Coming in next week’s edition of The Observer, we’ll take a look at the completion of the Kearny Junior Police Academy and a look back at National Night Out 2025.
After 27+ years, Auteri calls it a career Lyndhurst police captain started
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
When I first came back to Kearny from Florida in 2016, our editorial staff was a little bigger. And so, we were able to split up towns of coverage. I was fortunate to have gotten Lyndhurst as one of the towns. I am not sure exactly when it was in 2016, but it was indeed that year Det. Capt. Vincent Auteri, then a sergeant, took my phone call for the first time when there was a major crime in the township. I called him because he was the department’s public-information officer and it was likely he would be able to get the information we needed to tell the story to readers of The Observer.
Indeed, he had the information.
If one searches The Observer’s website with the name “Vincent Auteri,” at least 200 results show. But there are likely countless other incidents that didn’t make it online for many
different reasons.
Very few others yield so many results. Some go further back than my 2016 return to Jersey. Auteri took his obligations as a police PIO very seriously. Not all PIOs do and by no means is that a knock, it’s just that often, those assigned to the position often have entirely too many other obligations. But Auteri always took the responsibility to report crimes with the utmost seriousness — and there’s a reason why.
When we first met, we came to an agreement, one we stood by for nearly the last decade and one that has transcended to other police departments. Yes, knowing when arrests are made is important to keep the public informed.
But it was equally important for the police officers who handled the arrests to be recognized for their work. Often, the officers who put their lives on the line on a daily basis were an
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On Friday, Aug. 8, Lyndhurst Det. Capt Vincent Auteri, whose name appeared in this newspaper perhaps more than anyone over the last decade, as the LPD public-information officer, officially retired after a 27+-year career.
LPD: Police nab man riding around in stolen vehicle
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
We have told the public on countless occasions — Lyndhurst has cameras and license plate readers at every entrance to the township. So if you dare to drive here in a stolen vehicle (among other things), you’re going to get caught.
Such was the case Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, at approximately 1:22 p.m., when Lyndhurst police were alerted to a stolen vehicle bearing Pennsylvania registration, reportedly traveling northbound from the intersection of Jauncey and Riverside avenues.
According to Det. Capt. Vin-
cent Auteri: A short time later, Lt. Steven Passamano located the unoc-
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cupied vehicle parked in a lot in the 600 block of Riverside Avenue. Responding officers, including Officer Sal Wartel, arrived on scene and observed a
man, later identified as Edgardo Bracero, 40, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, sitting on a nearby retaining wall. Upon noticing the patrol vehicle, Bracero
reportedly attempted to walk away from the area.
Officer Wartel made contact with Bracero and during questioning, Bracero said he was in town visiting family and admitted to operating the vehicle. He presented the key to the vehicle and claimed he had rented it for the week from a friend.
After confirming Bracero’s involvement, he was placed under arrest.
Bracero was charged with receiving stolen property (motor vehicle), a third-degree crime. He was transported to the Bergen County Jail, Hackensack, and further investigation revealed Bracero had three active warrants for his arrest — from the Newark, South Plainfield and North Arlington police departments.
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Schuyler School sixthgraders take top honors at spelling bee
fter several rounds of competition, Ava Taggart, of Schuyler School claimed first place, with Lucas Moreira earning second place and Sebastian Colon securing third place at the 2025 Optimist Spelling Bee, hosted by the Optimist Club of West Hudson/South Bergen.
This academic showcase was not only a test of spelling skills but a demonstration of grace, perseverance and mutual support among all students involved. The event reflected the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie the Kearny Public School strives to instill in its students.
Optimist Club: $250 for first place, $200 for second and $150 for third.
Principal Valerie Iacono shared her thoughts on the event.
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“I am so proud of all the students who competed,” Iacono said. “It is not an easy task to stand up in front of an audience and remain focused. I am beyond proud of our Schuyler School students for doing such an amazing job taking first, second and third place. Special thanks to the Optimist Club for sponsoring such a great event for our students.”
The top three students were awarded prizes courtesy of the
Said Moreira: “It was a very nerve-wracking experience, but I had a lot of fun doing it.”
Catch ‘Jaws’ Aug. 13
The Town of Kearny’s Recreation Department hosts a free (rescheduled) movie night in the park with a screening of “Jaws” Wednesday, Aug. 13, at 8 p.m. at Veterans Field on Belgrove Drive. Please remember to bring a lawn chair or blanket. For more information, call the Rec Department at (201) 955-7983.
Nutley hosting community blood drive
The Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health host a community blood drive Monday, Aug. 18, 2025, at the Nutley Public Affairs Building, 149 Chestnut St. ,from 2 to 6 p.m. Appointments are suggested but walkins are welcome.
