Life + Culture

Investing in What Lasts

How We Turn Time Into Our Greatest Investment Article and Photography by Felisha Lynch When most people talk about investing, they mean money. Numbers. Plans for the future. But the most important investment we make as a family every year has nothing to do with a bank account. We invest in time! Life at home is busy in the way only a house with five kids can be. School schedules, sports practices, dinners, laundry, and the constant feeling of moving from one thing straight into the next...

Finance + Legal Services

Smart Finances At Any Age

As you evolve through different life-stages, so do your financial needs Article by Kyle Kaiser I am Kyle, a Financial Advisor at Newroads Financial Group. Growing up, jargon money terms that were thrown around made me as confused as a chameleon in a bag of Skittles. The day when it would all make sense to me felt out of reach. A required high school investments class, however, left me ravenous for more knowledge on these wide-ranging topics. Now, when guiding individuals through different life...

Beauty

Investing In Beauty

Salon owner Luana Stavar finds that investing in her Team has beautiful results Article by Lisa Kintish | Photography by Provided by La Vida Salon Luana Stavar didn’t just want to open a salon; she wanted to change salon culture. Reimagining the very method in which she learned her craft, the owner of La Vida Salon in East Hanover was determined to let her stylists shine by offering them a hands-on education. She knew with the right kind of investment, they would flourish. Recalling her early...

Real Estate

Elevate Your Expectations

What you need to know to SPRING into the 2026 real estate market Article by Sueanne Sylvester, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Specialist Over the past three years, inventory and home sales were at historic lows. Meanwhile, homeowners celebrated spectacular equity growth as the median sales price grew 17.4%. Today, an estimated 30-40% of all homeowners in Morris County are mortgage-free! What do experts forecast for 2026? The National Association of Realtors predicts a 14% increase in...

Fitness

Investing in Women's Health

Dr. Marisa Sweeney, owner if Be Well Integrative Health Services, revolutionizes the support of women throughout their health journey Article by Nikki Blanche | Photography by Barbora Hindson Be Well Integrative Health Services Those who have recently spent time on Bank Street in beautiful and historic Morristown may have been delighted to find a colorful doorway nestled on the corner of a standard brick building. The vivid arabesque images hint at warm sunbeams and suggest a peek through...

Finance + Legal Services

Put Money Where It Matters

Financial Advisor Erin O’Donnell talks charitable investing and long-term stability Article by Nikki Blanche | Photography by Barbora Hindson Why is the subject of money still taboo? When people hear terms like fiscal, budget, capital, and fiduciary, their eyes glaze over. While money can be fun, the details of finance can be downright lackluster. Thankfully, Financial Advisor Erin O’Donnell offers a fresh perspective on all things economic. Her passion for helping people, combined with a...

Food + Beverage

Plum & Glory

Recipe provided by 1776 Morristown Article by Alison Lukin | Photography by Barbora Hindson Ingredients 1 3/4 oz Patron Silver .75 oz Lychee juice .75 oz Fresh lime juice .5 oz Plum liqueur (Ume plum liqueur recommended) Directions: Place all ingredients in a tin shaker, add ice, and shake Strain into a glass and enjoy!  

Finance + Legal Services

Redefining the Mortgage Experience for Buyers

Expert guidance, innovative solutions, and a trusted local partner for every stage of homeownership. Article by Ana Meyer | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography In today’s dynamic housing market, navigating home financing can feel complex—even for experienced buyers. That’s why having the right mortgage expert isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. Cathy Maloney, a respected local mortgage lender with deep community roots, is known for simplifying the process while helping clients move forward...

Home + Design

Bridget Catherine Interiors

Creating spaces that make people happy Article by Ben Meyer | Photography by Chris Jorda Photography Bridget Catherine Feeney’s interest in interior design was originally inspired by her childhood home. “My mom always had a beautiful, warm, welcoming home, and it instilled that idea that your environment, your space, really does affect your daily life,” she says. “It taught me how important it is to have a space that is beautiful and a reflection of you, and something that not only looks...

Home Services

Don’t Relocate; Renovate

Make your home, your budget—and your community—work for you Article by Benjamin Meyer | Photography by Provided In a housing market where higher interest rates have made moving less appealing, more homeowners are choosing to stay put and reimagine the space they already love. At Magnolia Home Remodeling Group, that mindset isn’t a trend—it’s the foundation of how the company has served New Jersey families for decades. Based in Union and family-owned and operated, Magnolia Home Remodeling...