a reminder that some of the most meaningful investments happen close to home—investing in our children, our families and the environments where they grow. While many indoor playgrounds prioritize capacity, Space Play Academy prioritizes experience, safety and long-term value for families...