Each year, this newspaper features a photo of Nicolle Santos, 8, of Kearny, when her enthusiastic…
Category: Opinion
Murphy’s up for re-election soon. Don’t forget his 2019 inaction
It has never been the policy of this newspaper to endorse candidates for elected office. After…
We could use a rekindling of the spirit that followed the 9/11 terror attacks
Sept. 11, 2001 — in three days, it will have been 20 years in the past.…
EDITORIAL — Schools reopen soon, so remember to drive safely near them
Whenever a new school year starts, we are reminded by local police departments of the importance…
What a different world we had 20 years ago
Looking at the calendar today, it is exactly one month from now our nation, our world,…
EDITORIAL — Parents, please: Be sure kids are safe when biking
A few weeks ago, two youngsters were riding a bicycle east on Garfield Avenue toward Davis Avenue…
EDITORIAL — Nutley must cancel fireworks planned for Sept. 10, 2021
For those of us old enough to be able to say we remember Sept. 11, 2001,…
EDITORIAL — Decision to buy Tasers for Kearny PD was right one
Most of us looked on in horror as Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, Police Officer Kim Potter screamed…
EDITORIAL — Belleville’s De Peña continues to blaze the trail for Latinas
A few years ago, we first met Naomy De Peña when she was a candidate for the…
We’ve got a lot to be thankful for this 4th of July
One year ago, the nation and the world was in the midst of a period no…
EDITORIALS for June 23, 2021
Harrison Rec Center will be an area envy Last week, Harrison Councilman Larry Bennett took The…
By George & Great Scott, KPD’s 2020 crime numbers were stellar
Last week, we reported some tremendous news. Kearny’s overall crime, as reported by the FBI in…
EDITORIAL — Questions to ask yourself before voting June 8
In just a few days, on June 8, Democrats and, if they so desire, unaffiliated voters…
EDITORIAL — In gratitude to all who made the ultimate sacrifice
How fortunate are we to live in a time where, for the most part, our world…
EDITORIAL — A few words about Lupus
May is Lupus Awareness Month and locally, the Town of Kearny lights up Town Hall purple…
EDITORIAL — It’s election season and the truth matters now more than ever
This week, this newspaper marks its 134th anniversary. The very first issue of The Arlington Observer…
EDITORIAL — Tremendous move in Essex County to generate revenue
There’s an age-old question asked of politicians that rarely generates a solid answer. It’s in response…
EDITORIAL — Election law is the law, even if it seems unfair
There are plenty of laws in this state and country that, despite seeming either too lenient…
EDITORIAL — Refurbished Oval is something to behold
If you haven’t been inside it yet, you’re in for treat. Kearny’s Gunnel Oval, under renovation…
EDITORIAL — In thanks to our local funeral directors
One year ago, when the COVID-19 pandemic was growing completely out of control, there was one…
EDITORIAL: COVID-19’s toll on mental health
The numbers are staggering. COVID-19 has led to a serious toll on Americans’ mental health. According…
EDITORIAL — Belleville painting is hardly in unsafe hands with mayor
There’s a lot going on in this world of ours. We just marked the first anniversary…
EDITORIAL — No parade? No problem
This is normally a time of year where a lot is happening. The clocks move forward…
EDITORIAL — What a year it’s been for all of us
It’s almost eerie to look back at The Observer of March 11, 2020. It included the…
EDITORIAL — Bergen County must do better with COVID-19 vaccines
When Kearny Mayor Alberto G. Santos expressed his disappointment a few weeks ago that Kearny was…
EDITORIAL — In thanks to Santos and NJSEA for keeping Keegan closed
Last week, we brought you and update for the first time about the status of the…
EDITORIAL — Please curb your dogs!
Kearny resident Eileen Verdi generally has a good finger on the pulse of what’s happening in…
EDITORIAL — In Tony Mondaro we trust
Well, we all seem to have gotten through the recent snow storm. Of course, we certainly…
EDITORIAL — Somehow, people are still using the street to dispose of masks …
For those of us out there old enough, perhaps you might recall, oh, it’s probably 25…
EDITORIAL — Have a driveway? A garage? Please use it for the sake of others
On the surface, this editorial might seem like outright complaining. But the truth is, it’s not.…