Articles by Patrick Lombardi

Black History NJ: Sarah Vaughan

Prolific jazz singer Sarah Vaughan was born in Newark on March 27, 1924. A proud NJ native, she left behind an amazing jazz, bebop, and pop legacy.

The Best St. Patrick’s Day Parades in NJ

Who doesn’t love a good parade? We’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a countdown of the Best Parades in New Jersey. You won’t want to miss them!

Jersey Through History: Waterloo Village

Waterloo Village was an ironworking settlement on the Muscenetcong River. Now, it is part of Best of NJ’s Jersey Through History collection.

The Cousins Discussing their New Children's Book with Steve Adubato

HGTV Stars, The Cousins, Discuss New Children’s Book

Carpentry is a skill that most people “leave to the professionals” when something goes wrong. But The Cousins from HGTV want kids to learn these skills.

Black History NJ: Eric LeGrand

In 2010, Rutgers defensive tackle Eric LeGrand suffered a spinal cord injury. Since then, he has become an inspiration to Americans with disabilities.

Michele Siekerka Discusses Gender Diversity in the Workforce

The Business Benefit of Gender Diversity in the Workforce

Tune in to One-On-One with Steve Adubato as the show host talks with Michele Siekerka about the importance of gender diversity in the workforce.

Jersey Through History Featuring The Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage

Jersey Through History: The Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage

Their 250+ years of historical significance make both the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage perfect for our Jersey Through History series.

Make-A-Wish New Jersey Celebrates 10,000 Wishes Granted

Make-A-Wish New Jersey grants life-changing wishes to children battling critical illnesses. They recently celebrated granting their 10,000th wish.

Paid off with Michael Torpey Addresses Student Debt Issues

“Paid Off With Michael Torpey” Tackles Student Debt Crisis

New Jersey native Michael Torpey is an actor currently hosting Paid Off with Michael Torpey, a game show helping students get rid of their student debt.