HEADING TO IRAQ
Youngest mayor in Nutley’s history, John V. Kelly III, heads to Middle East for six-month deployment
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
Nutley’s mayor will be heading to Iraq for the next six months.
The township last week stunningly announced John V. Kelly III, the youngest mayor ever elected in the township’s history, will be deployed to Iraq to serve the country beginning in August.
“We are so very proud of our mayor, U.S. Army Maj. John Kelly, as he deploys with the New Jersey Army National Guard in support of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve,” Commissioner Alphonse Petracco, director of Public Safety, said. “We wish John and all our citizen-soldiers success and safety as they complete their mission in Iraq.”
Kelly serves as his unit com-
mander’s legal adviser.
“I am honored to be able to serve my country,” Kelly said. “And I am grateful that with the support of my fellow Board of Commissioners, our township government and I will continue to function as we always have. Deputy Mayor Evans is ready to preside over Board of Commission meetings.”
Under state law, the Revenue and Finance commissioner is also the township’s deputy mayor and will function as mayor in Kelly’s absence. Residents of Nutley do not directly vote for mayor. The commissioner who earns the most vote becomes mayor.
Other commissioners, meanwhile, also chimed in.
Said Evans: “As our mayor and an active service member, we
Nutley Mayor John V. Kelly III, center, will deploy to Iraq in August for six months. With him are, from left, Commissioners Joe Scarpelli, Al Petracco, Mauro Tucci and Tom Evans.
Kearny debuts Blue Envelope program
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
s is often the case, the Town of Kearny is leading the way in yet another realm — this time, it’s in making certain those with autism are treated properly and with compassion when they have encounters with the police.
Town of Kearny showed more of its commitment to inclusion and understanding, Friday, July 18, on the front steps of Kearny Town Hall, as Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, Councilman Jerry Ficeto and Police Chief Scott Macfie
announced the launch of the inaugural Blue Envelope program, an initiative designed to support individuals with autism and their families.
The program provides a simple yet powerful tool for Kearny residents on the autism spectrum.
It includes specially designed envelopes containing essential information cards that individuals can present to police, first responders, health care providers, educators and community members during interactions that might otherwise be challenging or misunderstood.
The new initiative aims to create safer, more supportive
interactions between law enforcement and individuals with autism and other communication disorders. The envelope holds ID, medical details and communication support tools to reduce misunderstandings and improve outcomes.
Each blue envelope contains important details about communication preferences, sensory sensitivities and helpful interaction strategies. This small but significant resource can transform potentially stressful encounters into positive, supportive experiences.
Prior to launching the program, representatives from all Hudson County police departments including the Kearny Police Department were invited to participate in training led by
the North Jersey-based nonprofit, Baker Street Cares. The training provided multiple strategies and communications examples for officers to use when in touch with individuals with sensory difficulties, including autism spectrum disorder, non-verbal/ communications disabilities, age-related issues, and more. A recorded copy of the training is being provided to each department to share with any additional officers who wish to view it in its entirety.
In 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a rise in autism prevalence, with 1 in 31 children in the United States being
Photo by Ron Smits
Hudson County Prosecutor Suarez retiring Aug. 1
Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez will retire Aug. 1, following 25 years of public service.
The outgoing prosecutor offered a reflection on her retirement.
“Serving as Hudson County Prosecutor, the very community where I was born and raised, has been an incredible honor, Suarez said.
“My goal, since day one, was to build an office that can better address the needs of the residents of Hudson County, while also providing law enforcement with the tools necessary to protect and serve. This has included establishing the Hudson County Regional Collision Investigation Unit to make our streets safer, Hudson County Regional SWAT to ensure a safe resolve for individuals in crisis and the Hudson County Regional Arson Task Force to investigate fatal and widespread fires.
“We have constructed an in-house DNA laboratory to expeditiously analyze items of evidentiary value, a Child Advocacy Center to create a welcoming space for children during their time of greatest need and a Cybersecurity Lab
to develop digital footprints to solve crimes. This is a mere snapshot of the historic investments we have made to build an office equipped for modern day policing. Because of these initiatives, among many others, I am confident we have accomplished that goal together.
