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New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Feature Stories

Seeds of Hope 2012

Please help us find the most dedicated volunteers in the state—those special people who give of themselves and their time. We're looking for the people who make a difference, from the fundraisers to the in-the-trenches volunteers.

Photo by David M. Russell/AMC.

Super Dudes

Reality TV’s newest Jersey haunt is quirky director Kevin Smith’s Red Bank comic-book store.

By Tammy La Gorce

Courtesy of the National Archives.

The 'Good and Kind' Heart of Lincoln

In his final act of compassion, the 16th President spared the life of a war-weary private from New Jersey.

By Jonathan W. White

Illustration by David M. Brinley.

Halftime In Trenton

Chris Christie scored big in his first two years as governor, brushing aside opponents, pushing through pension reform, balancing two budgets and developing a huge national profile. The second half of his term is unlikely to look quite as easy.

By Josh McMahon

Courtesy of The Jonas Group.

Climbing the Ladder

Jonas Brother Nick heads back to Broadway in How to Succeed.

By Melinda Newman

Family Business Awards

Each year, the Family Business Awards honor the most outstanding family-owned enterprises in New Jersey.

Seeds of Hope

Difference Makers

Imagination and determination characterize our 2011 Seeds of Hope honorees.