Nutley Mayor Joseph P. Scarpelli would like to notify residents of an upcoming New Jersey Department…
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Nutley police advisory — cops see uptick in car break-ins
The Nutley Police Department advises residents of a recent increase in thefts from motor vehicle. Public…
Celebrate North Arlington Festival set for later this month
The Borough of North Arlington will host its “Celebrate North Arlington” Festival, an annual community event…
OP-ED — Ferreira: Here’s how the parking situation in Kearny should be handled
To the Editor: Interim-Mayor Peter Santana and the Town Council held a parking meeting on Aug.…
Several Sept. 11 remembrances scheduled locally
These are the local Sept. 11, 2001, remembrances we’re aware of at this point. Essex…
KPD: Deli owner buys new cameras, quickly nabs alleged repeat shoplifter
Of late, a local deli has reported a repeated shoplifter in the store. So, the store…
KPD: Boy, 17, with a colorful past, nabbed on Kearny’s Ivy Street
A 17-year-old Jersey City boy, who apparently has a storied history of breaking the law, allegedly…
KPD: Serial shoplifter said she’d kill herself if she got arrested
On Aug. 27, Officers Sean King and Jordan Miranda were dispatched to the Target store on…
Obituaries for Aug. 30, 2023
John R. Hempel Sr. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of an…
Belleville Sons take home several prestigious awards at National Convention
If there’s any doubt about how the country feels about the Belleville chapter of the Sons…
For the Kearny PBA & FMBA, it’s been a busy and fruitful August
In August, many in the world of public safety spend time down the shore, out in…
Nutley Commissioner Evans offers great tips for taxpayers, not just for those from Nutley
The Township of Nutley wants residents to be aware of several discount property tax programs available…
Latest episode of ‘Inside Nutley’ now available
The August episode of the Inside Nutley Podcast featuring Nutley icon Anthony Iannarone, longtime president of…