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LETTER — LaClair: enough with the politics of vendetta and grievance
To the Editor: A few weeks ago, (five) members of our Town Council relayed an ugly…
Edith M. Ficeto, mother of Kearny Councilman Jerry Ficeto, dies aged 97
Edith M. Ficeto (nee Cannella) of Toms River died peacefully at home on Aug. 15, 2024,…
Harrison public schools launch High-Impact Tutoring program for mathematics
Thanks to the recent $128,280 High-Impact Tutoring grant awarded by the State of New Jersey, Harrison…
Will the EPA allow toxic sludge to be de-watered in Harrison?
The United States Environmental Protection Agency will host a meeting from 6 to 8 p.m., Aug.…
HCPO hosting drug-awareness candlelight vigil
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office hosts a candlelight vigil Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024, to coincide with…
ANCHOR rebate season is nearly here
The third season of the ANCHOR kicks off soon, and Belleville Mayor Michael A. Melham reminds…
COMMENTARY — Once again, that little council stunt last week backfires, just like always
Every January, a calendar of Kearny Town Council meetings gets published. And, as has been tradition…
Paz: Thank you for supporting KPSUE
To the Editor: I am writing on behalf of KNJ PS Uniform Exchange to express our…
Fleischman: Was Kearny Council president attempting to silence Observer editor?
To the Editor: I’m writing concerning the letter to the editor signed by the Kearny Council…
Scott Millar continues Kearny soccer legacy, takes over as Kards head coach
Kearny soccer has been a part of Scott Millar’s life before he was even old enough…
KGC Cheer says Aloha, takes second place at Global Games in Hawaii
Jamie Guedes figured there was nothing to lose this past winter when she filled out the…
Veteran basketball coach Corsetto returns at Kearny Christian
Rich Corsetto will be 78 in November and has been coaching basketball for more than five…
US News & World Report: Bergen 9th safest county in America
Bergen County is one of the safest in the country, so says U.S. News and World…
Upcoming events in the area …
NAPL hosting AI workshop The North Arlington Public Library hosts a program on understanding artificial intelligence…
Successful summer program ends in Harrison schools
It’s been a busy — and fun — summer in Harrison Public Schools, as many enriching…
East Newark plans to scrap police chief position for civilian director
If the Borough of East Newark gets its way, the position of Chief of Police will…
Nutley’s deJianne heads to the RBI Softball World Series
Makenna DeJianne is used to pitching against girls older than her both in travel ball and…
Nutley American LL 10U wins District title
According to coach Steve Michalek, the jump from age 9 to 10 is as big as…
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…
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…
Lyndhurst’s Olivia Glasser has found her home on the baseball diamond
Whenever Olivia Glasser steps on the baseball field, she is usually the only girl on the…
Nutley East Juniors win district, reach regional final
Michael Gajewski is of the belief that success leads to even more success. The Nutley East…