HARRISON – Ryan Meara was already making plans for the rest of his life. A…
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Things looking up for scrappy Blue Tide softball squad gals
By Jim Hague The 2012 high school softball season arrives next week and it’s not…
Message for the Soul
Determination makes dreams come true Have you ever felt that you have more potential within you…
How long should you keep your statements
By Randy Neumann Rumor has it that you should retain copies of your federal tax…
Obituaries
James David Graham James “Jimmy” Graham, 52, lifelong resident of East Newark, entered into eternal rest…
Tax return help available in Kearny
By Anthony J. Machcinski During this time of year, many people are burdened with the hassle…
Harrison Police Blotter
Mario Dagraca was arrested on March 14 after he was observed smashing the window of a…
Governor comes to town
By Ron Leir The Chris Christie “show” came to Kearny March 19 as New Jersey’s…
New crossing to bridge gap
By Ron Leir KEARNY – Recession or no, motorists and commercial truckers who rely on…
Kearny soldier returns safely from front
By Anthony J. Machcinski The call to serve your country is something many Americans get; however,…
Buying more time: North Arlington to install new parking meters
By Ron Leir NORTH ARLINGTON– Time heals all wounds, they say. And so it may…
One Tank Escapes: Maximum excitement for minimum cost
By Jeff Bahr With soaring fuel prices that have people wondering if their gas was…
For America’s sake, let’s stop the Lin-sanity
No, this isn’t about sports – at least not in the way that you might think.…
When chips are down, he gets riled up
Early on March 11, Officer Neil Nelson responded to the Quik Chek on a report of…
News from the Belleville Police Blotter
March 15 A stolen motor vehicle was recovered at the corner of Mill and Clinton Sts.…
Graced by the gods, locals invited to watch wily Pseudolus, anew
By Anthony J. Machcinski HARRISON – Harrison High School will turn back the back the…
Library-vet gets ‘bookish’ about books
By Ron Leir NUTLEY – Whether it was listening to her mom reading to her…
Around Town
Belleville Chorus of Communities will host its third annual Cabaret Night on Friday, March 23, from…
Pitching and defense: Keys to Golden Bears’ baseball success this season
By Jim Hague Once again in 2011, the Lyndhurst High School baseball team enjoyed immense…
Vikings look to be vastly improved on the diamond
By Jim Hague Paul Marcantuono knew that his North Arlington High School baseball team would take…
Former rivals DelMauro, Ramos now teammates in All-Star contest
Nutley standout back, Belleville lineman selected to 34th annual clash By Jim Hague Armando Ramos had…
Be tax efficient in retirement
By Randy Neumann A great vehicle to save for your retirement is using qualified retirement plans.…
Obituaries
Thomas G. Buck Thomas G. Buck, 70, died on Saturday, March 3, at the Clara Maass…
Know what matters the most
The one secret that sets the rich and successful apart from others is the knowledge they…
ANOTHER FALLEN CANDLE, ANOTHER FIRE
PHOTOS BY BRUNO CABALLERO/ FOURTEEN PEOPLE WERE FORCED OUT OF THEIR APARTMENTS IN A MARCH 6…
Argument between neighbors turns deadly; suspect in custody
By Anthony J. Machcinski LYNDHURST– An argument in the morning hours of Monday, March 5, led…
Hudson County Bar Association meets in Kearny for first time ever
By Anthony J. Machcinski A historic event took place in Kearny on March 8…
Lyndhurst Elks Club rebounds from Hurricane Irene damage
By Jeff Bahr LYNDHURST – Like other lodges that bear its familiar name, the…
Respect for family’s grief outweighs ‘getting the story’
On March 2, Jeff Bahr and I conducted easily one of the hardest interviews we’ve ever…
WE’VE GOT MAIL
To the Publisher: I was christened by Father John Washington at St. Stephen’s Church in May…