Local Services

Purpose Driven Women

Dedicated to strengthening communities through service, generosity, and lasting impact. Article by Alessandra Guarneri | Photography by GFWC Woman’s Club of Denville/Rockaway On any given day, somewhere in the Denville area, a quiet act of kindness may be unfolding behind the scenes. It could be a scholarship that helps a local student take the next step toward their future, an Easter basket delivered to a child who needs a little extra joy, or the chance to celebrate a birthday despite...

Style + Beauty

Where Hair Meets Heart

At Lucia C Salon, expert technique and genuine connection come together to create a personalized, feel-good experience rooted in care, confidence, and community. Article by Ellen S. Wilkowe | Photography by Stephanie Blum As a successful business owner and stylist, Lucia Cochran lives in the hair and now.  Her namesake, Lucia C Salon, is the embodiment of a “dream-cut-true” vision she recognized at a young age—long before it became reality.  “I knew I wanted to be a hairdresser since I was...

Professional Services

Valley to Victory

Megan De Tore McDermott and Kat Esteves share stories of resilience, purpose, and connection. Article and Photography by Alessandra Guarneri When women choose connection over competition, something powerful begins to take shape—and few stories illustrate that better than those shared in She Nailed It: Inspiring Stories of Going from Valley to Victory . Among the women featured in the book are two familiar names to the Denville City Lifestyle community: Megan De Tore McDermott and Kat...

Life + Culture

Rooted in Inclusion. One Cut at a Time.

How MJ Salon turns awareness into meaningful support for local caregivers. Article by Alessandra Guarneri | Photography by Stephanie Blum, Brooke Micoletti Autism Awareness Month means something different to everyone. For some, it’s education. For others, it’s advocacy. For Jessica and Manny Cotto of MJ Salon in Boonton, it’s personal — and it’s action. Each April, the salon donates $5 from every service to someone making a difference in the special needs community. But instead of writing a...