For nearly 95 years, Bogle Agency Insurance has been there for the community
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent LYNDHURST — These days, when a new business opens up —…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Irish American Association sponsors a trip to Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Boston and Mohegan Sun Casino, June 2-6. Cost…
Belleville’s volleyball team advances to NJSIAA state sectional semifinals
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer John Spina knew that his Belleville High School boys’ volleyball…
QP’s Negroni heads to state sectionals on high note
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer Natalie Negroni has established herself as one of the most…
Nutley’s Mercadante belts 3-run homer, lifting Maroon Raiders to sectional semis
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer All Nico Mercadante wanted to do was make a name for himself.…
W.H.A.T. closes season with ‘The Fantasticks’
A charming love story, magical illusions and memorable music will bring the West Hudson Arts and Theater Company’s 2013-14 season to a close…
Inserra marks 60 years in business
Inserra Supermarkets recently marked its 60th anniversary by honoring 179 of its ShopRite associates who embody the family-owned company’s…
Obituaries
Joao Almeida Joao “John” Almeida died May 16 at home. He was 47. Arrangements were by the…
Ambulance crash injures 5
LYNDHURST — An ambulance crash at the intersection of Second Avenue and Ridge Road injured five people on…
The Observer is now on Google+, Instagram
The Observer is now on Google+. If you’re already a member, be sure to find us…
Harrison PD: Man’s Ford F-250 is stolen
May 10 A man told police he parked his 2006 Ford F-250, NJ registration, maroon with…
Nutley PD: Washington Ave. resident’s car gets shattered window
May 10 Police responded to a Washington Ave. location at 4:13 p.m. on a report of…
Our new sign for our new office has arrived!
The Observer’s new sign — at our new office at 39 Seeley Ave., Kearny — has…
Stretching the thin Blue Line
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – Harrison’s local government and the state are adamant about stretching the town’s…
Will KHS project run out of cash?
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Is the Kearny High School improvement project budget set to spiral…
Close call for 2 school kids
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE – Potential tragedy was averted in the aftermath of the armed robbery…
Court: Red Bulls must pay taxes
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent HARRISON – A key legal referee’s call has gone against the New York…
Kimble, Kennedy & Longo victorious
By Ron Leir Observer Correspondent BELLEVILLE – After a brutal, mudslinging campaign, Belleville Mayor Raymond Kimble will remain in…
Searing memories of long-ago fire
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent KEARNY – Intriguing photograph, isn’t it? Who is that man? Where was that…
KPD blotter: Can you top this?
A Kearny woman who wanted to add some edible ornamentation to her homemade donuts is now facing robbery charges after she…
Thoughts & Views: A poet for Memorial Day
Joyce Kilmer, New Jersey native and long-time Garden State resident, is most famous for his poem “Trees,” memorized by…
‘Law & Order UK’ brings twists that couldn’t work in the USA
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent If you’re a fan of the “Law and Order” series…
Double duty for deli owner
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent KEARNY – How Frank Riposta, owner of D&F Deli on Davis Ave.,…
Around Town
Belleville Belleville Veterans Council sponsors the following Memorial services, all scheduled for Monday, May 26: • Glendale Cemetery, 28 Hoover…
COUNTY CHAMPS!
Kearny softball team wins first-ever Hudson County title By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer When the…
The revolving door keeps spinning with QP athletics
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer There was a meeting that took place last August, set…
NA’s Nardini earns 3 gold medals at Bergen County championships
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer Truth be told, Cristina Nardini always thought she would become a soccer standout.…
Safely in custody
KEARNY – One day after warrants were issued for their arrest, two burglary suspects were in Kearny police…