Super Bowl champion speaks to Harrison faculty ahead of new year

The staff at Harrison Public Schools had a special treat waiting for them upon arrival back…

For Harrison girls volleyball, the time is now

For a long time now, Harrison girls volleyball head coach Madison Lucas has had this season…

Harrison-East Newark Elks distribute free backpacks

The Harrison-East Newark Elks recently hosted a backpack giveaway for youngsters. Seen here at the event…

Kearny man, 33, annonces unaffiliated candidacy for Hudson County Sheriff

Non-affiliated candidate Justin Avishay, of Kearny, has officially announced his campaign for Hudson County Sheriff in…

Harrison Summer Volleyball Leagues continue to thrive in ninth year

Anthony Sabia has seen interest in volleyball grow by leaps and bounds since the Harrison Recreation…

Harrison FD conducts structure-fire drill

The Harrison Fire Department recently hosted a drill simulating a structure fire and its response. Seen…

Shakespeare in the Park returning to West Hudson

William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” will be performed free of charge at Arlington Depot Park in Kearny…

Harrison’s De Jesus selected to play for Jets Flag Elite

Mya De Jesus knew nothing about the game of flag football when she was first approached…

Local quartet star in Phil Simms NJ North/South All-Star Flag Football Game

As girls high school flag football has continued to grow across New Jersey, so too has…

Not again! Harrison volleyball falls in sectional final

Anthony Sabia compared the mood within the Harrison boys volleyball lockerroom to a funeral. And while…

Guy visits Kearny, announces 2025 recommendations for Open Space grants

The weather was perfect on May 18 and the setting grand as Hudson County Executive Guy…

Harrison boys volleyball wins third straight Hudson County title

Harrison has rarely found itself in a position where it was trailing during this boys volleyball…

KPD: Harrison Woman driving erratically had ecstasy on her

One Harrison woman should have stayed home on May 14. Instead, she finds herself in a…

Fourth-graders at Harrison’s Hamilton School bring history to life with ‘wax museum’

Did you ever have that elementary school project that still resonates with you years later? This writer’s…

Rivera continues run of great setters for undefeated Harrison

With four dangerous hitters on the court capable of picking up a kill at any time,…

Several Harrison middle-schoolers recognized for Law Day contest

Harrison’s Washington Middle School had several students participate in the recent Hudson County Bar Association Law…

‘CARTEL LANDLORDS’ — State AG suing 10 biggest landlords over illegal rent scheme, including Russo

One of Kearny, Harrison, Belleville and Lyndhurst’s most noted landlords — among many other properties in…

Harrison PBA issues statement about town’s desire to create civilian police director

Editor’s note: The Town of Harrison has introduced an ordinance that would create the position of…

Harrison boys volleyball starts strong, looks to be among best in the state

With three straight wins to open the season, including a straight-sets victory over then No. 6…

Harrison softball looks to compete with young roster

Harrison head softball coach Keith Mair knows the learning curve is significant for a Blue Tide…

Auditions for WHATCo’s ‘The Tempest’ upcoming

The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company announces open auditions for its Shakespeare production — “The…

WMS student places third in county poster contest

Harrison’s Washington Middle School eighth-grader Jaimy Jimenez placed third in the middle school division in the…

Harrison HS Drama Club performing ‘Bubble Boy’ next month

The Harrison High School Drama Club presents “Bubble Boy,” April 10, 11 and 12, a musical…

Sights from the 2025 West Hudson St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Harrison boys volleyball begins new year with Sabia as head coach

Technically, this week marks the beginning of a new era for Harrison boys volleyball as Anthony…

PCPO: Harrison & Passaic man among 23 arrested in major drug bust

A Harrison and a Lyndhurst man were among 23 arrested and charged with numerous drugs-related crimes…

Harrison-East Newark youth cheer team returns, with several upcoming events

Competitive cheerleading in Harrison and East Newark has always been a proud tradition in the community,…

Harrison’s Landy steps down after 17 seasons as head boys volleyball coach

This is the lead for this week. All three photos attached are file photos by me.…

Cardinal celebrates Lunar New Year with Mass at Holy Cross in Harrison

  Chinese Catholics from across the Archdiocese of Newark and beyond came together in celebration of…

Harrison’s Shu wins two county titles, rewrites record book

Scarlett Shu may only be a freshman, but that hasn’t stopped her from not just rewriting…