All safety precautions will be in place to ensure the health and well-being of all donors and technicians. Please do not donate if you are sick. Donors must be between the ages of 16 and 76, weigh over 110lbs and be in general good health.
To schedule an appointment, visit donors.vitalant.org and enter
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blood drive code XNPREC. You may also sign up by calling (877) 258-4825.
New Jersey is experiencing critically low donation numbers; ranking lowest in the entire country in donations. There is an urgent need for Type O- O+ and B-, but all types are welcome and needed.
For additional information, call the Nutley Department of Public Affairs at (973) 284-4976.
Harrison-East
Newark Elks hosting tricky tray
The Harrison-East Newark Elks host a tricky tray Saturday, Sept. 27, starting at 5 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 406 Harrison Ave. Tickets are $30 and include one small prize sheet. The event includes a cash bar and bring your own snacks. Call Justine at (908) 884-7973 to purchase tickets and for more information.
Free Kearny Board of Health Narcan training upcoming
The Kearny Health Department offers free Narcan training Sept. 24 and Nov.
18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The drug helps to reverse the negative effects of opioids and overdosing on such drugs. The free training includes overdoseprotection strategies, signs and symptoms of an OD, how to properly administer Naloxone, rescue breathing, legal rights, support information and resources and free Naloxone kits to the first 25 who sign up and attend the training. Those interested should send an email to jkrowl@kearnynj.org or call (201) 997-0600, ext. 3505 to register. Participants must be at least 18, and live, work or go to school in New Jersey.
KPSUE collecting school supplies
The Kearny Public School Public School Uniform Exchange is again collecting school supplies to be distributed later this summer. Needs include backpacks, No. 2 pencils, crayons, notebooks, washable markers, glue sticks, child-safe scissors, index cards, black Sharpies, fabric pencil cases, pocket folders, highlighters,
headphones, highlighters, Post-it notes, red, blue and black ballpoint pens, combination locks, looseleaf papers, three-subject notebooks, colored pencils, 2-inch binders, pencil sharpeners, rulers, protractors and multiplication flash cards.
The drive lasts through Aug. 20. Donations may be dropped off at Kearny Police Headquarters, 237 Laurel Ave.; Fire headquarters at 109 Midland Ave. and 47 Davis Ave.; or Town Hall, 402 Kearny Ave.
Wish lists may also be found at a.co/ hBA87fW.
KPSUE collecting used school uniforms for redistribution
The Kearny Public School Uniform Exchange is beginning to collect donations of used uniforms at two locations — Super Laundromat at 336 Kearny Ave. and the Kearny VFW Post 1302 at 300 Belgrove Drive.
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NA Knights hosting blood drive
The North Arlington Knight of Columbus host a blood drive Thursday, Aug. 14, from noon to 4 p.m. at Columbian Club Hall, 194 River Road. Appointments, while not necessary, are highly recommended and may be made by visiting donors.vitalant.org using the code x126. Donors must weigh at least 110 lbs., bring photo ID, eat a meal before donating and drink plenty of water. Some weight restrictions may apply to women aged 16 to 22 and those 65 and older.
NA Knights hosting casino night fundraiser
The Knights also sponsor a casino night Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Columbian Club Hall, 194 River Road, at 7 p.m. Games include blackjack, poker, roulette and craps with licensed dealers and tables. Admission is $50 and comes with $100 in “play money,” with specials ongoing all night. Non-cash prizes and gift cards will also be available.
Free food and snacks will be available, and there will be a cash bar. Tickets may be purchase by calling (551) 497-1696 or (201) 679-5310, or by going to the hall. Tickets purchased after Sept. 1 will cost $65. All
proceeds will go to increase the council’s charitable giving.
St. Peter’s Belleville hosting AC bus trip
The Rosary Confraternity of St. Peter’s Church, Belleville, hosts a bus trip to Atlantic City Aug. 15 and to celebrate 10 a.m. Mass in honor of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Tickets are $50 and may be purchased by calling (973) 7512002.
Kearny Library hosting block party @ farmers market
The Kearny Public Library hosts a block party during the farmers market Thursday, Aug. 14, from 6 to 8 p.m., outside the main branch, 338 Kearny Ave.
Frankie McAllister night @ SI Stadium coming in September
The Frankie McAllister memorial soccer outing takes place Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison. McAllister was a Kearny firefighter who lost a valiant fight against cancer. That night, the Red Bulls take on New York City Football Club. Visit www. gofevo.com/event/Frankmcallister2025 for tickets and more information.
