Paul and Eric Silverman turn the old bones of Jersey City into vibrant new neighborhoods. ...
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Public safety in our biggest cities may take a big hit if there are massive police layoffs due to budgetary shortfalls. ...
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A Cherry Hill native becomes active in charitable activities around the world funded by the United States Agency for International Development. ...
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A Princeton resident's second collection of stories makes waves on the national literary scene. ...
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The founder of Tempo, a Newark-based TV network with 3.5 million views on 24 Caribbean islands, talks about the company's success. ...
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A book about ACORN documents its transition from a successful grassroots organization to a scandal-plagued group that was the focus of a major congressional investigation. ...
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Bettye LaVette might be the the greatest R&B singer you've never heard of. The West Orange resident talks about the ups and downs of the music world. ...
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Monk parrots, which first flocked to Edgewater in the 1970s, lately have ruffled the feathers of public officials concerned about fire safety....
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The first round of the Ultimate Chef of Bergen County competition was held at Chef Central, Paramus. on January 15. Chef Bryan Gregg of the Ho-Ho-Kus Inn bested chef Michael Ostros of Regina's Steakhouse in Teaneck....
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It is the goldmine of advertisements—a publicity jackpot, if you will. Lady O (the media maven, not FLOTUS) puts her stamp of approval on something and sales skyrocket. That is exactly what happened to the small kitchen product company Prepara. The company’s Herb Savor, a simple device that helps preserve the life of fresh herbs for up to three weeks, was included on the 2010 list of Oprah’s Favorite Things....
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The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is a little-known treasure – a small, unassuming and remarkable exhibit space tucked into the backwoods of Newtonville in Atlantic County....
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Rosie has the latest news on NJ restaurant openings and closings....
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1/15: A Viva La Spain: Wine & Food of the Iberian Coast class with Spanish cheeses and tapas will be held at Amanti Vino, 30 Church St, Montclair. 4 PM; $45. To register e-mail [email protected] or call 973-509-WINE....
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This week Rosie tells us about Lemongrass in Morris Plains, Julio’s in West Orange, a Team New Jersey dinner at the Beard House in NYC, and much more news about NJ restaurants....
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Rosie has the latest information on where NJ chefs are manning the stove. ...
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Feel like taking a swim in the Atlantic Ocean this month? No? Well, what if I told you it was for a good cause? Perhaps you’d reconsider?...
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The power that draws moth to flame drew me back to my old fitness group earlier this week. And it burns....
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Rosie has the latest information on NJ restaurant openings and closings. ...
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"Salmoriglio is a condiment used in Italy, and is meant to be served on the side," says Luke Palladino, chef/owner of Luke Palladino restaurant in Northfield. "It’s typically salty, but my version is more gentle due to the incorporation of white wine. I feel it respects the delicate flavor and texture of the fish."...
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1/8: The Art of the Home Bar class will be held at Amanti Vino, 30 Church St, Montclair. 4 PM; $30. To register e-mail [email protected] or call 973-509-WINE....
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