If you’re looking for fun this weekend, Belleville has big events planned

A big weekend of family-friendly fun and food are on the menu as Belleville launches into…

‘Inside Nutley’ episode features spot with Fox 5’s Tina Cervasio

The latest episode of the “Inside Nutley” podcast featuring Fox 5 sports anchor and reporter, Fox 5’s “Sports…

Nutley girls’ soccer enjoys a big week after difficult start for young roster

With perhaps the youngest roster he’s had in his 12 years as Nutley’s head girls soccer…

Nutley Parks & Rec hosting residents-only pumpkin-painting event for grandparents, grandkids

The Nutley Department of Parks and Recreation invite grandparents and their little ones to a special…

Several local schools fare well in NJDOT’s Safe Routes program

The New Jersey Department of Transportation, in coordination with the New Jersey Safe Routes Resource Center…

Elks soccer shoot set for next month for kids aged 5 to 13

The North Central District of the Elks host a soccer shoot for boys and girls, aged…

Nutley Health Department issues alert for pending heat wave

With another heat wave predicted for the next few days, Nutley’s Commissioner of Health John Kelly…

Delays possible beginning tomorrow on Washington Avenue in Nutley & Belleville

Nutley Mayor Joseph P. Scarpelli would like to notify residents of an upcoming New Jersey Department…

Nutley police advisory — cops see uptick in car break-ins

The Nutley Police Department advises residents of a recent increase in thefts from motor vehicle. Public…

Latest episode of ‘Inside Nutley’ now available

The August episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast featuring Nutley icon Anthony Iannarone, longtime president of…

Helm takes the helm of Nutley’s football team

With the weight room and locker rooms at Nutley High School undergoing significant renovations this summer,…

Tan Mom, formerly of Nutley, seeking Florida seat in the U.S. Senate

Well this is tantastic news. Tan Mom, 55, of Nutley, also known by her real name,…

NA’s summer concert series comes to a successful close

North Arlington’s Summer Concert on Aug. 8 hit all the right notes, featuring “The Reagans 80s…

Nutley native, former Maroon Raiders wrestling coach Frank DiPiano, becomes new AD at St. Benedict’s

Frank DiPiano looks upon his new office as the athletic director at St. Benedict’s Prep and…

Nutley boy, 11, honored by commissioners after journey to D.C. as ambassador

Russell Ballou, of Nutley, is only 11. And yet, he’s already accomplished more than some people…

Nutley PD: 3 arrested on DWI charges, others

The Nutley Police Department made a slew arrests to end July and in the process, took…

Ciccolini Brothers redevelopment plan on track: Scarpelli

The Nutley Board of Commissioners say they continue to make progress on the property formerly occupied…

Kearny, NA, Lyndhurst and Nutley apply for — and get — grants to fight spotted lanternflies

Four of the seven towns in The Observer’s coverage area have applied for — and have…

Nutley American LL wins 8U North Jersey championship, falls in state final

As Travis Gonick talked to his Nutley American Little League 8U team for the last time…

New crosswalk beacon installed in Nutley

The Nutley Department of Public Works has installed a new pedestrian crosswalk beacon at the intersection…

Nutley hosting blood drive in August

The Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health has partnered with Vitalant Blood Services of New…

Nutley American Little League wins 7-8 District title, is on the verge of more

When play began for just the second Little League State Tournament for players ages 7-8, Nutley…

Nutley experiencing another uptick in catalytic-converter thefts, PD says

Nutley Police Director Alphonse Petracco and Chief Thomas Strumolo are again advising residents of an uptick…

Almost 80 years after he was killed in action, Nutley serviceman’s remains finally come home

Nearly 80 years after he was thought to be forever lost, a fallen World War II…

Nutley completes 10th Junior Police Academy to rave reviews

For the last decade, the Nutley Police Department has hosted scores of fifth- through eighth-graders each…

After nearly 80 years of waiting, Nutley World War II hero’s remains are coming home next week

A fallen Nutley resident who was a U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman and whose remains took decades…

Lyndhurst Girls Basketball Summer League returns with heavy local flavor

Opportunities for local girls basketball players aren’t as plentiful as they are for their male counterparts.…

1 under arrest, 2 sought in Nutley attempted burglary: police

One person is in custody but other suspects are still being sought by the Nutley Police…

Two locals conferred degrees by Centenary University

Two local graduates have been awarded a degree by Centenary University in Hackettstown. Laura Lehman, of…

Local trio makes history with first NJ Girls Flag Football North-South All-Star Game

Harrison’s Fatma Mohamed and Rasha Abdeljalil as well as Marcella Blancato of Nutley have been trend-setters…