Kearny Project Graduation hosting casino bus trip in the fall Kearny Project Graduation 2026 hosts a bus trip fundrais-
er to Wind Creek Casino Nov. 30. The cost is $45 with a $25 casino play return. A bus leaves from Kearny Bank, Kearny Avenue, at 9 a.m. that day and will return home at 7 p.m. (Please do not part in the bank’s lot.) To pay, visit $kearnyprojectgrad on Cashapp, @kearny-projectgrad on Venmo or mail checks to KHS Project Grad, Kearny High School, 336 Devon St., Kearny, N.J. 07032.
Kearny UNICO hosting Wind Creek trip
Kearny UNICO sponsors a bus trip to Wind Creek Sunday, Sept. 21. The cost is $42. A bus will leave at 9 a.m. from the American Legion, Belgrove Drive. All proceeds will benefit
UNICO and its programs. To purchase tickets, contact Lou Pandolfi at lpandolfi@verizon. net
North Arlington residents: Get help paying for food
The North Arlington Health Department will host three presentations for residents to learn how to apply for and receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits — from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Health Department, 10 Beaver Ave., Aug. 21 and Sept. 18. Appointments may be made by calling (201) 991-6060, ext. 123.
There is no fee to apply. If one is ever asked to pay to apply for such benefits, it is likely a scam.
Salvation Army of Kearny hosting open gyms with Tom Fraser
The Salvation Army of greater Kearny, 28 Beech St., hosts open gyms Tuesday and Wednesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. for kids aged 10 to 17. Games will be under the supervision of the immortal Tom Fraser, retired Lincoln School counselor and coach and long-time director of the Presbyterian Boys & Girls Club.
To make the application quicker, be prepared to present proof of income, proof of address, costs of rent and utilities, child- or adult-care expenses and medical expenses for those 60 and older or for those with a disability.
Pro soccer players visit Clara Maass
Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:10-16*, application has been made to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Trenton, New Jersey, to receive title papers authorizing and the issuance of a New Jersey certification of ownership for, Make (Acura) ,Year (2012) ,VIN/ Hull (19UUA9F75CA008327) identification Number
.Objections, if any, should be made in writing, immediately in writing to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Special Title Unit, P.O. Box 017, Trenton, New Jersey, 08666-0017 ($18.00 July 30, August 6 & 13)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF A BRANDING CONSULTANT TO ASSIST HUDSON COUNTY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BRAND IDENTITY TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF ITS policies, programs, and services
The County of Hudson (the “County”) is seeking Proposals from qualified Respondents for the procurement of: “A BRANDING CONSULTANT TO ASSIST HUDSON COUNTY IN IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BRAND IDENTITY TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF ITS policies, programs, and services” for the Office of the County Executive. Award will be made pursuant to the Competitive Contracting provisions in the Local Public Contracts Law found at N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq.
Notice is hereby given that on September 4, 2025 by no later than 11:00 a.m., sealed Proposals will be received by the Hudson County Division of Purchasing at 567 Pavonia Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 at which time and place Proposals will be opened and read in public for:
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Instructions and Proposal Forms must be obtained on the County Purchasing Portal at http://www. hudsoncountynjprocure.org/.
It is the Respondent’s responsibility to ensure that the Proposal package is hand- delivered (either by the vendor or courier service) to the County no later than the Proposal opening date and time, September 4, 2025 at 11:00a.m. Any Proposal received after this deadline, or any amended deadline established by the Division of Purchasing, will not be accepted,
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under any circumstances, regardless of the method of delivery.
Responses must be made on the standard Proposal forms, be enclosed in a sealed package bearing the name and address of the Respondent and the title, “A BRANDING CONSULTANT TO ASSIST HUDSON COUNTY IN IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BRAND IDENTITY TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF ITS policies, programs, and services” printed on the outside and addressed to the Hudson County Division of Purchasing at the address above. Any Addenda will be advertised as required by law in both the Star Ledger and the Kearny Observer and issued on the County Purchasing Portal. All interested Respondents should check the website from now through the Proposal opening date and time for Addenda. All vendors who have downloaded the opportunity on the purchasing portal will receive notification that an addendum has been posted for their review. It is the sole responsibility of the Respondent to be knowledgeable of all Addenda related to this procurement and to include properly completed addenda forms in the proposal as required. Failure to do so will automatically deem a proposal non-responsive.
COUNTY OF HUDSON, NEW JERSEY Division of Purchasing ($38.00)
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF A CONSULTANT TO ASSIST THE COUNTY IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND DISTRIBUTION OF AN EDUCATIONAL NEWSLETTER
Notice is hereby given that sealed Proposals will be received by the County of Hudson, State of New Jersey, Attention: Purchasing Agent, 567 Pavonia Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306 on September 4, 2025, no later than 11:00 a.m. prevailing time. At that time and place the following will be publicly opened and read:
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF A CONSULTANT TO ASSIST THE COUNTY IN THE DEVELOPMENT AND DISTRIBUTION OF AN EDUCATIONAL NEWSLETTER
Requests for Proposals may be viewed and obtained through the Hudson County Purchasing Department website, http://www.hudsoncountynjprocure.org.
