Health + Wellness

Turning Pain into Purpose

Patrice George's Journey to Honor Her Late Husband's Legacy and Raise Awareness for CTE Article by Lauren Lovallo | Photography by Andrea Phox, Patrice George Patrice George has built a life defined by unwavering strength, resilience, and a deep love for her family. As a successful broker and real estate professional, as well as a devoted mother of three, George made it her mission to honor her late husband Tommy’s legacy. Through turning her pain into purpose, she found the power to help...

Food + Beverage

Flounder, Flavor, and a Little Facebook Detox

Sautéed Flounder with Pine Nut Butter & Spicy Garlic Spinach Article and Photography by Metropolitan Seafood & Gourmet I’m sorry, did you say you have no time to cook... but just spent the last two hours Facebook stalking your high school classmates? Stop scrolling your phone and let’s get in the kitchen to start living. This delicious recipe comes from Metropolitan Seafood & Gourmet , where fresh, high-quality seafood meets incredible flavors. Ingredients For the Flounder: 4...

Life + Culture

Crowning Confidence

From Oceanport to the National Stage, Gina Mellish's Mission is Empowering Women to Find Their Voice—On and Off the Stage Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Jessielyn Palumbo Gina Mellish, crowned Miss New Jersey USA in 2020, didn’t have the typical pageant queen upbringing. In fact, she grew up as a self-described tomboy in Oceanport, and had no idea what the world of pageantry even looked like. Fast forward to today, and Mellish is not only a former titleholder but also an...

Sports + Recreation

Breaking Barriers

Tracy Sandler on Women in Sports and Changing the Game Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Tracy Sandler Tracy Sandler has built a career that seamlessly fuses sports journalism, fandom, and female empowerment. As the founder of Fangirl Sports Network, she has carved out a space in the male-dominated sports industry, proving that women can not only be passionate sports fans but also shape the conversation around the game. While her roots are in Los Angeles and her day-to-day coverage...