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…

A rainbow appears in Kearny

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…

National Night Out festivities in Kearny set

The Kearny Police Department hosts its annual National Night Out festivities Aug. 6, from 6 to…

Obituary — Richard E. Mangin at 89

Richard E. Mangin Richard E. Mangin of Kearny died July 11, 2024. He was 89. He…

Nutley Little League Intermediate 50/70 takes third in the state

Nutley Little League Intermediate 50/70 (13U) coach Albert Prodigalidad knows this age group often presents a…

BCPO: Former Mets GM Omar Minaya’s wife found dead in bathroom of her Bergen County home

The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the death the wife of former New York Mets…

WHATCo performing Shakespeare soon, both locally and away

The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company is bringing the Bard to Kearny this summer. A…

At least 3 members of NJ’s Congressional delegation call for Menendez to resign following conviction

At least three members of New Jersey’s Congressional Delegation have called upon U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez…

State releases audit of automated license plate readers

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey State Police Superintendent Col. Patrick J. Callahan announced…

OBITUARY — Carol O’Neill at 71

Carol O’Neill Carol A. O’Neill, (Skromyda), 71, died Saturday, July 6, 2024, in Riverview Medical Center,…

Heat wave continues today, Nutley mayor offers tips for all residents

Because of the extended heat wave today, with temperatures soaring into the upper 90s with a…

Police: Lyndhurst man arrested after allegedly grabbing 3 women’s bums

A man who was alleged to have grabbed three women by the buttocks has been arrested…

Grace United’s Vacation Bible School upcoming

Grace United Methodist Church hosts Vacation Bible School July 29 to Aug. 2 from 6 to…

Hudson County opens cooling center for the unhoused in South Kearny

A cooling center in South Kearny will remain open through mid-September, Hudson County Executive Craig Guy…