By Lauren Kowlacki A Monmouth County town in New Jersey made headlines in the beginning of 2023 after it filed a lawsuit against the state of New Jersey for auto theft. The town, which has seen a sharp increase in the number of auto thefts in recent years, is arguing that the state has failed … Continued
As technology changes rapidly and we spend more time online and on technology devices, we accumulate digital assets. One way to define a digital asset is something of value or significance created online or on your mobile phone, laptop, or tablet. When preparing for your future you might want to transfer your digital assets to … Continued
By Surabhi Ashok The Glass Child Syndrome describes the challenges siblings of children with chronic illnesses or disabilities face, including the volatile emotions and anxieties they may have on a day-to-day basis. Glass Children often feel looked over and neglected by their parents as they’re expected to put on a facade of togetherness in order … Continued
By Liz Clearman When you hear the words “self care,” visions of bubble baths, massages, and yoga probably dance through your head. But what if I told you that self care could involve regular moments scattered throughout your day to help you cope — or even just reframing how you think about your to-do list … Continued
1. The cornea of the eye is the only part of the body that has no blood supply. It obtains oxygen directly from the air. 2. The human brain has a memory capability, which is the equivalent of over four terabytes on a hard drive. 3. A newborn baby can breathe and swallow at the … Continued
By Stefanie Maglio Body awareness is the ability to understand where our bodies are in space and how they move. Body awareness helps us to understand how to relate to other objects and human beings in our environment. It can help us to know how far to reach for an object or how close to … Continued
By Lauren Kowlacki New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announced that the state will only allow the sale of electric vehicles (EVs) beginning in 2035. This decision is part of the state’s efforts to combat climate change and reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. The governor’s announcement came after a study by the New Jersey Department of … Continued
By Pam Teel Being a fan of the old black and white movies of the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s, one comes to realize that the stars of today can’t hold a candle to many of the stars of those glorious decades. When you talk about true talent and longevity in their trade, and the capability … Continued
By Richard Mabey Jr. It was in early December of 1967, when I was 14 years old and in my freshman year at Boonton High School, that I was to learn just how much Grandpa Mabey loved Grandma Mabey. For the love did shine, from Grandpa’s heart, not by words, but by true sacrifice. It … Continued
Bugs so Small You Need a Magnifying Glass to See Them By Pam Teel I heard of chiggers a few years ago when we were in Florida, but I never suspected that they could be in the northeastern states as well. Little did I know. The chigger index says low in the top eastern states … Continued