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To help lift the spirits of patients and staff, Gotham FC players visited Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville, Wednesday, Aug. 6. Players delivered gifts, signed autographs, shared stories and took photos with patients, physicians, nurses and staff in many departments. Defender Jess Carter and standout goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger, are seen here visiting with patients and staff at Clara Maass.
Applicants must register on the Purchasing Portal in order to download the Request for Proposals (RFP) and to receive Addenda, if issued. There is no cost to register or download opportunities from the Purchasing Portal. All RFP Addenda will be posted on the Purchasing Portal/Website. Therefore, all interested Respondents should check the Purchasing Portal Website from now through the RFP opening. It is the sole responsibility of the Respondent to be knowledgeable of all Addenda related to this procurement. Proposals shall be submitted in accordance with the specifications contained in the Request for Proposals (RFP).
Questions are to be submitted in writing via EMAIL by August 19, 2025 by 2:00 p.m. to Christine Moro, Hudson County’s Purchasing Agent, at questions. purchasing@hcnj.us . No further questions will be accepted after this time. Answers and addenda will be made available publicly on August 25, 2025 by end of business.
Sealed proposals are to be received by the County of Hudson, State of New Jersey, Attention: Purchasing Agent, 567 Pavonia Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, NJ no later than September 4, 2025 no later than 11:00a.m. prevailing time. One (1) original and one (1) copy of the proposal and one (1) digital copy of the complete proposal, in a sealed box must be hand-delivered (either via courier service, mail, or hand delivered) to the Hudson County Administration Annex, 567 Pavonia Avenue, 3rd Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306 no later than 11:00a.m on September 4, 2025. Proposals cannot be submitted via fax or email. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE PROPOSALS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
If a respondent wishes to deliver an RFP submission earlier than September 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., then the submission should be hand delivered and must be clearly marked on the outside with the title of the RFP submission, and the date and time which it is scheduled to be opened, and the name of the entity submitting the proposal.
Respondents are required to comply with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C.17:27 et seq. This proposal is being solicited through “Competitive Contracting” procurement in accordance with N.J.S.A. 40A:11-4.1 et seq.
The County of Hudson reserves the right, as permitted by law, to reject any and all proposals, to waive any non-material informalities, and to accept a Proposal, which, in its judgment, best serves the interest
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of the County. No proposals may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date and time set for the opening of the proposals. ($40.50)
T-Mobile Northeast LLC (T-Mobile) proposes the modification of an existing telecommunications facility installed on an existing 87.33’ billboard near I-78 Mile 2.85 in Bayonne, Hudson County, New Jersey (Job #63068).
In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the 2005 Nationwide Programmatic Agreement, T-Mobile is hereby notifying the public of the proposed undertaking and soliciting comments on Historic Properties which may be affected by the proposed undertaking. If you would like to provide specific information regarding potential effects that the proposed undertaking might have to properties that are listed on or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and located within 1/2 mile of the site, please submit the comments (with Job #63068) to: Ramaker, Contractor for T-Mobile, 855 Community Dr, Sauk City, WI 53583 or via e-mail to history@ramaker.com within 30 days of this notice.
