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Jersey Skies: Mars meets the Lion

6 days ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

Mars has been moving towards the constellation Leo over the past few weeks. The red planet is now in the constellation Leo and is approaching the lion’s heart. Leo is a very prominent springtime star pattern. It is fairly easy to find as the stars that outline the lion’s head and mane make a large hook shape in the sky. Known as the Sickle, after a farming tool, it curves up from the bright star Regulus. This is the brightest star in Leo and marks the position of the lion’s heart.
Preparing your child for their first dental visit

1 week ago | jerseysbest.com | Ana Gonzalez |Ana González

Bringing your child to the dentist for the first time can be nerve-wracking. It’s natural to have questions and perhaps even a bit of anxiety. Don’t worry. I turned to the experts. Dr. Scott Smith, president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and Dr. Michelle M. Backhaus, president of the New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, provided invaluable guidance on everything from scheduling that first appointment to tips for making the experience enjoyable for your child.
Comic book legends and pop culture icons headline Garden State Comic Fest

1 week ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

Comic books, toys, celebrity guests and more. It can all be found at Garden State Comic Fest’s annual summer convention. Scheduled June 28-29 and to be held for the first time at the Essex County Cody Arena in West Orange, GSCF is a celebration of comics, cosplay, and pop culture featuring celebrity guests, creators and vendors. The new location provides the show more space than in the past, giving fans the rare opportunity to meet stars, artists and more, said Dave O’Hare, owner of GSCF.
Jersey Skies: Jupiter departs

1 week ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

We’ve had a nice long view of Jupiter. The giant planet was closest to us back in December. Now the Earth is leaving Jupiter behind. Every day it sinks lower in the sky. Soon it will be too low for viewing. This week is a good one to see Jupiter. Although it is low in the sky, the moon will reappear and pass near Jupiter. Face the western sky on May 28 between 8:45 and 9 p.m. Find the moon first and then look below it for Jupiter.
Beyond the doctor’s office: How one NJ health system is tackling food, housing and more

2 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

When it comes to living a healthy lifestyle, there are several critical factors that exist outside the exam room that may have a significant impact on physical and mental well-being. With that in mind, Hackensack Meridian Health created its Healthy Connections program, which helps patients with non-medical needs that may ultimately affect their health.
A niece and nephew honor the legacy of their uncle, one of America’s greatest World War II heroes

2 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

Memorial Day is a time when Americans honor the men and women who served in the military and who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The legacy of many of those who gave their lives for their United States, unfortunately, has been forgotten. The legacy of Francis Xavier McGraw, one of America’s most decorated war heroes and arguably New Jersey’s greatest war hero, will never be forgotten because of the commitment of his niece and nephew, Susan and Steve McGraw.
From Colonial streets to cutting-edge shopping: Why Elizabeth should top your summer travel list

2 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

Boasting a storied history and an even more exciting future, Elizabeth is one of New Jersey’s premier tourist destinations. As the calendar turns to summer, there is no better time to explore all this Union County city has to offer. “Visit our many historic sites, take part in cultural celebrations, savor delicious international cuisine, engage in retail therapy or simply explore the great outdoors.
New Jersey celebrates Memorial Day weekend 2025

2 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

Memorial Day kicks off the summer with two opposite moods: The day that we bust out the season’s sunscreen and beach towels is the same day that we honor the sacrifices of our veterans. Talk about a stark contrast. Yet either way, the day is a celebration of freedom. This Memorial Day weekend, raise a glass of lemonade to Memorial Day and to the official start of summer in all of NJ’s counties. Atlantic CountyAtlantic City – Beach Ball Drop at Resorts Casino – Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26.
Jersey Skies: A slender crescent meets Saturn and Venus

2 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

To see Saturn and the moon together, go outside on Thursday morning and face east. Between 4:30 and 5 a.m. should be a good time to view. Find the crescent moon and then look below and left for Saturn. The constellation Pisces is in the background; you may be able to see the “Circlet” shape above Saturn and the moon. By Friday morning the moon’s slender crescent will be closer to Venus. Again, facing east between about 4:30 and 5 a.m., look for the moon.
Healing at home: How one program is transforming patient recovery

3 weeks ago | jerseysbest.com | John Saccenti

When Harry Gordon of South Jersey landed in the emergency room with a high fever and a urinary tract infection (UTI), he learned that he was a candidate for the Hospital From Home program. “They said, ‘You know, we have this program where we set up the hospital room in your home,’ and I said, ‘Sign me up,’ ” Gordon said. “Everybody would rather be at home than in a hospital bed.”Gordon added that the technology component couldn’t have been easier.