Jack Bauer returns in new version of ‘24’
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent There’s no question that when “24” went off the air after eight…
At Bellavia, it’s all about the customer
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent Bellavia Chevrolet Buick has finished construction of its all-new facility, now open at…
Around Town
Bloomfield Job Haines Home, 250 Bloomfield Ave., will host these programs: • FreeArthritis Exercise Program starting on Wednesday, June 11,…
STATE CHAMPS!
Lyndhurst’s softball team captures first-ever state sectional title By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer …
NA boys’ track: Making strides toward respectability
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer Two years ago, Danny Cordeiro was known strictly as a standout soccer…
Lyndhurst wins NJSIAA state sectional track and field title
First for Golden Bears since 2011 and second one in 53 years By Jim Hague…
Obituaries
Ruth Cucchiara Ruth Cucchiara, 91, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, May 20, at Alaris Healthcare, Kearny. Born in Newark,…
Another specialty accreditation for St. Michael’s
Every 39 seconds, an adult dies from a cardiovascular disease such as a heart attack or stroke,…
Nutley PD: Camaro owner says ‘white substance’ splattered all over car
May 17 The owner of a Camaro called police at 1:45 p.m. to report that a…
ALERT: Schuyler Avenue closed southbound at Park Avenue in NA for gas leak
NORTH ARLINGTON — Schuyler Avenue is closed southbound at Park Avenue in North Arlington because of…
Will state help cure deficit?
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE – The state Department of Education has assigned a monitor to oversee the Belleville…
Talk about a real ‘con’ game
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent In our April 4 edition, The Observer warned readers of a new phone…
They’re on call to help seniors
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent NUTLEY – “Do you need anything?” “How can we help?” Or maybe just,…
Season ‘opener’ for garden crew
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – If you grow it, they will come. That’s how the…
Seek voters’ opinion on school shift
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent EAST NEWARK – Borough residents will be asked to pay extra attention when…
Nabbed in 72G I.D. theft
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Thanks to diligent police work, “a very involved” case of identity theft,…
Thoughts & Views: The world according to Hagel
In an interview with Charlie Rose aired last week on PBS, U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel was explaining the…
WE’VE GOT MAIL
‘KEEP INTERSECTION CLEAR’ To the Editor: As was recently reported in The Observer, a pedestrian was struck and killed…
From Kearny to Hollywood: How Thomas Schnauz made it big on the small screen
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent If you’re a fan of “Breaking Bad” — and let’s face it,…
KPD blotter: Station robbery, MV thefts
Kearny police are working with their counterparts in Belleville to apprehend a man who assaulted and robbed an attendant at…
For nearly 95 years, Bogle Agency Insurance has been there for the community
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent LYNDHURST — These days, when a new business opens up —…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Irish American Association sponsors a trip to Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Boston and Mohegan Sun Casino, June 2-6. Cost…
Belleville’s volleyball team advances to NJSIAA state sectional semifinals
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer John Spina knew that his Belleville High School boys’ volleyball…
QP’s Negroni heads to state sectionals on high note
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer Natalie Negroni has established herself as one of the most…
Nutley’s Mercadante belts 3-run homer, lifting Maroon Raiders to sectional semis
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer All Nico Mercadante wanted to do was make a name for himself.…
W.H.A.T. closes season with ‘The Fantasticks’
A charming love story, magical illusions and memorable music will bring the West Hudson Arts and Theater Company’s 2013-14 season to a close…
Inserra marks 60 years in business
Inserra Supermarkets recently marked its 60th anniversary by honoring 179 of its ShopRite associates who embody the family-owned company’s…
Obituaries
Joao Almeida Joao “John” Almeida died May 16 at home. He was 47. Arrangements were by the…
Ambulance crash injures 5
LYNDHURST — An ambulance crash at the intersection of Second Avenue and Ridge Road injured five people on…