The United States Environmental Protection Agency will host a meeting from 6 to 8 p.m., Aug.…
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HCPO hosting drug-awareness candlelight vigil
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office hosts a candlelight vigil Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024, to coincide with…
ANCHOR rebate season is nearly here
The third season of the ANCHOR kicks off soon, and Belleville Mayor Michael A. Melham reminds…
COMMENTARY — Once again, that little council stunt last week backfires, just like always
Every January, a calendar of Kearny Town Council meetings gets published. And, as has been tradition…
Paz: Thank you for supporting KPSUE
To the Editor: I am writing on behalf of KNJ PS Uniform Exchange to express our…
Fleischman: Was Kearny Council president attempting to silence Observer editor?
To the Editor: I’m writing concerning the letter to the editor signed by the Kearny Council…
Veteran basketball coach Corsetto returns at Kearny Christian
Rich Corsetto will be 78 in November and has been coaching basketball for more than five…
US News & World Report: Bergen 9th safest county in America
Bergen County is one of the safest in the country, so says U.S. News and World…
Upcoming events in the area …
NAPL hosting AI workshop The North Arlington Public Library hosts a program on understanding artificial intelligence…
Successful summer program ends in Harrison schools
It’s been a busy — and fun — summer in Harrison Public Schools, as many enriching…
East Newark plans to scrap police chief position for civilian director
If the Borough of East Newark gets its way, the position of Chief of Police will…
Obituary — Mary Femino dies, aged 99
Mary Femino Mary Femino (nee Garippa), a lifelong Kearny resident, died peacefully at home on July…
Thistle baseball? Yes, it’s true
In Kearny and the surrounding area, the name “Thistle” elicits memories of soccer greatness dating back…
The 411 on 811: PSE&G reminds public to call 811 before digging
In recognition of national 811 Day on Aug. 11, PSE&G reminds its customers they are…
Kearny’s one and only August meeting canceled for lack of quorum
Kearny’s Town Council only meets once in the summer months, and was supposed to get together…
ALERT — Kearny’s National Night Out festivities changed to Aug. 13
Because of potential inclement weather tomorrow, the Kearny Police Department will celebrate National Night Out on…
Zach’s Garage donates 48 backpacks, countless school supplies to PBA, uniform exchange
While there are few things in life that are certain, one thing in Kearny is. And…
Little Bucs win title
The Belleville Buccaneers, a team of a dozen 11-year-olds, emerged as the class of the United…
Kearny Public School Uniform Exchange has plenty to give away, but still needs donations, volunteers
Jenny Paz knew in 2022 she had to do something for the schoolchildren of Kearny. She…
Obituaries for July 31, 2024
John J. ‘Jack’ Burlick Jr. Known for his generous warmth and caring personality, John J. Burlick…
Nutley East Juniors win district, reach regional final
Michael Gajewski is of the belief that success leads to even more success. The Nutley East…
KPSUE receives donated backpacks from Jersey Mike’s with helps of Elks, FMBA, PBA
Jersey Mike’s and the Kearny Elks recently donated 120 new backpacks and 70 combination locks to…
LPD nabs man responsible for June shoplifting, credit card fraud
A Paterson man who was identified as a shoplifter in Lyndhurst was finally taken into custody…
OpEd — Miller: NJ Transit mustn’t close Kingsland Station
In the war on options, it’s time to fight back. Is it lovely that a new…
HCPO: Newark man gets 25 years in prison for role in 2017 Kearny home invasion
A Newark man will spend a quarter century behind bars after a judge sentenced him to…
ALERT — 1&9 North ramp to Wittpenn Bridge will close tonight into tomorrow AM
Beginning at 10 p.m., Friday, July 26, until 5 a.m., Saturday, July 27, the Routes 1&9…
OPINION — Wife of Kearny firefighter says it’s time to make things right for Juan Barroso
I feel the need to write about the situation with Juan Barroso. It is important to…
Obituary for Pearl Yaszczemski: extraordinary mother, grandmother and great-grandmother
Pearl Yaszczemski joined her beloved husband Chet in Heaven on July 21, 2024, literally surrounded by…