Author: Joanna Buffum

After living in Maine for four years while studying English and Anthropology at Bowdoin College, Joanna came back to her hometown to work at various positions at New Jersey Monthly for four years. She's now back in Maine, working on her first book.

Are Public School Teachers Entitled to Free Speech?

April 22, 2016

A Middletown High School teacher was pressured to resign after showing his class a viral video about Donald Trump.

Seen in: Just For the Web, Politics & Public Affairs, Towns & Schools

White House Gardens Are Home to Politics, Pleasures and Whimsy

April 14, 2016

Gardening design mixed with American history in a Chatham gardener's April 2016 release, "All the Presidents' Gardens," makes for a great last-minute Mother's Day gift.

Seen in: Books, Historic Jersey, Just For the Web, NJM Q&A

Skylands Manor in Ringwood, one of New Jersey's castles.

Castles of New Jersey: Fairytale Fortresses

April 11, 2016

These storybook structures were home to many of our state's wealthiest inventors and entrepreneurs.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Historic Jersey, Home & Garden, Jersey Living, Jersey Travel, Outdoors

Brew-It-Yourself

March 14, 2016

Starter kits make it easy for beer lovers to concoct their favorite beverage.

Seen in: Beverages, Eat & Drink

12 Must-Read Profiles on Extraordinary Women

March 9, 2016

In honor of Women's History Month, read about these courageous, outstanding women, all hailing from the Garden State.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Just For the Web, Listicle, Politics & Public Affairs

Bloomin’ Brews: Spring Craft Beer Events

March 2, 2016

'Tis the season for sipping.

Seen in: Beverages, Eat & Drink, Events

Noelle Skodzinski, co-founder and editor of Cannabis Business Times.

Noelle Skodzinski: Reefer Writer

February 23, 2016

Co-founder and editor of the Cannabis Business Times, Noelle Skodzinski talks about the chances of legalizing marijuana in New Jersey.

Seen in: Jersey Celebrities, NJM Q&A, Politics & Public Affairs

Melange in Somerville: A Dress For Every Occasion

February 9, 2016

Got a hot date? Important interview? Consult Ayush Rai, owner of Melange in Somerville.

Seen in: Style & Shopping

Charlie Puth, pop music's hot new talent, once beatboxed through Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School's halls.

Charlie Puth, Rumson’s Pop Prodigy

January 12, 2016

As a child, Charlie Puth heard music in the air. Now fans are filling the air with his music.

Seen in: Arts & Entertainment, Jersey Celebrities, Music

A Douglass freshman wearing a traditional dink hat, circa 1965.

Higher Ed, High Ideals: Women’s Colleges

January 7, 2016

Women had the opportunity to receive higher education from a number of institutions.

Seen in: Historic Jersey, Jersey Living, Towns & Schools

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