MEET MS. METS

There are certain dates, in the life of a Mets fan, that ring out. They’re memorable…

Lyndhurst’s Partyla named Observer Athlete of Year; All-State RB becomes fourth Golden Bear to receive honor

Four years ago, Piotr Partyla had to make a brutally tough decision – one that was…

Top 10 stories of the first half of 2020

To say the first six months of 2020 have been trying would be a gross understatement.…

Lyndhurst, Nutley get ready for Last Dance World Series

When local high school baseball teams were preparing for the 2020 season to begin back in…

Hail to the top scholar/athletes in the area — Five locals earn award from NJSIAA for academic, athletic excellence

Every year, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association holds a special luncheon to honor all…

Former Observer Athlete of the Year Pezzolla reflects on year at Monmouth

It was shaping up to be the best year of Giulia Pezzolla’s young life. Honored last…

Passaic County man, wanted for alleged attempted homicide, taken into custody by Lyndhurst PD: Auteri

A Passaic County man wanted by authorities in Smyth County, Virginia, for an alleged attempted homicide…

Off-duty firefighter, also a police lieutenant, saves woman, cat, from blaze

The quick thinking of an off-duty volunteer Lyndhurst firefighter, who also happens to be a police…

OUT FOR BLOOD

There’s a huge need for blood. And it’s been very hard to get donations since all…

Pandemic turns big plans into lost cause for Lyndhurst’s Jorge

It was going to be a year to remember for Alexia Jorge. Everything was finally beginning…

STATE V. HIGHER ED?

In the weeks leading up to now, we’ve seen on TV and even on the pages…

Archdiocese of Newark will close 10 schools at academic year’s end; pandemic not a major factor in decision, officials say

The Archdiocese of Newark has announced the consolidation of its school community and the closure of…

To all victims of domestic abuse, know there are people out there READY TO HELP NOW

The Coronavirus has brought us so many unexpected challenges. Whether it’s being in isolation for long…

Lyndhurst’s Gress earns place with Team USA girls’ soccer squad

A lot of kids aspire to reach the highest rung on the sports ladder, but only…

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

For this story, you’re going to need to do a short meditation.