This week, this newspaper marks its 134th anniversary. The very first issue of The Arlington Observer…
Category: Editorial
EDITORIAL — Tremendous move in Essex County to generate revenue
There’s an age-old question asked of politicians that rarely generates a solid answer. It’s in response…
EDITORIAL — Election law is the law, even if it seems unfair
There are plenty of laws in this state and country that, despite seeming either too lenient…
EDITORIAL — Refurbished Oval is something to behold
If you haven’t been inside it yet, you’re in for treat. Kearny’s Gunnel Oval, under renovation…
EDITORIAL — In thanks to our local funeral directors
One year ago, when the COVID-19 pandemic was growing completely out of control, there was one…
EDITORIAL: COVID-19’s toll on mental health
The numbers are staggering. COVID-19 has led to a serious toll on Americans’ mental health. According…
EDITORIAL — Belleville painting is hardly in unsafe hands with mayor
There’s a lot going on in this world of ours. We just marked the first anniversary…
EDITORIAL — No parade? No problem
This is normally a time of year where a lot is happening. The clocks move forward…
EDITORIAL — What a year it’s been for all of us
It’s almost eerie to look back at The Observer of March 11, 2020. It included the…
EDITORIAL — Bergen County must do better with COVID-19 vaccines
When Kearny Mayor Alberto G. Santos expressed his disappointment a few weeks ago that Kearny was…
EDITORIAL — In thanks to Santos and NJSEA for keeping Keegan closed
Last week, we brought you and update for the first time about the status of the…
EDITORIAL — Please curb your dogs!
Kearny resident Eileen Verdi generally has a good finger on the pulse of what’s happening in…
EDITORIAL — In Tony Mondaro we trust
Well, we all seem to have gotten through the recent snow storm. Of course, we certainly…
EDITORIAL — Somehow, people are still using the street to dispose of masks …
For those of us out there old enough, perhaps you might recall, oh, it’s probably 25…
EDITORIAL — Have a driveway? A garage? Please use it for the sake of others
On the surface, this editorial might seem like outright complaining. But the truth is, it’s not.…