By Lauren Kolacki Technology advancements have changed the way the world operates. Some nostalgic adults fear their take over, while others have decided to take them for all they are worth. If there is an opportunity to decrease the amount of effort that is required every day, even the slightest bit, shouldn’t we take advantage? … Continued
By Ankur Desai, MD The Internet shows like “13 Reasons Why” and celebrity deaths like Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade have pushed the topic of suicide to the forefront for many Americans, but especially for teens. Death by suicide is on the rise and this appears to be closely correlated to the increase in depression … Continued
By Lauren Kolacki Every decision we make as a parent contributes to the person our children will subsequently become. When I was two years old, I pocketed a paint brush while my mom was picking out paint for our new house. When she realized, she immediately brought me back to the store as she urged … Continued
CJ Timmoneri is a current senior school at Allentown High School in Allentown, New Jersey. He makes money from playing the popular video game Minecraft. What started out at the age of nine as a fun pastime and a game to play with friends has turned into a paying job. He creates various game design, … Continued
By, Pam Teel New Jersey Youth Soccer is teaming up with Topps once again this fall to celebrate its State Cups champions. Each member of the NJYS National Championship Series, Presidents Cup and Commissioners Cup Champi- onship teams will receive a custom trading card featuring a team selected image. This initiative continues a successful program … Continued
By YMCA of Western Monmouth County November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and the YMCA of Western Monmouth County is encouraging everyone to learn their risks for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes and to take preventive steps to potentially reduce their chances of developing the disease. Diabetes is a class of diseases that affect how … Continued
Dr. Jerry Falk, DMD Celebrates over 30 Years of Family and Cosmetic Dentistry In Millstone Township By, Pam Teel Dr. Falk and his wife Bonnie came to live in Millstone 38 years ago. The Doctor graduated from dental school in 1976 from the New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry. It took him just three … Continued
By, Lauren Kolacki Have you ever experienced being “hangry”? It is the irritation and angriness that is a result of extreme hunger. It is not just an amusing, made up word to perfectly describe our short temper that accompanies our starvation; there is actually science behind it. The carbohydrates, proteins and fats that we consume … Continued
By Bryan M. Kuderna “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”- Ben Franklin Turn on the news tonight; you’ll surely be entertained by a host of extremely ordinary catastrophes… robbery, murder, celebrity scandal, 5-alarm fire, and a natural disaster. While the media enjoys plaguing us with negativity and fear, it’s human nature … Continued
If your employer has a 401(k) plan and you don’t contribute to it, you’re walking away from one of the best deals out there. Ask your employer if they have a 401(k) plan (or similar plan) and sign up today. If you’re already contributing, try to increase your contribution. If your employer doesn’t offer a … Continued