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Take notice that in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39:10-16*, application has been made to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Trenton, New Jersey, to receive title papers authorizing and the issuance of a New Jersey certification of ownership for, Coachman Clipper Camper, 2004, VIN1TC1C498045003988
Objections, if any, should be made in writing, within 10 days of the newspaper advertisement to the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission, Special Title Unit, P.O. Box 017, Trenton, New Jersey, 08666-0017
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Kearny Zoning Board of Adjustment (“Board”) did on August 7, 2025 adopt a resolution of approval of an application made by ST. STEPHEN’S CHURCH (“Applicant”) for variance approval to modify the Rectory as an accessory structure to the principal structure including the removal of the existing front entry stairs, enclosure of the first floor front porch, the construction of a second floor addition above the
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newly enclosed first floor front porch, and other associated site improvements on property located at 660 Kearny Avenue and designated as Block 172, Lot 1 on the Town of Kearny Tax Map (“Property”). The Property is located in the C-1 Office Zone and consists of approximately 56,654 s.f. Applicant was granted variance relief from Ordinance §36-9.2(d) that provides that except as provided in paragraph b.1, b.2, b.3 herein, all construction, reconstruction, alteration or enlargement of a building, structure or use or change of use or occupancy on or in a nonconforming structure, use or lot shall require site plan approval, Ordinance §38-4.1 and Schedule II to permit a maximum building height in excess of 40 ft. and 3 stories, Ordinance §38-4.2(c) that provides that no building or structure shall be erected, no existing buildings or structures shall be altered, enlarged or rebuilt, nor shall any open space surrounding any building be encroached upon or reduced in any manner, except in conformity to the yard, lot area and building location regulations hereinafter designated for the district in which such building or open space is located whereas alterations to the existing rectory accessory structure are proposed, Ordinance §38-5.3(g)(3) requires a rear yard setback of 20 ft. whereas approximately 12.5 ft. is existing and proposed, Ordinance §38-6.1(d)(1) that requires a side yard setback of 7 ft. whereas approximately 5.5 ft. is existing and proposed, Ordinance §38-6.3(a) requires a minimum rear yard setback of 5 ft. for accessory structures whereas approximately 2.1 ft. is existing and proposed, Ordinance §38-6.3(c) to permit accessory structures to be located less than 10 ft. from the side or rear of the principal building, and Ordinance §38-6.3(f) to permit the existing Rectory to be used for living quarters.
A copy of this application and supporting documentation has been filed in the office of the Board Secretary at the Town Hall Annex located at 410 Kearny Ave., Town of Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey 07032 and is available for public inspection during regular business days and hours.
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SPORTS & HEALTH A NEW ERA BEGINS FOR CORRENTI
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
Alan Correnti has had many different roles during the last 23 school years at Kearny High School.
All of those past roles - teacher, coach, student advisor, site manager - have helped Correnti as he begins the biggest role yet in his academic career as he officially took over as Kearny High School’s Director of Athletics and Student Activities.
Correnti, who for the past 15 years has been the Kardinals’ boys and girls bowling coach, replaces Vincent Almeida, who held the position for more than eight years before stepping down to become the vice principal at Franklin School.
“I’ve been here my whole career. So in that time, getting to know the students, athletes and the community is certainly a big bonus in this new position,” said Correnti. “I’ve taught history my whole career until now. Prior to being the bowling coach, I coached baseball and basketball so I have different sports in my background. I was a student government advisor for the past eight years so I have the activities perspective as well.
“I think my background and my career in Kearny has allowed me to be well-rounded in those aspects.”
Under Correnti, both the boys and girls bowling teams were among the best at the high school, highlighted by a 75+ match winning streak and six consecutive Hudson County Tournament team
titles by the girls team. In 2016, the boys team won its first ever Hudson County team championship and in 2024, had star bowler Ryan Valli place ninth in the state at the NJSIAA Individual Tournament in 2024.
Now, Correnti will be responsible for more than 25 varsity teams that Kearny sponsors, a list that will further expand in the spring with the addition of flag football, which begins play in the spring.
“We have to show all of our successes,” Correnti said. “Soccer is the face (of our school) because we are ‘Soccertown USA. We got to promote all of our programs and all of the positivity from them since we have had a lot of successes outside of soccer.”
Correnti’s responsibilities also include the more than 20 extracurricular clubs at the high school. Among them is Student Government, which he was the advisor to previously.
With Correnti’s extensive and diverse background, Almeida has little doubt that his replacement will do well.
“We started the same year so he’s been around for 23 years,” Almeida said. “He’s been the bowling coach for several years, but he’s been involved in a game-working capacity for various sports. He always goes on his own to support the different sports programs and kids that he has in class or part of Student Government. He knows the procedures, protocols and expectations that we have for our student-athletes. I think he’ll do a fine job.”
Becoming the new Director
albeit in a different role.
of Athletics and Student Activities means that Correnti’s tenures as bowling coach, Student Government advisor and a history teacher have come to an end. Despite that, he vows to remain a visible presence, albeit in a different role.
“I’m going to support them and I’m going to be at games and I’m going to be at club events,” said Correnti. “I’m not going to have that same closer relationship that I have with students. But this is still about the student-athletes so while it’s not going to be exactly the same or as close of a relationship, I still get to be a part of their journeys.
them and I’m going Correnti. “I’m tionship that while it’s to be exactbe a part journeys.
“I think that is one of things that certainly appealed to me in moving to this position.”
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On the eve of the official start of the high school football season, veteran Lyndhurst coach Rich Tuero couldn’t hide his excitement for Monday. It’s when t-shirts and shorts give way to helmets and shoulder pads, and 7-on-7 games are replaced with tackling and full contact.
“It’s the greatest time of the year,” said Tuero, who begins his 12th season as the Golden Bears’ head coach. “There’s nothing like fall football camp, it’s the time when you’re bonding with the boys. It’s the greatest time of the year, football season.”
