NA awarded $32K grant for recycling initiatives

State environmental officials have awarded North Arlington $32,000 as part of $16.2 million in grants being…

Former medical office manager, a North Arlington resident, admits to conspiring to distribute Adderall illegally: US Att’y

The former office manager of a New Jersey psychiatric medical practice — a resident of North…

NA Knights hosting two fundraisers

Knights hosting ‘Shrove Tuesday’ sit-down or take-away dinner The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus sponsor…

Pronti: Many NA residents have not yet filed for ANCHOR rebate

Many eligible taxpayers have not yet applied for a tax rebate through the ANCHOR program, with…

NA administrator Steven LoIacono named President of NJ Municipal Managers Association

North Arlington Borough Administrator Stephen LoIacono has been named President of the New Jersey Municipal Managers…

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…

NA Knights host pasta dinner Jan. 31

The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus sponsor an eat-in/takeout pasta dinner Tuesday, Jan. 31 at…

North Arlington girls, Belleville and Kearny boys win holiday basketball tournaments

The holiday tournament week has been a successful one for The Observer Area basketball teams. Three…

The Top 10 Sports stories of 2022

It’s safe to say that 2022 was a memorable year for local sports. Champions were crowned,…

QP 5th-6th volleyball team wins Bergen County JV Tournament

REMEMBERING 2 LOCAL HEROES WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES 3 YEARS AGO

We often say, in the face of tragedy, and when a hero is lost, that we…

Preseason signs point to much better 2022-23 season for NA boys’ basketball team

With a new head coach and several first-year varsity players, this preseason represents a clean slate…

As Santa parades around NA Nov. 26, NAFD will collect food

Beginning at 9 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 26, Santa and friends will travel the streets of North…

Montes de Oca fitness center renovated, rededicated

North Arlington High School recently reopened the Montes de Oca Fitness Center after being completely remodeled,…

NA Knights hosting blood drive after Thanksgiving

Drive will take place at Columbian Club Hall

THUMPING WINS!

Kearny Town Council candidates aligned with Mayor Alberto G. Santos won seats on the governing body;…

Barber steps down as NAHS boys’ soccer coach

For Kevin Barber, this isn’t a retirement from coaching. In fact, the veteran North Arlington coach…

Bergen establishes countywide EMS unit

The Bergen County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution establishing a Bergen County Emergency Medical Services…

Kevin sits down with NA Mayor Daniel H. Pronti



Candidate profiles — North Arlington & Kearny council races

Boys’ State Tournament Roundup: North Arlington soccer catches fire at right time, Kards down Montclair

With six losses in its last seven games and an 8-12 overall record, this was not…

NA football team in state tourney for 2nd time in 25 years

For just the second time in 25 years, North Arlington’s football team is heading to the…

NA Junior Vikings have stellar day against WERC

The North Arlington Jr Vikings Football program took the field Oct. 8 against the WERC Warriors…

North Arlington girls soccer look to continue successful start after BCT setback

As the head coach of one of the smallest schools in Bergen County, Mike Vivino knows…

Knights hosting pasta benefit dinner

The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus sponsor a benefit eat-in/or takeout pasta dinner Tuesday, Oct.…

Rough weekend for county soccer play

County tournament play heated up for many of The Observer area teams this weekend, and unfortunately…

North Arlington girls beat Lyndhurst, 1-0, at Red Bull Arena; both advance to county tournament

Daliana Rojas and her North Arlington teammates have been thinking about the chance to play at…

IWF event will at NAHS will benefit the Michael Robert Cammett Jr. Memorial Foundation.

As the founder of the Independent Wrestling Federation (IWF), Nutley native Kevin Knight has taken pride…

Inexperienced NA volleyball team may have a tough road ahead

Despite graduating nearly the entire lineup from last year’s stellar 15-10 team, North Arlington girls’ volleyball…

Archdiocesan cemeteries hosting open houses this fall

Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark will host several open houses throughout Essex, Union, Bergen,…