Remember back in 2022 when there was a carjacking at the Kearny ShopRite and the…
Year: 2023
Meet Kearny’s new Mayor … Peter Santana
For new interim Kearny Mayor Peter P. Santana, it’s all about building on the success of…
Former Newark cop from Bloomfield sentenced to five years in prison: ECPO
A former Newark cop from Bloomfield who police say struck and killed a pedestrian in 2021…
Kearny, NA, Lyndhurst and Nutley apply for — and get — grants to fight spotted lanternflies
Four of the seven towns in The Observer’s coverage area have applied for — and have…
NA Knights hosting blood drive
The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus sponsor a blood drive Thursday, Aug. 10, from 3 to…
WHATCO’s ‘Puffs’ cast announced
The West Hudson Arts & Theater Co has announced the cast for “The Puffs, or Seven…
KPD: Man who fell asleep at the wheel tells officers ‘I’m drunk’
On July 31, Sgt. Ben Wuelfing, patrolling after midnight, noticed a vehicle parked in a prohibited…
LaClair: Let’s give our new mayor a chance to show he can lead
To the Editor: Many people do not agree with the Town Council’s selection of our new…
Obituaries for Aug. 2, 2023
Brian T. Toal Brian T. Toal, 49, a lifelong resident of Kearny died Monday, July 24,…
GOING PRO — Kearny’s Meagan McClelland signs with San Diego Wave FC
For the time in as long as she can remember, Meagan McClelland is getting to…
Nutley American LL wins 8U North Jersey championship, falls in state final
As Travis Gonick talked to his Nutley American Little League 8U team for the last time…
SOCCERTOWN USA-UK — EPL, EA Sports & Kearny team up to build mini-pitch
If ever there were any doubts where the capital of American Soccer is, it’s pretty clear…
New crosswalk beacon installed in Nutley
The Nutley Department of Public Works has installed a new pedestrian crosswalk beacon at the intersection…
Police: Man who said he was driving from Newark to Newark was … drunk
On July 31, Sgt. Ben Wuelfing, patrolling after midnight, noticed a vehicle parked in a prohibited…
Drunken driver smashes into vehicle with family of 4 in it, then just drives off: Police
On the morning of July 28, a family of four was casually driving down Schuyler Avenue…
Lyndhurst’s Frank’s GMC wins 2022 Dealer of the Year award
General Motors has recognized Frank’s GMC in Lyndhurst with the 2022 GMC Dealer of the Year…
As you likely expected, Wittpenn will be closed July 29
The Wittpenn Bridge will be closed Saturday, July 29, from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
North Arlington announces National Night Out plans
The Borough of North Arlington will celebrate National Night Out on Aug 1. The nationwide event…
Bx Man who allegedly strangled Kearny resident charged with slew of crimes: KPD
A Bronx man is behind finally behind after he reportedly attempted to strangle someone he knew…
Lyndhurst police charge Kearny man with shoplifting: Auteri
A Kearny man who Lyndhurst police say shoplifted from one Valley Brook Avenue store was in…
Lyndhurst has National Night Out covered
Lyndhurst’s National Night Out celebration Aug. 1 will include interactive displays. demonstrations, giveaways, food and dessert…
Crane that toppled over in Manhattan owned by company with close South Kearny ties
The crane that collapsed and toppled to the ground at a construction site on 10th Avenue…
4 kids who stole 2 cars, attempted home break-ins and several other crimes in 2 towns sprung in Belleville before KPD could charge them: Police
Four teenagers who reportedly stole two cars, tried to break into a few Kearny homes, then…
Drone video footage of St. Stephen’s Corpus Christi procession
This footage was filmed by David Louis, a local videographer. Check out his video via St.…
Nutley hosting blood drive in August
The Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health has partnered with Vitalant Blood Services of New…
Belleville looking toward ‘biggest’ National Night Out ever
The Belleville Police Department, Mayor Michael Melham and the Township Council are planning a night of…
NA celebrates Independence Day with reading of ‘Declaration of Independence’
The Borough of North Arlington continued a cherished tradition July 4 as residents gathered on…
Obituaries for July 26, 2023
Cecilia Agnes Holle Cecilia Agnes Jordan Holle was born to James and Rose Ann Hamill Jordan,…
Nutley American Little League wins 7-8 District title, is on the verge of more
When play began for just the second Little League State Tournament for players ages 7-8, Nutley…
Harrison summer volleyball leagues continue to grow in popularity
There’s no denying the growth in boys volleyball in New Jersey, and especially in this area,…