Possibly one of the best-known constellations in the northern sky, Ursa Major—or the Great Bear—contains an asterism of seven ...

I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also apply to mid-northern latitudes in the northern hemisphere).

In February, Orion the Hunter and his posse of constellations are the main attraction ... bright stars in a row that make up Orion’s belt for a line of three fainter stars that depict his ...

Locate Orion’s collinear three-star belt as early as 6:30 p.m. when stars ... from zenith — nearly overhead — in star-studded Constellation Taurus. Mars forms a right triangle nearby with ...

February stargazing over Pottsville is fantastic for many reasons, but this year there is a one-two-three punch of bright planets adding to the thrill. If you live with the winter cold, do not let ...

It’s hard to believe that we’re already saying goodbye to January. As we do, there is plenty to look forward to in February, especially for skywatchers. As far as space events go, February ...