“This would not have been possible without the support I received from the members of the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, our county government, municipal police departments and statewide law enforcement partners. Their
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World War II Navy vet from NA going strong at 103
Association of the United States Navy Executive Director Steven L. Rogers and AUSN Assistant to Executive Director Sterling Schwab visited World War II Navy SeaBee Combat Veteran John Calabro in North Arlington recently. John was made an honorary member of the AUSN during this visit.
Suarez
Harrisonians enjoy Pizza w/a Cop
Harrison Third Councilman Larry Bennett, third from left, joined several officers and residents for the first of four Pizza with a Cop events. The Harrison Police Department will host one even in each of the town’s four wards. The one seen here, last week, was in the Third Ward. Don’t
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passion and commitment to public service were a continued source of personal motivation and for that, I am tremendously grateful.
“I have spoken with New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin and offered to assist in any way possible during this transition period. I would be remiss if I did not thank former Gov. Chris Christie and Gov. Phil
Murphy both who nominated me to serve as prosecutor.
“I leave here filled with gratitude and appreciation for the opportunities that have been presented to me over the past 10 years. I thank the residents of Hudson County and the entire staff of the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office for trusting me to serve in this position and I wish you continued success in the years to come.”
Kearny UNICO installs officers
The Kearny Chapter of UNICO recently swore in its new officers. Seen here are, from left, Celeste Pandolfi, treasurer; Annamarie Latushko, president; Nancy Arndt, vice president and Joe Sorbera, secretary.
Summer camp in Lyndhurst looks to empower young girls
Wonder Girls, a non-profit and empowerment program dedicated to helping young girls reach their full potential, gears up for its second annual Ultimate Summer Camp Experience at the Libby Lindsay Girl Scout House at 238 Livingston Ave.
The camp is open to girls aged 10 to 14 and will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday, Aug. 11 to 15 for the first week, Aug. 18 to 22 for the second week and Aug. 25 to 29 for the third week.
“You don’t want to miss out on this amazing experience. Last year’s camp was a game-changer — girls boosted their confidence, sharpened
their communication and made so many great friends while having a blast,” Camp Director Ana Silvelo said. “They learned cool skills like self-defense, cyber safety and spreading kindness. Counselors from our Wonder Girls school program also gained leadership skills and the whole community enjoyed fun activities like park cleanups, yoga, developing their personal elevator pitches and entrepreneurial skills with The Cupcake Carriage. The camp provides young girls with the opportunity to build confidence, make new friends and make a difference through community service projects. The girls go through a series of workshops led by suc-
cessful businesswomen from all different backgrounds and industries that help the girls learn and master important life skills for their future. Ultimately, the camp offers young girls a head start to building a strong and empowering com-
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“I’m most excited to meet and get to know a new set of campers and give younger girls the opportunity to experience this amazing program like I did when I was in high school,”
Barreiros, a Wonder Girls ambassador, graduate and camp counselor, said. The summer camp is just one of the many programs offered by Wonder Girls, a 501(c)3 non-profit school
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Murphy breaks ground for Hudson-Essex Greenway
Gov. Philip D. Murphy joined local, county and state officials Tuesday, July 15, in Newark to break ground on the first phase of the Greenway project — a nine-mile, 100-foot-wide former rail line spanning Hudson and Essex counties which will be transformed into New Jersey’s newest state park.
The ceremony took place at the future Newark Central Activity Center, located between Summer Avenue and Broadway.
The Murphy Administration is developing the Greenway to provide outdoor recreation and alternative transportation opportunities in the state’s most densely populated region. Its design elements will reflect the corridor’s historic use, when the former rail line played a vital role in transporting iron ore and blocks of ice from northern New Jersey to the major ports of Jersey City and New York City.
“Spanning two of the most densely populated counties in the country, the Greenway will be a new landmark that reflects who we are and where we’re going,” Murphy said. “When it’s complete, the Greenway will stand shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the best urban parks in the country and will create opportunities for economic growth in the
surrounding communities. It will belong to the people who live here, ride it, walk it, and raise their kids alongside it.”
Once complete, the Greenway will connect eight municipalities — Jersey City, Secaucus and Kearny (in Hudson) and Newark, Belleville, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge and Montclair in Essex. The project, organizers say, aims to create a linear, multi-use corridor that supports walking, biking and active transportation while fostering community connections and enhancing regional environmental
quality.
