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…

In Op-Ed penned to The Observer, Archdiocese of Newark announces major changes to cemetery access

By Andrew P. Schafer Executive Director of Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark At Catholic…

Obituaries for 6 May 2020

Elzbieta H. Wolosz  Elzbieta H. Wolosz died April 29, 2020. She was 74. Born in Krakaw, Poland,…

Long-time friends from NA enjoy same career path in education — Edwards, Sprague both serve as grade-school principals

Their enduring friendship was first reported in the pages of The Observer in the May 12,…

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.

EDITORIAL: Nutley’s May 12 election will be telling as first conducted by mail-in only ballots

When May 12 rolls around, it is going to be exciting. It’s going to be worrisome.…

Obituaries for 29 April 2020

Nancy Blair Nancy Blair (Wang Jian-Hua), 73, died Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Mrs. Blair was born…

Kearny softball: Looking to improve with influx of freshmen

The Kearny High School softball squad suffered through an uncharacteristic season in 2019, posting a 9-15…

Blue Tide softball: No question, improvement on tap

Chris Innis is entering his third season as the head softball coach at Harrison High School…

Major new rules applied to funerals, funeral homes, following recent executive order

State Executive Order No. 20-010 was put into effect Wednesday, and it will make life for…

UNPRECEDENTED NEEDS

If ever there were a human being who understands the needs of the special-needs community, it’s…

Hulse puts finger on pandemic pulse — Kearny native, St. Mary’s coach thrust into bigger role as hospital security guard

Dennis Hulse was really looking forward to the 2020 high school baseball season. Hulse, the Kearny…

EDITORIAL: Please pay attention to the cyclists on the road

In our new world, taking a bike ride is what one might now consider a luxury.…