While Tuero’s sentiment is shared by coaches throughout
the state, such excitement is joined by a sense of urgency. Monday, Aug. 11 is designated as
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the first day of practice by the NJSIAA, many of these same teams will be playing for real
just 17 days later on August 28, when what’s known as “Week 0” begins.
Four of the six Observer-area teams - Lyndhurst, North Arlington, Nutley and Bloomfield, are
in action that Thursday before Labor Day. It’s a reality that these teams face, knowing there isn’t time to ease into the preseason.
“I think they all understand and they all bought in,” said second-year North Arlington coach Ali Beh. “They understand, starting (Monday), how fast it’s going to come and that in less than 18 days we have the first game. They definitely understand that.” Beh himself feels more comfortable entering year two as Vikings head coach, now that there’s a greater familiarity between his coaching staff and the players. After closing last year with a 27-0 win at Roselle Park, North Arlington entered Beh’s first full offseason as coach with positive momentum.
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Hypoglycemia is often related to diabetes treatment. But other drugs and a variety of rarer conditions can cause low blood sugar in people who don’t have diabetes. If it’s been a while since you’ve had a wellness exam, please call PREMIER CARE ASSOCIATES OF WEST HUDSON at 201-998-7474. Our office is located at 512 Kearny Ave., Suite B. We can see patients on a walkin basis.
P.S. Recognizing early warning signs of low blood sugar and responding quickly is crucial in preventing complications, especially for individuals managing diabetes or other glucose-regulating disorders.
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Nutley’s DiPiano gets the call for Newark Athletic Hall of Fame
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
Mike DiPiano admits he rarely answers his phone before games, but for some reason this time, roughly 45 minutes before the start of a Nutley softball game, he took the call and got the news that he will be inducted into the Newark Athletic Hall of Fame.
“I don’t know why (this time) I answered my phone, but it was a nice gentleman from the committee letting me know that I had been inducted,” DiPiano recalled. “It was really special. It’s special to be part of the St. Benedict’s Hall of Fame, but to get the nod for the Newark Athletic Hall of Fame, that’s another level. I was taken back by it and very honored.”
While few people are as associated with Nutley like DiPiano, who currently is the Maroon Raiders’ head wrestling and girls soccer coach as well as an assistant softball coach, for most of his athletic career, DiPiano has been closely affiliated with St. Benedict’s Prep both as an athlete and coach.
Wrestling for his dad, longtime St. Benedict’s athletic director and National Wrestling Hall of Famer, Mike DiPiano Sr., the younger DiPiano, won an incredible 110 matches during his high school career. While there, DiPiano was a two-time Prep All-American and a two-time NJ State Prep champion.
Wrestling was not the only sport that DiPiano excelled in. He played on three of the Gray Bees’ NJ State championships, each of those years, St. Benedict’s finished among the top 10 teams in the nation.
DiPiano was also a stellar baseball player, becoming the first Gray Bee to earn First Team, All-Essex County honors in more than two decades after batting .506 and also earning All-State recognition by The Star-Ledger.
Injuries shortened DiPiano’s playing career in college, but afterwards he returned to coaching wrestling and baseball at his alma mater. During his tenure, St. Benedict’s crowned two National Prep Champion wrestlings, 31 Prep All-Americans and 17 State Prep champions. In baseball,
DiPiano’s teams won more than 100 games.
“It’s an honor,” DiPiano said. “I’m very proud that they recognized not only the high school accomplishments that I did at St. Benedict’s, but also the coaching that I did there as well. It’s a pretty cool thing.”
DiPiano, his father Mike Sr. and his brother Frank, currently the athletic director at St. Benedict’s, are all members of the school’s Hall of Fame.
While DiPiano has received plenty of accolades as a player and coach, he admits joining a Hall of Fame where his father is a member of, brings an added meaning to the honor. Mike Sr., was an inductee in 2020.
“It’s definitely special being recognized alongside him,” said DiPiano of his father, who currently lives in Daytona Beach, Florida. “Not only is he my dad, he was my best friend, he was my mentor. So to follow his footsteps is one of the proudest things I’ve ever done.”
The 2025 Newark Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Dinner is set for Oct. 23 at the Robert Treat Hotel in Newark.
You may notice temporary visual changes during times of acute stress or anxiety. Our bodies release cortisol and adrenaline in response to stress, and these hormones affect our eyes. Adrenaline, for example, causes the pupils to dilate. Stress hormones cause increased interocular pressure. Over time, if these levels remain elevated due to chronic stress, changes in eye pressure can damage the optic nerve. Chronic stress also reduces blood flow to the retina and damages vision over time. Whether temporary or chronic, hormones related to stress and anxiety can cause vision changes that include blurry vision, light sensitivity, tunnel vision, eye twitches, eyestrain, and dry eye.
