By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent With the release of the movies “Hunger Games,” “The…
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Habitat for Humanity back in action in Kearny
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Dormant for more than a year, Kearny’s…
They want to be a ‘VOICE’ for veterans
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Taking a cue from the increasing numbers of…
Retired pro-athletes host dinner to benefit pro bono concussion treatment
By Jennifer Vazquez Observer Correspondent PATERSON – A panel of retired professional athletes took part…
Drug busts, brawls dominate Kearny criminal activities in past week
Two accused local drug distributors were locked up during the past week by Kearny…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is offering help with information about benefits and services available…
Kearny realtor a success story
Fernando Semiao and his family came to America in 1965. They originally moved…
Two from Lyndhurst charged in $30 million mortgage fraud plot
Two Lyndhurst residents have been named in a criminal complaint filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office…
Accused Harrison killer deemed unfit for trial by defense
Carlos A. Campos, the Harrison resident charged with killing his parents and niece at their Hamilton…
New field trips in offing for Walker School teens
Commissioner Mauro G. Tucci, director of the Nutley Department of Parks and Recreation, is sending an…
Library hosts computer training for job seekers
Want to learn or refresh job resume skills? Join a trainer from Bergen County Community College…
Nutley-Belleville preps for annual Columbus Day Parade
The Nutley Belleville Columbus Day Parade Committee announces that this year’s parade is scheduled for Sunday,…
Play Monopoly with Lyndhurst E-squad; help save lives
Lyndhurst Police Emergency Squad (LPES) will host a local Monopoly Game Tournament, in conjunction with Boiling…
Registration Opens for Fall 2012 Theatre Workshop Program
Registration is now open for fall theatre workshop programs for Nutley youngsters in grades 3 to…
Pathways to Independence celebrates its 35th year
By Jennifer Vazquez Observer Correspondent KEARNY – There are organizations that contribute tremendously to our…
Remembering a N. Arlington 9/11 hero
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent On Sept. 10, the day before the anniversary of the…
Town, firefighters going to arbitration
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Kearny’s Bravest and town officials are deadlocked on efforts…
Investors Bank celebrates new locale and loyal customers with VIP reception
By Jennifer Vazquez Observer Correspondent KEARNY — Investors Bank hosted a VIP reception this past…
Giants celebrate grand opening of business
By Jennifer Vazquez Observer Contributor KEARNY – Hundreds of Giants fans lined Kearny Avenue…
How we lost the Passenger Pigeon and other birds
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent LYNDHURST – In 1800, the Passenger Pigeon was considered…
Discarded wood pile ignites behind house
KEARNY – Advice on home renovations: If that work is producing debris, make sure the…
Back to drawing board to lure Passaic Ave. redevelopers
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – A hoped-for makeover of Kearny’s waterfront district – buoyed…
Prostate cancer and you
By Jeff Bahr Observer Correspondent As men age, their bodies become susceptible to an ever…
Tips for businesses run by minorities and women offered in Kearny
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – If you’re a minority member or woman…
Armed man subdued after wild car chase, stabbing
At 4:50 p.m. Nutley Police were called to the parking lot of a Franklin Avenue bank…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Disabled American Veterans (DAV) is offering help with information about benefits and services available…
Kearny residents participate in second annual Bicycle Safety Fair
After last year’s inaugural event was rained out, the Kearny Police Department gave its annual Bicycle…
Real Estate Review: Is now the time to downsize?
For many families, this month brings with it some significant milestones. Teenagers across the country…
Belleville Police blotter
Sept. 13 Ernest Truss, 41, of Belleville, was arrested at 11:47 a.m., for possession of drugs.…
THEATER Etiquette
More than 11.5 million people will attend a Broadway show this year. Millions more will…