Shop Local Guide

In 2022 be sure to shop local and check out these offers to help you save some money all while supporting local businesses. Read More »

AcuSculpt Is Natural Weight-Loss Therapy

Ani Baran designed and trademarked AcuSculpt as a natural alternative to traditional weight-loss treatment. “It’s scientifically targeted and aims to slim and tone using acupuncture immediately followed by a firm, pressured massage,” she says. Read More »

Atlas Drug and Nutrition Provides Nutrition Counseling

Atlas Drug and Nutrition specializes in bio-identical hormone replacement and nutrition counseling—educating people about the role food plays in their health, and how they can heal their body through simple dietary changes. Read More »

Divinity Roxx Releases Family Hip-Hop Album

West New York bassist and songwriter Divinity Roxx has released a new hip-hop album for families, Ready Set Go!, with eight original songs that show kids the power of positivity. Read More »

Don’t Wait on the Rate Mortgage Rates Hit Historic Lows

Wondering if now is the best time to buy, the answer is yes. Read More »

Eco-Friendly Tips Make Holidays Green and Bright

Industry statistics show that 25 percent of additional waste is created over the holiday season, more than any other time of year Read More »

Give a Gift to Mother Nature ~ Easy Ways to be More Eco-Friendly this Holiday Season

Looking for some easy ways to be more eco-friendly this holiday season? Here are a few ideas. Read More »

Local Author Uses Light Touch to Build Healthy Habits

Aleksandra Starling richly illustrated books are designed to make kids laugh while inspiring them to try new things—like eating veggies—that will become foundational habits for a balanced life. Read More »

Maid In Hoboken Now Hiring

Maid In Hoboken—a residential and commercial green-cleaning service—is now hiring full-time workers. Owner Paul Fried says his company offers several perks for employees, including no nights or weekends, a bonus upon registering, paid vacation, opportunities to advance, monthly and year-end bonuses, and peace of mind that all cleaning products are safe for employees as well as customers. Read More »

Maternal Resources Offers Zoom Childbirth Class

Participants will learn what to expect during childbirth, how their partners can support them, and all about making informed decisions during this important time. Read More »

Reader Feedback Helps Us Grow

Your participation takes just five minutes, and will give us a better understanding of what you need and how well we’re delivering on your expectations and you could win a $100 gift card. Read More »

State Commits Funds for Essex-Hudson Greenway

Last month New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced that the state will spend $65 million to purchase land for the completion of a rail trail linking Hudson and Essex counties. The funding commitment ensures that an August 2020 deal to procure the land will not expire in January. Read More »

Sushi-Rolling Class at Saku Hoboken

Over an hour and a half, students will learn to make three types of rolls, as well as rice vinegar for sushi rice. “All you need to bring is yourself and your hunger to learn,” says owner Daniel Grey. Read More »

The Eight Types of LOVE Happiness and maturity come from different kinds of loving relationships

It’s important to balance all these forms of love to maintain a healthy spirit and emotionally maturing connections. Read More »

A Dietician’s Healthy Dark Chocolate Bark

This festive dark chocolate bark recipe is holiday-themed with red, white and green toppings of dried cranberries, shredded coconut and pistachios. Read More »

Amp Up Immunity: Proven Boosters for Good Health

Enhance immunity with specific adaptogens and mushroom powders. These study-proven substances perform specific functions in the immune system that boost our resistance to illness. Read More »

Avoid Antibiotics to Lower Colon Cancer Risk

A clear link exists between taking antibiotics for six months and developing colorectal cancer in the next five to 10 years, report researchers. Read More »

Baked Apples

This sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan recipe for stuffed baked apples is a healthy holiday dessert, perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Read More »

Baklava Cookie Cups

A healthy recipe twist on baklava using natural sweeteners instead of sugar. Read More »

Circles of Healing: The Power of Gathering in Community

Small support groups, such as wisdom circles, story circles, power of eight intention circles, prayer circles and dialogue circles, are creating experiences of wholeness and belonging. Read More »

