MyVeronaNJ is a new way of looking at local news and events in Verona, NJ. Updated frequently throughout the day, it will feature the news, photos and videos that capture the experiences of those who live here, and Verona natives who have moved away.
Julia Martin Langan
MyVeronaNJ has been created by Julia Martin Langan and Virginia Citrano, Verona residents and journalists. Julia Martin Langan moved to Verona in 1989. A long-time journalist, she has been on the staff of Money, Sports Illustrated, Bride’s and Redbook magazines. Her articles on health and parenting appear in a variety of national publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Newsday, Parents, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s Bazaar, Self and Family Circle. She and her husband Greg have three school-aged children, and are members of Our Lady of the Lake Church. You can reach Julia at julia@myveronanj.com.
Virginia Citrano
Virginia Citrano grew up in Verona. She moved away to write and edit for The Wall Street Journal‘s European edition and Institutional Investor. She began working on Web sites in 1995 at Crain’s New York Business and was hired by Forbes.com in 2001. Now back in Verona, she contributes to a variety of publications and Web sites, including USAirways‘ inflight magazine, and consults on social media. In Verona, she serves on the board of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit and the Verona Environmental Commission, as well as the Laning Ave. SCA’s environmental committee. A recent graduate of Rutgers University’s Environmental Stewards program, she leads an after-school program for elementary school children in spring and fall. You can reach Virginia at virginia@myveronanj.com.
In keeping with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials, MyVeronaNJ.com mandates that neither its staff nor its freelancers receive cash or in-kind compensation for their work from companies they are writing about. In plain English, this means that we pay for our own meals when we review a restaurant and buy our own ingredients when we cook.
We owe our fabulous logo–and a huge debt of gratitude–to Amelia Fabian and Tony Vecchione at Big Yellow Taxi.
Contributors
Tracy Bermeo
Tracy Bermeo: As a mother of three who has lived in Verona for more than 8 years, Tracy says, “I’ve built a life, made new friends and loved every moment of it. I look forward to skating on the lake in the winter and following my kids down the slide at the pool in the summer. On a perpetual quest for balance, I grow my own herbs and never leave home without my cell phone.” For more about Tracy, see her blog.
Bo Kirby
Bo Kirby: Our intrepid photographer started taking pictures when she started a scrapbooking business (after buying the entire inventory of a craft store in Maine!), and she’s been doing both ever since. Bo did personalized scrapbooks for every senior on the Boys’ and Girls’ 2009 VHS Soccer team and has created baby, wedding, birthday and coach scrapbooks as well. “I am passionate about the challenge that taking sports photography presents,” Bo says. “And I do truly adore the idea of putting together a story via pictures in my scrapbooks.” You can contact Bo by e-mail.
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Doreen Arminio
Doreen Arminio: Though she has only lived in Verona for three years, Doreen qualifies as a long-time resident by marriage: Her husband and business partner Joe Arminio was born and raised here. Doreen is an active member of the Verona Chamber of Commerce and co-hosts its TV show, “The Round Table”. She also dedicates much of her time to the Junior Women’s Club of Verona, a volunteer organization that raises money for local and international needs. E-mail Doreen.
Maryellen McHugh
Maryellen McHugh: Maryellen is a busy mother of three young sons, twins who are 6 and a 2 year old, and has lived in Verona with her husband Terry since 2002. She is originally from the Boston area and remains loyal to the Red Sox and Patriots, in good times and bad. After surviving a career in health care, she is excited to get back to her journalistic roots and help local businesses grow and prosper through effective local advertising on MyVeronaNJ.com. E-mail Maryellen.
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