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Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Jessica Treto of Hackensack Meridian Health!
Meet Jessica Treto, M.D., a General Surgeon specializing in advanced gastrointestinal, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery. As a mom of two, she understands first hand the challenges that come with addressing your own health needs while also taking care of your family....
Your Guide to Spring & Early Summer at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach
Your Guide to Spring & Early Summer at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach Spring is here, and there is no better place to enjoy family fun than Jenkinson’s Boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach. From community events and holiday celebrations to live...
Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Maria Katsoulis-Emnace of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Medical Group is thrilled to welcome Dr. Maria Katsoulis-Emnace, a board-certified pediatrician with over 27 years of dedicated experience in the Ocean County, New Jersey area. She is known for her passion, exceptional...
Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Alicia Palmieri of Hackensack Meridian Health!
Meet Alicia Palmieri, D.O., a Urogynecologist specializing in Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care to improve the quality of life for women with complex pelvic floor disorders. She has extensive training in both vaginal and...
Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Charles Geneslaw of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health Medical Group is excited to announce the joining of Dr. Charles Geneslaw as a board-certified pediatrician. With four decades of experience in medicine, Dr. Geneslaw is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children, from infancy through young adulthood.
Meet a Mom: Meet Tiffany Nametko!
This week’s Meet a Mom is Tiffany Nametko, a Point Pleasant Borough native now raising her family in Toms River. A proud mom of two, Tiffany is the founder of Ocean Wave Mamas LLC, a growing social and playdate community serving moms across Ocean and Monmouth...
Get your backyard ready for spring with these smart tips from the pros at Mosquito Squad
To paraphrase Bill Murray in Groundhog Day, this winter was cold, it was grey, and it felt like it would last forever. But Spring has finally sprung, the weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer—and we’re set on getting our outdoor space set up and...
Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Shabnam Maghsood of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health is pleased to announce the expansion of its pediatric care with the addition of our newest pediatrician, Dr. Shabnam Maghsood, M.D. Dr. Maghsood's philosophy of care is to provide a welcoming environment to our patients and...
Introducing the 2026 College Prep Guide
Local Moms Network and The College Corner's 2026 College Prep Guide presented by Gorilla Grip College prep has changed a lot since we were applying. “Between online applications, the huge increase in students applying, and the ripple effects of COVID, it’s a...
Meet a Doc: Meet Dr. Daniel Ruderfer, M.D. of Hackensack Meridian Health!
Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Daniel Ruderfer, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Infectious Diseases. Dr. Ruderfer is board-certified inboth general pediatrics and pediatric infectious diseases, bringing over 15 years...
Local Guide: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Whether you join a 5K, attend a pink-themed fundraiser, or simply show your support, every step makes a difference. Check out these upcoming local events and find a way to get involved this October.
Think Tick Season is Over? Here’s Why It’s Not
Fall is actually the most important time to address rodent control, before mice and rats establish themselves indoors for the winter.
Meet A Doc: Meet Dr. Mark Kayton of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Long-Lasting Smiles Start with Whole Mouth Health: A Fresh Routine for Ocean County Kids
Long-Lasting Smiles Start with Whole Mouth Health: A Fresh Routine for Ocean County Kids Did you know U.S. children miss more than 34 million hours of school each year due to emergency dental care, with tooth decay being one of the most common chronic childhood...
Meet-a-Doc: Meet Dr. Alexa Durante of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Meet-a-Doc: Meet Dr. Alexa Durante of Hackensack Meridian Children's Health! Hackensack Meridian K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital at Jersey Shore University Medical Center is excited to spotlight our newest pediatric endocrinologist, Alexa Durante, M.D., who has...
Weeknight Baked Chicken Parmesan from Kat Ashmore
Looking for a weeknight dinner that will have your kids asking for seconds? This baked chicken parmesan from Kathleen Ashmore, creator of this recipe and author of the best-selling cookbook Big Bites, is your answer. While traditional chicken parm can be heavy...
5 Ways to Center Yourself for the New School Year
Heading into a new school year after a fun summer can be a bummer for kids, and the transition can also put a huge burden on parents. “Moms may struggle with the invisible labor involved in getting everyone settled—things like getting the kids to doctors appointments...
Keeping Your Ocean County Kids Sun-Safe All Year Long: A Back-to-School Essential!
Keeping Your Ocean County Kids Sun-Safe All Year Long: A Back-to-School Essential! As the lazy days of summer begin to wind down and the school buses reappear on our streets, our minds naturally shift to back-to-school preparations. New backpacks, fresh supplies, and...
My/Mochi: A Mom Treat Kids Love Too
Photo courtesy of Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills Moms Every mom knows that 3 p.m. feeling. The kids are asking for their third snack of the day, and you’re scanning the fridge for something that will satisfy your sweet craving without derailing your health goals. ...
Meet A Doc: Meet Dr. Victoriya Staab of Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health!
Meet A Doc: Meet Dr. Victoriya Staab of Hackensack Meridian Children's Health! Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health is pleased to spotlight Victoriya Staab, M.D., pediatric surgeon and pediatric trauma medical director at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune,...