Coral Reefs May Soon Be Just a Memory

Half of the world's coral reefs have been lost since the 1950s, with 14 percent diminishing between 2009 and 2018 alone, due to climate change, overfishing and pollution. Read More »

Drink More Water to Help Prevent Heart Disease

Researchers report that people that drink sufficient water every day have a reduced risk of the thickening of the heart’s left ventricle. Read More »

Eat an Avocado Daily to Redistribute Belly Fat

The deep visceral fat that surrounds internal organs is a major indicator of metabolic syndrome and diabetes, but it can be decreased in women by eating an avocado each day. Read More »

Eat Walnuts to Reduce Bad Cholesterol and Heart Disease

Healthy older adults that ate about a half cup of walnuts every day for two years gained a modest reduction in low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad cholesterol”, reports a study. Read More »

Forever Chemicals in Indoor Air

A new technique for measuring the presence of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) in indoor air has found them in kindergarten classrooms, offices, laboratories and homes. Read More »

Greening the Holidays: How to Celebrate Sustainably

Sustainable modifications to the holiday dinner, eco-friendly decorating tactics and green gift ideas to celebrate the season in ways that are less harmful to the planet. Read More »

Holiday Zen: Stress-Free Fitness and Self-Care

Despite our best efforts, holiday time can frazzle our nerves. These simple, self-care fitness tips can help to relieve holiday stress and break the cycle of seasonal overindulgence. Read More »

Honey Lavender Cookies

Skip the sugar cookies this holiday season and opt for healthier treats made with honey, lavender and whole wheat flour. Read More »

Ideas for Starting and Maintaining a Circle

No matter the purpose of gathering, here are tips on how to start and maintain a small group or circle of individuals supporting one another. Read More »

Large-Scale Solar Power Cost Plummets

A report finds a significant decrease in the cost of renewable energy sources compared to 2020, with solar leading the pack by a wide margin. Read More »

Native Americans Win Historic Water Battle

The Indigenous Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have reached a historic $1.9 billion water rights settlement, resolving thousands of tribal claims to waterways in Montana. Read More »

Planting 500 Billion Trees

A UK tech company claims their drone can plant two trees per second using artificial intelligence for guidance, with a goal of planting 500 billion trees by 2060. Read More »

Season of Light: Celebrating the Soul of Winter

Winter has its own jewel-toned beauty that rivals summer’s most dazzling hour if we pay attention. Read More »

Sustainable Kitchen: Advice for Buying and Storing Food

Sustainability can begin at home, starting in the kitchen. Here are some zero-waste lifestyle tips we can apply when shopping for and storing our food. Read More »

The Best Books for Kids: Gift Choices that Can Open Up Worlds

Gifting kids books is a perfect way to encourage childhood reading. Here are tips for selecting the best children's books. Read More »

The Sweet Danger of Sugar: Ways to Enjoy Healthier Holiday Fare

Low-sugar eating strategies and dessert recipes to protect our physical and mental health this holiday season. Read More »

Thomas Moore on the Art of Soulful Listening

Bestselling author and psychotherapist Thomas Moore explores deeper connections through soulful listening in his latest book, Soul Therapy: The Art and Craft of Caring Conversations. Read More »

Tips for Selecting Safe Dog Toys

Recommendations to help in choosing toys that will keep a dog not only happy, but safe. Read More »

Tips to Eat Less Sugar

Expert advice from dietitians on ways to reduce our sugar intake including healthier food alternatives and supplements to help. Read More »

Toyland for Pooches: Choosing Safe Playthings a Dog Will Love

Veterinary advice on what to consider when selecting toys for dogs that are safe, stimulating and long-lasting. Read More »

Try Damask Rose Extract to Boost Liver Function

A new study has found that Damask rose (Rosa damascene) extract can boosts liver function in people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Read More »

Try Garlic to Relieve Endometriosis Pain

For women suffering from pelvic and back pain associated with endometriosis (uterus growth), garlic may help. Read More »

Wind Energy Can Be a Climate Change Hero

Research indicates that advanced wind energy strategies could reduce atmospheric average temperatures of about 32 to 33 degrees Fahrenheit by 2199. Read More »