KPD: Know this guy? Let us know if you do since we think he robbed a bank

On April 12 at 11:50 a.m., Officer John Fearon and several backup officers responded to a…

UNICO offering scholarships for graduating seniors who live in Kearny

Kearny UNICO, the Italian-American service organization, seeks applications for its 2022 Undergraduate Scholarship Awards. Applicants must…

Students of the Month for March named at Kearny’s Garfield School

The following are March Students of the Month at Kearny’s Garfield School. Kindergarten: Rosalie Landro, Joy…

March Students of the Month named at Kearny’s Franklin School

Yvonne Cali, principal of Franklin School in Kearny, announces March Students of the Month. Xavier Quiles,…

Honor students announced at Kearny’s Roosevelt School

Antonio Moyano, principal of Roosevelt School in Kearny, announces the following students have attained Principal’s honors…

KPD: Man takes stolen Bentley on Walmart lot joyride, police can’t pursue it after it rams cruiser

On April 5 at 3:11 p.m., Officer Mat Lopez was dispatched to a report from Nassau…

Recognize anyone in these photos? If so, they’re yours for the taking

These photos from the 1950s were donated to but are no longer needed at the Kearny…

KHS’s Almeida named Certified AD by national organization

Kearny High School Athletic Director Vincent Almeida he been named a Certified Athletic Director...

Kearny HS baseball team may surprise people, coach says

Heading into the season, Kearny baseball coach Dave Smart saw a team that while young, had…

Two incumbents, two newcomers running for Kearny council

The Kearny Democratic Party recently announced a full slate for the Town Council seats that will…

Ferreira says he’ll run independently, not as a Dem, in November election for Councilman

Ferreira: I have decided that this time around, in the spirit of unity and to demonstrate…

KPD: Attorney general’s directive allows wanted man armed with gun & hollow-point bullets to escape in stolen vehicle … police catch him despite this hindrance

Editor’s note: The following entry really, actually happened.

Kearny Councilwoman recognized for her pandemic outreach, care for others

A Kearny Councilwoman was recognized for her diligent work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic...

Schuyler School names March Students of the Month

Valerie Iacono, Schuyler School principal proudly announces the school’s March Students of the Month..

Abdo-Manno closes deal worth $4 million+ for Century 21

A local realtor recently completed a commercial transaction for more than $4 million. Century 21 Semiao…

Kearny man dies following motor cycle crash in Belleville: police

A Kearny man suffered fatal injuries as the result of a spill taken while riding his…

2 promoted to sergeant, 1 to lieutenant, at Kearny PD

Three veteran law enforcement officers were elevated in rank during ceremonies at Kearny Town Hall on…

Routes 1&9 Truck northbound closed and detoured this weekend for bridge repairs in Kearny

The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced Routes 1&9 Truck northbound will be closed and detoured…

KPD: Gennadii Meschcheriakov wouldn’t move his truck, & hit man with mallet, so we arrested him

A look at some of the last week's crimes in Kearny ...

McCurrie says she won’t seek new term in 2022

As breaking news stories go in Kearny, this is about as big as they come in…

Registration open for Kearny’s annual town-wide yard sale

Registration is open for Kearny residents who plan to participate in the Annual KUEZ Kearny Town-Wide…

KHS Project Graduation Committee getting quite colorful for community-wide fundraiser

Kearny High School’s Project Graduation committee is trying something new for its town-wide fundraiser this year…

KPD: Teens involved in bloody fight near Dunkin, several arrested

On March 10 at 3:46 p.m., Officers Jason Rodrigues, John Donovan, Det. Kyle Plaugic and Sgt.…

(VIDEO) Sights & sounds of the 2022 WHUIA St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Sights from the 2022 West Hudson St. Patrick’s Day Parade

The West Hudson Irish Association’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade was today, and despite the cold weather,…

KPD: Erratic driver nabbed, charged with drunken driving

On March 4 at 4:10 p.m., police dispatch broadcast details of a call they received concerning…

Deceased body pulled from Passaic River

The body of a deceased man was pulled from the Passaic River in Kearny yesterday, Hudson…

TAYLOR CALLS IT A CAREER

For this story, we’re going to go back in time — way back.

Blind student Cash now has new basketball job at Kearny High

Eddie Cash always had a strong love of the game of basketball. “I was living in…

Kearny/NA co-op wins McMullen Cup title

In just the third year of varsity hockey, the Kearny/North Arlington/Secaucus co-operative team incredibly captured a…