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Vira Mamchur Schwartz

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vschwartz@dailyvoice.com

Vira Mamchur Schwartz is the quintessential jack-of-all-trades... and master of a few of them. Vira’s editorial career started in technology publishing, writing and editing at the Ziff-Davis publication Computer Shopper. Later she served as Managing Editor at CD-ROM World and then Internet World, before moving to freelance writing.

Her articles have appeared in the New York Times, L.A. Times, Folio, Portable Computing, Internet Shopper and other websites and magazines that no longer exist. She ghost-wrote and designed an award-winning diet and fitness book for a popular fitness personality and, currently, loves to tell stories about people and animals.

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Obituaries

Adventurous, Kind, Loving: Joan Mary Ramaccia Formerly Of Franklin Lakes, Morristown, 94 Joan Mary Ramaccia (nee Cesaretti), formerly of Franklin Lakes, Morristown and Naples, F.L, died on Friday, Aug. 16, in Omaha, NE at the age of 94. Joan was born on February 8, 1925, in Amsterdam, N.Y. She graduated from Union Hill High School in Union City and the McDowell School of Design in New York City, where she was employed as a dress designer before marrying her childhood sweetheart, William, on September 2, 1946. They raised four children together: William, Clairann, Luanne and Robert. She lived in New Jersey most of her life before retiri…

by Daily Voice

08/21/2019

Obituaries

Animal Lover, Family Man: James Alfred Stoddard Of West Milford Dies, 49 James Alfred Stoddard, Jr., 49, of West Milford left us too early on July 24, 2019. Growing up as the only boy in a large Italian family, there was no shortage of attention spent on this active, fun-loving and adventurous young man. Having lost his father, James Stoddard, Sr., at an early age, “Jim Jim,” as he was lovingly known, was raised as “The Prince” by his doting family—and rightly so. A child of the '70s, Jimmy loved music, with KISS being a particular favorite. Jimmy took every opportunity to enjoy them whether it be a concert, book signing or a fan meet and greet. He and h…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

08/09/2019

Lifestyle

Pastrami On Rye? We Got You Covered! 5 Sandwich Spots To Try In Essex County Traced back to 18th century England, the sandwich in all its iterations can satisfy most any palate. There are the classics: turkey and Swiss, tuna salad, pastrami on rye and chicken parm. Then there are the specialties: grilled veggies, tofu and avocado, smoked turkey and brie, the fat sandwich. New Jersey has them all. Here are five places in Essex County where you can find your favorite or try something new. Hobby’s Deli, 32 Branford Pl., Newark. Hobby’s Deli rightly calls itself “a Newark tradition before you were born.” This kosher-style deli has it all and ranks at the top of sev…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

08/05/2019

Lifestyle

Must Include Mutz! 5 Sandwich Spots To Try In Hudson County Traced back to 18th century England, the sandwich in all its iterations can satisfy most any palate. There are the classics: turkey and Swiss, tuna salad, pastrami on rye and chicken parm. Then there are the specialties: grilled veggies, smoked turkey and brie, the fat sandwich. New Jersey has them all. Here are five places in Hudson County where you can find your favorite or try something new. Fiore’s Deli, 414 Adams St., Hoboken. This Hoboken deli staple since 1913 wins high praise on Yelp and TripAdvisor, and Facebook reviewers claim to drive hours for a Roast Beef and Mozzarella. F…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

08/05/2019

Lifestyle

Pastrami On Rye? We Got You Covered! 5 Sandwich Spots To Try In Union County Traced back to 18th century England, the sandwich in all its iterations can satisfy most any palate. There are the classics: turkey and Swiss, tuna salad, pastrami on rye and chicken parm. Then there are the specialties: grilled veggies, smoked turkey and brie, the fat sandwich. New Jersey has them all. Here are five places in Union County where you can find your favorite or try something new. Cioffi’s, 762 Mountain Ave., Sprinfield. Founder Antonio Cioffi arrived in America with $20 in his pocket in 1957 and fulfilled his American Dream. Yes, they do pizza, but you’d be giving Cioffi’…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

08/05/2019

Business

Coffee Lovers: 5 Spots For Your Caffeine Fix In Bergen County You Probably Haven't Tried Yet Java. Joe. Rocket Fuel. Mud. Whatever you call it and however you take it, coffee is a necessity of life for many and a pleasant now-and-then pick-me-up for others. Lucky for us, Bergen County is packed with winning java joints. So many that some fall through the cracks. Here are five cafés in Bergen County that promise to provide that necessary jolt, relaxation and a little something to eat, too! G.O.A.T. Coffee, Lyndhurst: People love owner Pam and the pour-over coffee. Plenty of brunch options available, too. CU Latte, Cresskill: Cheap smoothies and strong coffee. Paninis and Nutella …

by Vira Mamcur Schwartz & Cecilia Levine

07/30/2019

Lifestyle

Coffee Lovers: Top 5 Spots To Get Your Caffeine Fix In Union County Java. Joe. Rocket Fuel. Mud. Whatever you call it and however you take it, coffee is a necessity of life for many and a pleasant now-and-then pick-me-up for others. Lucky for us, Union County is packed with winning java joints. Here are five top coffee cafés in Union County that promise to provide that needed jolt, relaxation and a little something to eat, too! Track 5, 5 Eastman St., Cranford. The one thing you see over and over again on Track 5’s reviews on its Facebook page? People who swear they will come again—and again! Pour over coffee, unique blends and plenty of pastry choices. …

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

07/28/2019

Lifestyle

We All Scream For Ice Cream: The Scoop On Where To Find a Scoop (Or Two) in Essex County From Vanilla—America’s favorite according to the International Dairy Foods Association—to Olive Oil (yes, really!), there’s no flavor of ice cream you can’t find in New Jersey. Here are five spots for the creamy, frozen treat in Essex County. Applegate Farm, 616 Grove St., Montclair. Check any poll online and you’ll find Applegate Farm at the top of any best ice cream list—including Daily Voice’s, where it ran away with votes to place #1 in our recent Best Ice Cream in Essex County poll. Many flavors are gluten-free and you can enjoy splits, shakes, cakes and pies. Mark & Julie’s Home…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

07/26/2019

Lifestyle

Here's The Scoop: Where To Find The Best Ice Cream In Hudson County From Vanilla—America’s favorite according to the International Dairy Foods Association—to Olive Oil (yes, really!), there’s no flavor of ice cream you can’t find in New Jersey. Here are five spots for the creamy, frozen treat in Hudson County. Torico Homemade Ice Cream, 20 Erie St., Jersey City. With a tagline of “Serving happiness since 1968,” you know you’re getting something special. Offering more than 65 flavors (try avocado!), owners Pura and Peter Berrios say they have a flavor for everyone and we believe them. Online reviews stress it’s well worth the wait if there’s a line. They als…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

07/26/2019

Lifestyle

Here's The Scoop: Where To Find The Best Ice Cream In Union County From Vanilla—America’s favorite according to the International Dairy Foods Association—to Olive Oil (yes, really!), there’s no flavor of ice cream you can’t find in New Jersey. Here are five spots for a creamy, frozen treat in Union County. Magic Fountain, 498 Morris Ave., Summit. Winner of Daily Voice’s Best Ice Cream in Union County poll, Magic Fountain is the place to go for soft-serve in Union County. Online reviews call it a Summit staple; check out the magic blends. Zita’s Homemade Ice Cream, 1790 Springfield Ave., New Providence. Named for the family’s grandmother and aroun…

by Vira Mamchur Schwartz

07/26/2019

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