A salute across the sea
By Karen Zautyk Observer Correspondent NUTLEY – Last Friday afternoon, a simple but moving ceremony was held at…
Belleville teen shines on NJPAC stage
A budding entertainer from Belleville is beginning to build a “show biz” resume. Belleville High School freshman Najalis Gual captured first…
Deliberations continue on 9/11 steel
NORTH ARLINGTON – As the nation prepares to observe the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy, North Arlington officials remain…
Thoughts & Views: Before you take that overseas trip, read this
With the summer vacation season upon us, those of us fortunate enough to be able to afford it will be…
CORRECTION
A story in last week’s issue of The Observer incorrectly reported that Ponte Romana Restaurant in…
‘Unsafe’ slope targeted for improved path
LYNDHURST – For the past five years or so, township residents without wheels have had to plod down Valley…
Tribute to Portuguese community
KEARNY – An estimated 300 dignitaries and guests turned out June 1 for the dedication of the Portuguese- American monument, designed…
W.H.A.T. is going on in the arts scene in West Hudson? ‘The Fantasticks’ is, for starters
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent KEARNY – While West Hudson County hasn’t quite been noted for being…
No upsets in W. Hudson primaries
The opposition slate pounded incumbent East Newark Borough Council members Hans Peter Lucas and Jeanne Zincavage with a huge majority on…
East Side Fitness will bring ‘hometown’ feel to workout
By Kevin Canessa Jr. Observer Correspondent For years, it was a video store — and then it…
Flour power in Harrison
HARRISON – The first time it happened, the evening of last Aug. 22, Warren St. resident Dorothy Songile recalled,…
Around Town
Bloomfield Bloomfield historian Rich Rockwell will present historic photos of houses from the 1880s to the 1920s Thursday, June 19,…
Kearny’s Koziel captures 6 medals at NJSIAA Meet of Champions
KHS junior shows his prowess competing in wheelchair division By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer Born with…
Season to remember for Kardinals boys’ volleyball team
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer The Kearny High School boys’ volleyball team just recently completed a phenomenal season, a…
Nutley’s Montgomery wins state javelin gold medal at NJSIAA Meet of Champs
By Jim Hague Observer Sports Writer After winning the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2, Group III championship in the…