HCPO: Inmate found dead in county jail in South Kearny

The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the death of an inmate at the Hudson County…

HCPO: Jersey City woman involved in Kearny crash behind bars with new charges

A Jersey City woman who authorities say was involved in a serious motor-vehicle crash Nov. 15…

McCann Stamato proposed bill would address long-term elder care

Assemblywoman Barbara McCann Stamato, D-Jersey City, who represents Kearny in the general Assembly, has introduced legislation…

KFD’s Madden promoted to captain earlier this week

At the recent meeting of the Mayor and Town Council Feb. 4, 2025, Firefighter Daniel Madden…

Taking a look back at The Observer of 1974 with its former editor

By David Lieberfarb Former Editor of The Observer Thanksgiving 2024 marked the 50th anniversary of a tumultuous…

Skyway will be closed most of this weekend

From 11 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31 until 3 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 2, the entire Pulaski Skyway…

DEVELOPING — Rodrigues takes oath as Kearny’s Second Ward councilman after unanimous vote

Jose Rodrigues was sworn in as Kearny’s new Second Ward councilman by Mayor Carol Jean Doyle…

Route 7 closures expected all week, DOT says

Beginning at 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13 until 6 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 14, and continuing each…

‘Twisted Cats’ celebrate a decade of service to Kearny … and it’s all thanks to Len Twist

When Len Twist first realized Kearny had an enormous need for a trap, neuter, return (TNR)…

Young Marine’s WWII combat valor recognized with Silver Star Medal 80 years ago — though you’d hardly know it

How did the combat valor of a young Marine from Kearny who selflessly gave his life…

HCPO: Kearny man arrested on child-pornography charges

A Kearny man has been arrested following a Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office investigation into alleged child…

Lane closures expected on Rt. 7 this week

Expect lane closures on Route 7 Tuesday into Wednesday this week. Beginning at 8 p.m., Tuesday,…

Red Bulls historic playoff run ends with loss in MLS Cup Final

Despite a strong comeback effort, the Red Bulls were unable to overcome an early two-goal deficit…

Harrison PD will conduct DWI checkpoint later this week

The Harrison Police Department will conduct a DWI checkpoint from Saturday evening, Dec. 14, 2024, to…

HCPO names the 2 victims in this morning’s Hamilton Avenue fire in Kearny

The two victims of this morning’s fire at 56 Hamilton Ave., Kearny, have been identified, Hudson…

EDITORIAL — Remembering Det. Joseph Seals & Douglas Miranda as we approach 5th anniversary of their deaths

It only took a few minutes to realize something significant was happening Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019,…

Jack & jill responsible for seriously injuring moped rider in cargo van collision charged: HCPO

Two Kearny residents who the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office says were responsible for a serious crash…

BARROSO SAGA DRAGS ON INTO 9TH MONTH

For those who have not been able to view The Observer Live! recently, here’s a recap…

HCSO conducting targeted DWI patrols in coming days

In a proactive effort to promote public safety and reduce the number of impaired drivers on…

HCPO opens state-of-the-art DNA lab

Life for forensic scientists has just gotten exponentially better in Hudson County. The Hudson County Prosecutor’s…

HCPO: Pa. man seriously injured in Kearny crash; other driver allegedly drunk

The Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit and the Kearny Police Department are investigating a motor…

Cardinal Tobin honors law enforcement at annual Blue Mass

The Archdiocese of Newark honored the dedication and sacrifices of all active, retired and deceased New…

Jablonski accepts new judgeship in appellate division; new Hudson assignment judge appointed

Hudson County Assignment Judge Jeffrey Jablonski has a new role in the state’s appellate division and…

Kearny, PCA (ACP) and We Are One NJ hosting citizenship clinic in town

The Town of Kearny, in partnership with We Are One New Jersey Hudson County Center, and…

Massive headache alert: Hoboken PATH station will be closed most of February, PA says

If for any reason you use the PATH system via the Hoboken station, you’re going to…

Early voting in NJ begins Saturday, Oct. 26 and lasts through Nov. 3

Early voting in New Jersey begins Saturday, Oct. 26 and runs for nine days through Nov.…

McCann Stamato: Let’s drop pet med tax

National Pet Wellness Month, observed every October, aims to promote awareness of pet health and well-being, with the American Veterinary Medical Association encouraging…

ALERT — Guy hosting resource fair for Harrison & East Newark residents

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy will join forces with Harrison Mayor A. James Fife and East…

CRAIG’S QUITE A GUY

If there’s one thing that is certain, it’s Craig Guy, Hudson County’s new executive, keenly remembers…

Hudson Commissioners OK Guy’s Open Space Grant recommendations; 4 West Hudson projects green lighted

The Hudson County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved County Executive Craig Guy’s recommendations for allocating $8,498,822…