The Observer (Kearny, NJ)

The Observer newspaper started its journey on May 14, 1887, initially named The Arlington Observer. Since that day, it has consistently published every week for nearly 129 years.

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Nearby police chief ending tenure as president of NJSACOP

2 days ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

As Rutherford Police Chief John R. Russo concludes his one-year term as the 109th president of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP), it comes with a sense of gratification. Over the year, Russo oversaw a steady stream of initiatives as the association marked the passage of smart state legislation, while continually advocating for proposals that advance the law enforcement profession and make New Jerseyans safer.
Following tragic crash that killed 2 on Newark-Jersey City Turnpike, Guy announces major roadway improvements

2 days ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

Hudson County Executive Craig Guy has announced major safety improvements to County Road 508 — known also as the Newark-Jersey City Turnpike — in Kearny, the location of a deadly crash that took two lives May 16. The safety improvements are in accordance with the Vision Zero Action Plan the County Executive launched in January.
NAPD: 2 from Staten Island nabbed trying to pass counterfeit bills at Belleville Pike CVS

4 days ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

Two Staten Islanders are in serious trouble after they allegedly attempted to pass counterfeit money at the Belleville Turnpike CVS in North Arlington, Capt. Rui Encarnacao, of the North Arlington Police Department, said. According to Encarnacao:On Sunday, June 22, 2025, the North Arlington PD responded to a report of multiple individuals attempting to make purchases with suspected counterfeit U.S. currency at the pharmacy.
UPDATE — Archdiocese, NA Superintendent of Schools, issue statements on eminent domain possibly being used to seize QP building - The Observer Online

5 days ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

The North Arlington Board of Education says it intends to apply eminent domain to seize the La Salle Center property — part of the Queen of Peace parish on Ridge Road — to use it for public-school classrooms. However, Superintendent of Schools Steven Yurchak says he still hopes to negotiate with the parish to find an acceptable solution before using eminent domain.
DEVELOPING — NA Board of Education wants to seize QP property to house pre-K classes; Archdiocese vows vigorous fight - The Observer Online

5 days ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

The North Arlington Board of Education will seek to seize Queen of Peace’s La Salle Center, seen above, on Ridge Road, and transform it into pre-K classes, via eminent domain, but the Archdiocese of Newark is vowing to fight it to the bitter end, The Observer has learned. The Observer has phone calls out to Board of Education President George McDermott and Superintendent of Schools Steve Yurchak and we will report back if we hear back from either or both.
Kearny Farmers Market returns soon

1 week ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

Summer is here and that means the Kearny Farmers Market is back and open for business starting Thursday, June 26. The market will be open every Thursday through October, from noon to 6 p.m., adjacent to the Kearny Public Library on Garfield Avenue between Kearny Avenue and Chestnut Street. Shop the market to enjoy Jersey Fresh seasonal produce including freshly picked strawberries and blueberries, lettuces, herbs and more — all from Alstede Farms.
Doyle & DeCastro help keep Kearny healthy with outreach event

1 week ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro (who is an RN and council liaison to the Board of Health) partnered with RWJBarnabas Health and Clara Maass Medical Center to bring a “Lunch & Learn” Health Screening Session to the American Legion earlier this month. Kearny residents received expert guidance on diabetes and heart health from Clara Maass’s Dorothy Palen Szast, Clarisa Soto Vargas and Nicole Galan.
The Observer Online

1 week ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

It’s going to be a hot, fun and cost-free summer in Belleville. A series of free concerts, movies and much more are planned every Thursday at Belleville High School presented by Mayor Michael A. Melham, the township council and the Belleville Recreation Department. The fun runs throughout summer through August. And if that doesn’t sate your appetite for fun, food trucks will be available at every event, showcasing a wide variety of ethnic specialties you just can’t find elsewhere.
Obituaries for June 18, 2025

1 week ago | theobserver.com | Kevin Canessa

Rosemary McCabe-RittRosemary McCabe-Ritt died suddenly Saturday, June 7, 2025, at home in Toms River Township. Relatives and friends visited at the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. The funeral will begin in the funeral home on Tuesday morning, June 17, at 9:30 a.m. then to St. Cecilia R.C. Church, Kearny where a funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m.Cremation will be private.
Bergen All-Star Football Game gives locals last game together

1 week ago | theobserver.com | Jason Bernstein |Kevin Canessa

The Bergen County All-Star Football Game has always had a special significance for Rich Tuero since it provides one more opportunity to coach his seniors from Lyndhurst. So while the most recent edition of the game, held annually at Lyndhurst High School, resulted in a lopsided win for the North team, the final score was secondary to Tuero, the South team’s head coach. “It’s truly an honor to have the opportunity to coach my guys one last time,” said Tuero. “I genuinely love it.