Wellness

Infrared Light

Mending From the Inside Out Article and Photography by Carly Mac Manus When Linda Lemery lost her mother to cancer, her search for alternative therapy set her on a new path. She explored acupuncture, reiki, essential oils, chiropractic care and functional medicine—experiences that deepened her passion for natural wellness. “I wanted to build a place that felt warm, friendly and welcoming,” Lemery says. “Somewhere people could come to restore, relax and reconnect with their health.” That...

Health + Wellness

Transforming Trauma into Triumph

How Hilary Russo Helps Others Heal from the Inside Out Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Hilary Russo Hilary Russo’s career began under bright studio lights. As a television news anchor and reporter, she once envisioned herself climbing the ranks to a national broadcast desk. But in the years following 9/11, her reporting on tragedy and loss began to take a personal toll. “I didn’t even realize the level of dysregulation I was experiencing,” Russo says. “I was taking the burnout and...

Health + Wellness

The Hormone Plot Twist

Are You Ignoring Your Hormone Health After Menopause? Article and Photography by Town & Country Compounding Pharmacy Many women assume that once menopause ends, the conversation about hormones ends with it. In reality, hormone health continues to play an important role well into post-menopause. These chemical messengers influence everything from metabolism and mood to cardiovascular health, bone strength and cognitive function. When they fall out of balance, the effects can be felt throughout...

Food + Beverage

Kitchen Cure-Alls

Herbs, spices and everyday ingredients that pack powerful therapeutic energy. Article and Photography by Allison K. Lim Cold and flu season hits hard in Bergen County, where school drop-offs, packed grocery stores and chilly commutes make it all too easy for sniffles to spread. But staying healthy doesn’t always start at the pharmacy — often, it begins right in your own kitchen. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) teaches that everyday ingredients have medicinal properties. These foods carry...

Beauty

Winter Hair Care

Jelena D Salon’s Guide to Healthy, Happy Locks Article by Demi Guillory | Photography by Carly Mac Manus Winter isn’t coming—it’s here. Ready or not, your hair will be begging for extra TLC this season. Fortunately, Jelena D Salon in Wyckoff and its owner, Jelena Radovic-Durcevski, have you covered for both crisis control and routine maintenance. Radovic-Durcevski brings 20 years of experience in the U.S. beauty industry and seven additional years helping clients achieve their hair goals. She...

Sports + Recreation

Twin Power on the Pickleball Court

The Cho Sisters Are Making Waves in a Growing Sport Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Carol Cho At just 15 years old, Emily and Katherine Cho are rewriting what it means to be young athletes in a fast-rising sport that’s sweeping the nation—pickleball. The Ridgewood-based twins, who started playing three years ago, have already won state and national titles, earned ambassador roles, and built a community that stretches far beyond the court. But for Emily and Katherine, it’s about...

Food + Beverage

Reinventing the Classic Meatloaf

Meatloaf Bundt Cake Article and Photography by David Burke Meatloaf, that fixture of home cooks’ repertoires, is not as American as you might think. Its origins as a way to use meat scraps date to Roman times, and today many cultures claim their own variations, including those throughout Western Europe, South America, Asia and the Middle East. The common denominator is the same: ground meat mixed with binders and seasonings, baked or steamed and often shaped into a loaf. Meatloaf’s popularity...

Sports + Recreation

Dink for a Difference

A Community’s Heartfelt Rally for Kids in Foster Care Article by Lori Nittoli | Photography by Sarah Nekich A Sunday Filled With Purpose When people walked into Sportime Englewood on Sept. 14, the energy was instantly different—bright, buzzing and unexpectedly tender. More than 100 supporters arrived ready to play, cheer and connect, but beneath the fun was an undeniable sense of shared purpose. The inaugural Dink for a Difference Pickleball Tournament, benefitting Comfort Cases, quickly...

Wellness

Tiny Habits, Big Wins

How Small Steps Lead to Lasting Change in 2026 Article by Hilary Russo Here in New Jersey, every January tends to bring the same buzz: new planners, fresh intentions and a long list of resolutions. Let’s be real—every January, we make big promises to ourselves. Eat better. Move more. Spend less. Be more mindful. And by mid-February, most of those promises are… well, somewhere between “I’ll start tomorrow” and “Wait, what resolution?” You’re not alone. Studies show about 80% of New Year’s...

Food + Beverage

Sprinkle Joy: Holiday Sugar Cookies to Share the Cheer

A sweet family recipe perfect for gifting, snacking, and spreading holiday magic! Article and Photography by Garden State City Lifestyle The holidays are all about togetherness, laughter and a little sugar-induced happiness. Few things capture that spirit better than baking cookies, filling the house with irresistible aromas and sharing sweet treats with neighbors, friends and family. These festive sugar cookies are soft, chewy and covered in colorful sprinkles — perfect for gift-giving or...