There is a police presence this morning at the lower end of Kearny Avenue where police…
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Solar panels, installed in most Belleville schools, will $ave on power, teach kids importance of ‘Green’ living
The Belleville School District says it is moving ahead with cutting-edge initiatives to create a cleaner,…
COMMENTARY — A year ago, Pronti’s words rang strong. They still do to this very day …
The tragic loss of Baby Giovanna remained on my mind for days on end after it…
Obituaries for Jan. 25, 2023
Genevieve DeMetro Genevieve DeMetro (nee Kozdron) of Kearny died at home with loving family on Friday,…
Here’s a shocker — Wittpenn Bridge will be closed most of this weekend
Beginning at 6 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 21 until 9 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 22, NJDOT’s contractor, CCA…
Amateur Radio ‘Winter Field Day’ later this month will demonstrate science, skill and service
Members of the West Hudson Amateur Radio Club (WHARC) will participate in the national Amateur Radio…
HCPO hosting security program for houses of worship
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and…
Harrison Council reorganizes
The Harrison Town Council reorganized Tuesday, Jan. 17. Mayor James A. Fife and Councilmembers Larry Bennett,…
Nutley PD: Woman, 74, reported missing, found dead on her building’s rooftop
Daughter told police she was concerned after not hearing from her mom in a few days…
Obituaries for Jan. 18, 2023
Anne S. Mackinnon Anne S. Mackinnon (nee Austin), 92, of Rutherford, formerly of Kearny, died Jan.…
WARNING — Scammers spoof Nutley PD’s phone number on Caller ID while making menacing phone calls to residents, department says
There are scams — and then there are scams where the scammers really have a brass…
KPD: Man driving on Truck Rts. 1&9 shot behind ear, police want to know why
Victim admitted to JCMC for observation