Over time, the damage from optic nerve pressure can lead to narrow-angle closure glaucoma. You may want to visit a mental health professional if you don’t feel like you can manage your stress or it’s disrupting your life. Seek prompt medical attention from an eye doctor anytime you notice changes to your vision, such as sudden vision loss, trouble reading, or blurry vision. To schedule an appointment, please call 201-896-0096. You’ll find our office at 20 Park Avenue, Lyndhurst. To reach our optical shop, call 201-896-0007. We accept most insurance. P.S. Those who already suffer from glaucoma or dry eye are at increased risk of visual changes from stress and anxiety.
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Remaining schedule for KPSUE, supply distribution
Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule for distribution of uniforms and school supplies by the Kearny Public School Uniform Exchange.
n Aug. 20, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at the Scots: Organizing/sorting school supplies and preparing for backpack stuffing.
n Aug. 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Scots: Backpack stuffing.
n Aug. 22, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the VFW on Belgrove Drive: Backpack distribution.
n Aug. 26, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the American Legion, unforms for seventh- through 12thgrades.
All parents must register to participate.
For uniforms: kpsue.regfox.com/knj-ps-uniform-exchange-kpsue-uniform-distribution
For supplies: kpsue.regfox. com/2025-school-supplies-distribution
Amazon Wishlist for supplies: a.co/hBA87fW
For additional information, send an email to Jenny Paz at Jenny@kpsue.org or visit www. kpsue.org.
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“Going into the offseason, it just brought a hunger and (the realization) that maybe we can do something where we can be a part of something big if we stay together,” Beh said. “We understand once we’re a complete team with all our guys being healthy, we’re able to compete with other teams.”
A strong 7-on-7 season has Beh confident that his team has made significant strides, but he knows the extent of their improvement won’t fully be known until this week.
A similar sentiment is shared by John Policano, who enters his third season as the head coach
at Kearny. Like North Arlington, the Kardinals closed last year with a victory, 27-11 over Bergen Tech. While Policano has been pleased with the performance and numbers this summer, he knows the true barometer of their improvement comes now.
“We are running plays with no equipment on and teaching them stuff on the non-official days of practice,” said Policano. “But it’s going to be imperative to see how the kids react to putting on pads, getting hit and when there’s truly a rush coming at you.”
Policano and his staff have the benefit of an extra seven days of practice before its season opener on Thursday, Sept. 4 against North Bergen. Even with those additional days, Policano can’t help, but wonder if it’s truly enough time.
“It’s not a lot of time when you break it down,” Policano said. “I know that’s something for the state and I know they start everything so early, but you look at the calendar and you go, ‘wait a minute, the state of New Jersey is giving us 24 official days.’”
It’s a sentiment shared by the programs with more football experience such as Lyndhurst, which is set to return several starters on both sides of the ball from last year’s 7-2 team. The Bears open up on Aug. 28 against Westwood in a high-profile matchup between two of Bergen County’s top small school programs.
“The experience is positive, but I’m still not comfortable by any means,” said Tuero. “I still feel like we have no time to get ready to go here, but it helps to
have guys that have been there before. It’s still a little nervewracking.”
Also on Aug. 28’s first night of the season, Nutley looks to build off of last year’s playoff appearance when it travels to River Dell. Bloomfield opens up at home against Newark Central as Mike Carter begins his 35th season as the Bengals’ head coach. Belleville, which enjoyed a 5-4
season under head coach Brian Antab a season ago, begins on Friday, Sept. 5 against Ferris. Teams are allowed to have up to two scrimmages before beginning the regular season, starting Monday, Aug. 18.
Monday, August 11 also marked the first official day of preseason for girls tennis. For all other fall sports, the first day of preseason practice is Monday, Aug. 18.
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afterthought. Vin made sure that was never the case.
When I think back to when we decided that was the best way to handle crime stories, it’s a reminder of a very strong decision. And it was all of his doing, frankly.
Numerous times over the years, after a crime story was posted online, Auteri would call me to add a few extra names of officers onto a report. He wanted to ensure everyone involved in an arrest(s) was properly recognized and leaving a participant out was not going to happen.
A little less than a week ago, Aug. 8, 2025, at noon, Auteri walked out of the back door to the Lyndhurst Police Department headquarters where he was greeted by around 200 family members, friends, colleagues and residents. The ovation was loud.
After more than a quarter decade of service to the township (he also worked for a year at the Hudson County Prosector’s Office), Auteri is calling it a career for now.
