By Richard Mabey Jr. One of the dearest and most precious memories of my childhood, is that Grandma and Grandpa Mabey lived with us in the old Mabey Homestead in Lincoln Park. As you looked at the old farmhouse, my bedroom was on the right-hand side, looking out to West Drive on the side. Grandma … Continued

By Richard Mabey Jr. In February of 1967, I was 13 years old and in the eighth grade at dear old Chapel Hill School. It was at that time that a most wonderful and honorable title was bestowed upon me by the Troop Committee of Boy Scout Troop 170. That honor was becoming a Warrant … Continued

By Lauren Kowlacki A sommelier is a wine expert and trained wine professional working in fine dining and entertainment. He or she specializes in all aspects of wine service, including wine pairing, storage, and presentation. Their responsibilities include creating wine lists, educating staff, and advising guests on wine selection. The necklace worn by sommeliers, often … Continued

By Richard Mabey Jr. This past March, when my neighbor Martha was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, Little Rocco was left behind in her bathroom. Martha is in her early 80’s. She lives alone. My sister Patti and I kind of look after her, without being over bearing. When I saw the ambulance drive … Continued

By Richard Mabey Jr. In the spring of 1946, my Dad returned home from having served at Hickam Airfield during the Second World War. Home was the house that Dad’s father, Watson Mabey, built around 1918. Dad’s family home was located at the end of Mabey Lane in Lincoln Park. The garage was built by … Continued

When most businesses think about advertising, they focus on the message. The right copy, the perfect image, and a strong call to action are all essential. Placement is a critical factor that often gets overlooked. Where your ad appears in a publication can influence how readers perceive your brand, how long they engage with your … Continued

Summer is more than a season. It is a shift in routine, a new set of priorities, and a fresh opportunity for businesses to connect with their audience. Whether you’re promoting family services, health and wellness, or home improvement, summer offers strong potential for timely, targeted advertising. CNJ+ Media provides a powerful platform to reach … Continued

Beyond Busyness: How to Achieve More by Doing Less By, Peggy Sullivan Finalist For The 2024 Book Excellence Award For Women’s Health Busy is not better. Break the cycle of “just getting stuff done. “Beyond Busyness provides a simple, data-backed, and actionable approach to balancing peak performance, self-care, and happiness without sacrificing one for the … Continued

Local author Brianna R. Shaffery, best known for her young adult epic fantasy trilogy the Heirs of Tenebris, is set to celebrate the release of her fourth book, To Sway a Flame, on May 16. The title is book seven in the Tempting Thieves series, a multi-author collaboration of standalone romance-fantasy novels featuring cunning thieves … Continued