Author: Maryrose Mullen

Maryrose Mullen is the Digital News Editor for New Jersey Monthly. After graduating from Pratt Institute with a BFA in Writing, she worked for various news publications throughout the Garden State. She loves the New York Giants, sandwiches and drag queens.
The images of creepy creatures and pop-culture characters are carved into the plastic craft pumpkins using a hot knife.

Light Show at Brite Nites

October 11, 2016

At Wagner Farm, celebrating Halloween is an art form.

Seen in: Getaways

N.J. Transit Train Crashes into Hoboken Station

September 29, 2016

At least 100 are injured, one reported dead.

Seen in: Just For the Web

The ladies of the Jersey Derby Brigade. NJM’s Maryrose Mullen, center with from left, Detective Sure Block Holmes, Kate Tastrophe, Apocelyse, Doom Hilda, Lil Mo Peep, Californikate, LL Kill J, Smiley Cyrus, and Beast Witherspoon.

A Night with the Jersey Derby Brigade

September 14, 2016

It’s my big chance to roll with the derby girls. (I get knocked down, but I get up again.)

Seen in: Jersey Living, Sports

Alexandra Jackman helped organize Teen Night Out, a monthly social event in Fanwood for young adults with special needs.

Alexandra Jackman: A Passion for Peers in Need

September 13, 2016

Alexandra Jackman's empathy helped her connect with her peers with autism, and open avenues to better communicate with them.

Seen in: Giving Back, Jersey Celebrities, Jersey Living

Gillian's Wonderland Pier has been an Ocean City boardwalk staple for three generations.

Ocean City Wins Shore Town Showdown

June 21, 2016

The Cape May County juggernaut has dominated the competition from the beginning, and has earned the title of Best Beach in New Jersey.

Seen in: Jersey Shore, Just For the Web

12 Great Places to Take Pop This Father’s Day

June 15, 2016

Make your old man proud by gifting him with one of these fun, free-wheeling experiences.

Seen in: Just For the Web, Listicle

Buttermilk Falls, Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area, Walpack Township.

Chasing Waterfalls

May 2, 2016

These cascading wonders are worth the hike.

Seen in: Outdoors

Staff Picks: Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

February 12, 2016

Romance doesn't have to be all fine wines and candlelit dinners. Make your date's heart skip a beat with these unique ideas.

Seen in: Just For the Web, Listicle

Staff Picks: Snow Day Activities

January 22, 2016

Our staff has hand-selected five fool-proof activities to keep you happy while you're snowbound this Thursday.

Seen in: Just For the Web

Finding Joy Between the Racks at Avato’s

January 4, 2016

Avato’s Department Store in Clifton was a place of elegance and style that kept customers happy for over 70 years. It was also my grandmother's shop.

Seen in: Historic Jersey, Jersey Living