A Lyndhurst couple who were supposed to be taking care of a disabled woman instead took…
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ALERT — Traffic nightmare ongoing on Rt. 3 East in Clifton
All lanes on Route 3 eastbound are closed with traffic getting by on the left shoulder…
Governor attempts to do what Guy & Doyle already did with helicopters
Gov. Philip D. Murphy has asked the FAA’s new administrator to reduce and reroute “non-essential helicopter…
Lyndhurst PD: Passaic man wouldn’t slow down and now he’s behind bars
One Passaic man really should have just slowed down. Instead, he finds himself behind bars at…
ANCHOR rebates coming soon
Homeowners and renters in Belleville and surrounding communities should be on the lookout for a letter…
Davie named Hudson County Family Lawyer of the Year
Lifelong Kearny resident and Harrison attorney Ken Davie has been selected as the Family Lawyer…
Harrison-East Newark Elks distribute free backpacks
The Harrison-East Newark Elks recently hosted a backpack giveaway for youngsters. Seen here at the event…
2 new officers joining East Newark PD
Two East Newark cadets recently graduated the police academy and are now patrolling the streets of…
Son of East Newark police sergeant heading to police academy in September, will join ENPD after its completion
East Newark Mayor Dina M. Grilo recently swore-in the borough’s newest police recruit, 23-year-old Jaydon Fiori.…
ECPO: 3 Essex Sheriff’s Officers, including 1 from Kearny & 1 from Belleville, suspended & charged with theft from arrest scene
Three Essex County Sheriff’s Officers — including one from Kearny and one from Belleville — have…
William D. Von Busch at 60
William D. Von Busch William D. Von Busch, affectionately known as Billy, died unexpectedly at his…
Lyndhurst PD: Juvenile who walked around store with ‘toy’ gun visible in waistband taken into custody
While toy guns are made with orange tips to differentiate them from real ones, they’re sometimes…
Kearny PD: 39 citations issued in single-day pedestrian safety enforcement operation
As part of its ongoing efforts to improve pedestrian safety, the Kearny Police Department conducted a…
Loads of backpacks & supplies given to kids — at no cost — thanks to KPSUE
Scores of families were on hand Friday, Aug. 22, as Jenny Paz (holding up four fingers…
Caroselli: We could use more community policing in this country
To the Editor: It has become obvious to me that community policing is really more important…
Lyndhurst police arrest Queens man who scammed resident of $75K+
Most of the time, when residents are scammed out of a lot of money, there’s very…
Kearny UEZ hosting Scarecrow Stroll
Be sure to take part in the of the first-ever Kearny UEZ Scarecrow Stroll & Contest.…
Bipartisan bill championed by state PBA will strengthen mental-health protections for first responders
Gov. Philip D. Murphy signed legislation Aug. 21 proposed by the State PBA to enhance the…
Kearny PD: Cops arrest man who burgled Kearny Exxon 6 times
For a couple of weeks, on numerous occasions, when Ozzie Shahzad would come to work in…
Kearny PBA No. 21 offering free haircuts for students at Kearny’s Franklin & Washington Schools and East Newark School
The Kearny PBA is hosting a unique event Aug. 31 — and because of it, students…
News briefs for Aug. 20, 2025
Kearny UNICO hosting Wind Creek trip Kearny UNICO sponsors a bus trip to Wind Creek Casino…
Obituaries for Aug. 20, 2025
Alfredo DaSilva Cruz Alfredo DaSilva Cruz died Aug. 8, 2025. He was 73. Born in Murtosa,…
COMMENT: Perhaps Gloucester Township has the right idea on dealing with juvenile crime
It’s gained national attention, the ordinance the Township of Gloucester adopted July 28, 2025, and perhaps…
LPD: Habitual shoplifter arrested, charged accordingly
Sometimes, it’s best to quit while you’re ahead. But for one alleged habitual shoplifter, the allure…
Charity wrestling event returning to North Arlington this fall
For the fifth consecutive year, North Arlington will host an IWF Wrestling event Saturday, Oct. 4,…
DOT: Months-long closure coming to one Newark Avenue lane from Wittpenn Bridge
More traffic headaches are forthcoming for those who have to drive into Jersey City. Beginning at…
Lawdanski’s Mammography in Motion Mobile Unit and Community Health and Wellness Fair helps many in need
Here’s a look at images from the event.
Kearny PBA offering free haircuts for students of Kearny’s Washington School and the East Newark School
The Kearny PBA is hosting a unique event Aug. 31 — and because of it, students…
4 Kearny Girl Scouts awarded scholarships
Four Girls Scouts from Kearny are among several others who are Girl Scouts Heart of New…
Haggerty: LPD nabs 2 who drove into Lyndhurst in a stolen vehicle
It was just a week ago when we reminded the public about how foolish it is…