The dispatcher officially announced his final tour was over at noon that day, going 10-7 (off duty and officially retired) at 1206
hours (12:06 p.m.).
“Received — it’s been an honor and a pleasure,” an always humble Auteri said to thunderous applause. “I am humbled by this turnout — I really appreciated it.”
Auteri then thanked Mayor Robert B. Giangeruso and Police Chief Richard L. Jarvis Jr. for their support over the years. He thanked his wife and children for their unending support. And then he thanked all of his sisters and brothers in blue for always being by his side and making sure he was able to get home every night.
And so ends a celebrated career of a man who was the epitome of professional. A cop’s cop. A man who loves his hometown so much that after a year in Hudson County, he came back to Lyndhurst to serve for 26 years. He stayed here and raised his family here.
The department officially said goodbye in statement.
“This afternoon, members of the Lyndhurst Police Department celebrated the retirement of Det. Capt. Vincent Auteri,” the department statement said. “Capt. Auteri started his law enforcement career with the Hudson County Prosecutors Office as an agent in 1998. On Aug. 3, 1999, he joined the Lyndhurst Police Department. Capt. Auteri began his 26-year career with the LPD in
the Patrol Division. Capt. Auteri was deeply rooted in the community policing throughout his career, where he had much pride in being a lifelong resident of the township.
“Earlier in his career, Capt. Auteri was amongst the founding officers who launched our renowned Junior Police Academy, and he was a DARE instructor. Capt. Auteri assisted with our CERT Team in emergency management, where he also held the position of liaison with our Police
Auxiliary prior to the transition to a Class 1 special law enforcement officer program. Capt. Auteri was promoted to the rank of detective in 2010.
During his tenure in the Criminal investigations Division, Capt. Auteri developed a stronghold on investigations, and he was known for his outstanding interview and interrogation skills. Capt. Auteri served
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on the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Arson Task Force for several years, he was an evidence custodian, the lead internal affairs investigator and worked on our accreditation team in our professional standards unit, and he was the public-information officer. Capt. Auteri will always be remembered for his professionalism and devotion to the job. We wish Capt. Auteri nothing but health and success in his much earned retirement.”
The labor union that represented him for so many years also chimed in.
“Local 202 would like to congratulate Capt. Vincent Auteri — (badge no. 089) on his retirement,” the union said. Capt. Auteri started his career with the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office in 1998 where he developed skills that he would use throughout his career. He transferred to the Lyndhurst Police Department in 1999, where he spent the next 26 years. Capt. Auteri spent time in the patrol division before being assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division.
“There he thrived, leaving an indelible mark. Known for his thorough investigations and criminal interview skills, Capt. Auteri rose through the ranks from detective all the way up to captain, overseeing the Detective Bureau. In addition to his investigative skills, Capt. Auteri was known for his dedication to community policing, with heavy involvement in the Junior Police Academy and serving as the liaison for the Lyndhurst Police Auxiliary, Lyndhurst CERT and Lyndhurst Municipal Alliance. In addition, Capt. Auteri served as the Public Information Officer and spent many years in Internal Affairs. We wish Capt. Auteri the best of luck in his future endeavors.”
Whoever it was who appointed Auteri to be the PIO of the department is someone I owe a true debt of gratitude. Journalists and PIOs have a relationship that involves a lot of risk-taking and faith in the other. There are many times where off-the-record
conversations happen that, if made public, would be extremely detrimental to all involved.
But from the minute I met Vin, I had a feeling he would be one of the truly good ones. And he was. I was fortunate to develop a friendship that transcended police and newspapers. It’s one that will last a lifetime. I know I am going to miss getting emails or phone calls or texts to check my email from him because whenever that happened, I knew I’d be getting a press release on a crime
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that needed little to no editing. He was one of the few who wanted to know what to write and how to write it to make it easier for all those who were on the other end.
It’s funny, as this portion of his career wound down — I am certain this is not the last we will hear of him in law enforcement either — it coincided with the
Mets losing seven straight games. For nearly the last decade, it seems with only a few exceptions, we were always finding ways to talk about just how bad the Mets had been. In fact, our friendship began just months after the Mets were last in the World Series.
Despite that Mets fandom, Auteri was and is the opposite of what one thinks of the Mets. He was always positive. He had a winning attitude. And he left a mark that will be next to impos-
sible to replace. And so we wrap up here simply saying there may never be another like Vin Auteri ever again.
And for all those who know him, that’s more than fitting. Whatever the next chapter is, we’re certain it will be as stellar as the opening chapter was.
Observer Editor Kevin A. Canessa Jr. may be reached at kc@theobserver.com. Follow him on Facebook & Twitter @ kevincanessa.
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