A former longtime educator/administrator has been named to the Harrison Board of Education to fill the…
Year: 2022
First-ever farmers market coming to Belleville
Belleville will partner with an out-of-town nonprofit to produce its first Farmers Market program, expected to…
Kearny man dies following motor cycle crash in Belleville: police
A Kearny man suffered fatal injuries as the result of a spill taken while riding his…
2 promoted to sergeant, 1 to lieutenant, at Kearny PD
Three veteran law enforcement officers were elevated in rank during ceremonies at Kearny Town Hall on…
Theobserver.com has never been unsafe and is now safer than ever
Over the last four or so months, The Observer’s website, www.theobserver.com, has experienced its share of…
Alice Cooper, George Clinton, freestyle artists delight at recent concerts
Alice Cooper and disco? If you can believe it, yes ...
Routes 1&9 Truck northbound closed and detoured this weekend for bridge repairs in Kearny
The New Jersey Department of Transportation announced Routes 1&9 Truck northbound will be closed and detoured…
Optimism and uncertainty abound as Lyndhurst softball team kicks off 2022 season
With a new season comes hope and optimism, even if there is some uncertainty mixed in.…
Belleville Bucs look to bounce back after rough 2021 season
Joe Sorce understands the perception that comes with a 6-18 record like the one Belleville had…
America, meet Nutley’s Doug Edert, leading Saint Peter’s to Sweet 16
Nutley's Edert leading the way for Peacocks, now in the Sweet 16.
KPD: Gennadii Meschcheriakov wouldn’t move his truck, & hit man with mallet, so we arrested him
A look at some of the last week's crimes in Kearny ...
McCurrie says she won’t seek new term in 2022
As breaking news stories go in Kearny, this is about as big as they come in…
Registration open for Kearny’s annual town-wide yard sale
Registration is open for Kearny residents who plan to participate in the Annual KUEZ Kearny Town-Wide…
Harrison PD participating in Udrive Utext Upay
Law enforcement officers from the area, including the Harrison Police Department, will be cracking down on…
KHS Project Graduation Committee getting quite colorful for community-wide fundraiser
Kearny High School’s Project Graduation committee is trying something new for its town-wide fundraiser this year…
WHATCo’s ‘Almost, Maine,’ will feature several well-known local couples
The West Hudson Arts & Theater Company (WHATCo) presents “Almost, Maine,” a play by John Cariani, Friday,…
Belleville cited as ‘Healthy Town to Watch’
Belleville has been recognized for its commitment to creating a healthier place to live through initiatives…
Nutley PD: Substitute teacher arrested after allegedly exposing genitals
A 58-year-old township man who served as a substitute teacher in the Nutley School District has…
KPD: Teens involved in bloody fight near Dunkin, several arrested
On March 10 at 3:46 p.m., Officers Jason Rodrigues, John Donovan, Det. Kyle Plaugic and Sgt.…
2 arrested after trying to break into car, both released immediately thereafter: Lyndhurst PD
Two men who attempted to break into a high-end vehicle in Lyndhurst Wednesday, March 16, and…
Nutley Jaycees announce 2022 Distinguished Service Award winners
The Nutley Jaycees have announced its annual Distinguished Service Award winners for 2022 with honorees being…
When adults use social media to spread lies and call it ‘opinion’ …
It is sometimes stunning that there are adult human beings who do not know the difference…
For NJCU volleyball, it’s all about Kearny
Carlo Edra is a veteran college and professional volleyball coach who has enjoyed two stints as…
Mother Nature plays havoc with first week of spring practice
The spring sports season was all set to hold the first week of practice, albeit a…
Sights from the 2022 West Hudson St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The West Hudson Irish Association’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade was today, and despite the cold weather,…
KPD: Erratic driver nabbed, charged with drunken driving
On March 4 at 4:10 p.m., police dispatch broadcast details of a call they received concerning…
Journey’s journey to the Rock included some seriously strained vocals
Since 1973, the arena rock band Journey has held steadfast and true. After Steve Perry left…