By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Kearny residents have apparently been spared the appearance of an “adult novelties”…
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More than a fender-bender
KEARNY – As motor vehicle accidents go, the one pictured here may not appear very serious. But…
School board post open
The Belleville Board of Education is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on the board, following the resignation of member…
Doran’s return still up in the air
HARRISON – Whether Harrison Schools Superintendent James Doran will return to his job remained in limbo as of last week. Board of…
KPD: Beware of phone scam
Kearny detectives are investigating the attempted extortion of more than $1,300 from a local woman by telephone scamsters, one of whom…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Public Library and Information Center, 221 Washington Ave., hosts: • The Mad Scientist’s Laboratory on Tuesdays at…
Missing girl returns/ NPD blotter
A Nutley teen reported missing on Thursday, June 26, is back safe, police said. Eva Simon, 14, returned home on…
Breast cancer survivor celebrates with SMMC patients
Newark resident Elsie Best celebrated five years cancer-free this June by bringing presents to those undergoing cancer treatments at St. Michael’s…
Third Wave Café marks grand opening
Third Wave Café, 525 Riverside Ave., Lyndhurst (near King’s Court), celebrated its grand opening on June 28, with Mayor Robert…
Ready to handle dental emergency?
Little Johnny comes running in from the backyard, his brand-new permanent tooth in his hand. What do you do? Your…
UPDATE: Eva Simon, 14, of Nutley found safely
NUTLEY — The Nutley Police Department says 14-year-old Eva Simon has been found safely and unharmed.…
‘Jersey Fresh’ back in town
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – The Kearny Farmers’ Market, sponsored by the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone…
Will Doran accept big pay cut?
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – Will he go or will he stay? That’s what the…
Feds target laser threat to planes
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent You can call it a limited-time offer, but it’s being offered by the…
New school borders set
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – The Kearny Board of Education voted June 16 to set in…
Superstorm Sandy aid available
Hudson County Long Term Recovery Committee (HCLTRC) has been set up after Superstorm Sandy to support and coordinate the area’s longterm…
Taxes up, but so are public safety ranks
BELLEVILLE – Public safety personnel and capital needs are being addressed as part of the Belleville municipal budget introduced earlier…
Guilty plea in massive scam
A Lyndhurst man, owner of a Jersey City jewelry store, pleaded guilty last week to a role in what authorities…
In KPD database, they’re #busted
KEARNY – Following a nearly threemonth investigation, Kearny police have arrested two suspects in connection with the theft of 158…
KHS graduation day marred by mishap
KEARNY – Two Kearny teenagers were shaken up after their vehicle was involved in an accident…
Longtime coach promoted in police ranks
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent EAST NEWARK – He’s been a longtime West Hudson youth coach,…
A special day for N. Arlington child
NORTH ARLINGTON – A 10-year-old borough lad was the center of attention recently when he was…
KPD blotter: Accosted by gunman
A Kearny man was robbed at gunpoint in the early hours of Saturday, June 14, in the area of Sanford…
News from the Nutley police blotter
June 14 A mishap, at 5:18 a.m., involving a tow truck ended up damaging a vehicle being towed, police…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Public Library and Information Center, 221 Washington Ave., announces its Eight Great Live Monday Nights series, sponsored by…
Cali renewed for trash pickups
KEARNY – The Town of Kearny has renewed its contract with Cali Carting of Kearny for the collection of…
Belleville pair in meth takedown
Two Belleville residents were among 14 suspects charged last week in connection with a multi-state drug trafficking ring that supplied large…
Free Dentistry Day at Smile Design Specialists
Smile Design Specialists, 312 Belleville Turnpike, Suite 3B, North Arlington, had a great day meeting many new people from…
West Hudson pols endorse DeGise for County Exec more than a year before he’s up for re-election
HARRISON — Hudson County Executive Tom DeGise accepted the endorsements of Harrison Mayor James Fife, Kearny…