“This groundbreaking ceremony in historic Newark marks a milestone, beginning the long-awaited transformation of an abandoned rail-line into a world-class urban park that will be a significant recreational and economic asset for New Jersey,” NJ Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette said. “Thanks to the dedicated efforts of our partners across the Murphy Administration, with strong local support, we are forging a legacy that will connect communities, celebrate history and conserve open space for people from across the state and the region.”
Hudson County Executive Craig Guy says he’s delighted three Hudson municipalities will benefit from the state project.
“Hudson County is thrilled to see the Greenway project advancing toward completion with this groundbreaking — bringing us one step closer to offering 135 acres of new green space for residents to enjoy,” Guy said. “This nearly nine-mile linear park will run through three of our municipalities … and will bring a host of new recreation opportunities for walkers, cyclists and nature-lovers alike.”
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program for middle, high school and college girls with a mission to build confidence, leadership, community and business skills. The school program offers a series of workshops, community service projects, field trips, scholarships and so much more.
“Our campers are able to see they have a strong community of women around them, something that I have appreciated while being in the program at Lyndhurst High School for the past three years. Wonder Girls is such an amazing organization and the fact that the campers get to be a part of it from a very young age is something that they should be proud of,” Debra Ogunbowale, Wonder Girls ambassador and camp counselor, said.
Learn more about Wonder Girls or make a donation to the organization at www. wondergirlsusa.org
SPORTS & HEALTH
HISTORIC CHAMPS!
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
Cynthia Lopez and Diego Libanori saw something special in this group of Kearny Recreation softball players at a time when few could have seen it.
“I would say (we saw it) two years ago at 12U. They were losing games 19-0, but we both knew that they were a great bunch,” said Lopez, head coach of Kearny Recreation’s 14U team. “They never gave up. They loved the game. It didn’t matter if they were losing 19-0, they never gave up. It was always a 0-0 game for them.”
Two years later, on the 14U
level, these same girls did what previously seemed unthinkable.
On June 27, Kearny won the Little League Softball District 5 championship when it defeated Hasbrouck Heights, 3-1, in the title game in Wood-Ridge.
Kearny Recreation’s season ended a week later when it fell 4-1 to Teaneck in the Section 2 finals in Little Ferry, but not before finishing an incredible 16-4-1 overall.
In addition, 13 of the 14 girls on the team were also a part of Lincoln Middle School’s
“I’m extremely proud of these girls,” Lopez said. “I knew they were going to do it. I knew since the beginning of the season. But it was great knowing that these girls made history in Kearny.”
A big part of the turnaround was starting pitcher Abigail Buchanan, who starred in the circle and was a big bat in the middle of Kearny’s lineup.
“She’s our MVP for this year,” said Libanori. “She grew so much from last year to this year. She did an amazing job.”
Dakota Murphy, one of three seventh graders on the roster along with Lexi Duarte and Brielle Mora also saw time in the circle for Kearny.
Nicoly Libanori was the starting catcher with Duate also seeing some time behind the plate. Whichever one wasn’t catching would start in center field. Libanori was second on the team with 31 RBI on the season,
a total boosted by Duarte’s ability to get on base from the second spot in the lineup.
Gabriella Martinez led the team in RBI with 33 and started at first base for Kearny. Kaelyn Carlent started at second base and Ryleigh Chesney and Mora shared the starting shortstop position. Murphy was the primary third baseman and when she was pitching, Buchanan would take over at third.
Mora, a seventh grader and the team’s leadoff hitter saw extensive time in the outfield as well. Kearny did plenty of mixing and matchup in the corner outfield spots with Mora, Mia Castro and Joelyz Rosado sharing left field, while Emily Dabrowski, Luna
Santos and Bella Antunes split time in right.
Reflecting back on what made this team special, Libanori cited the way this group played together.
Most of this group will be heading to high school next year. And whether it’s at the high school level or back at recreation, it’s a group that Lopez and Libanori believe will continue to do great things.
“It was a great feeling to see what they accomplished this year,” Lopez said. “Two years ago, once they saw the score going up (against them) it got in their heads, but they didn’t let it bring down their morale. And it shows with the success of this year.”
Photo is courtesy of Sandra Duarte
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
Anthony Sabia has seen interest in volleyball grow by leaps and bounds since the Harrison Recreation Summer Volleyball Leagues began in 2017. Perhaps the biggest proof of the increased popularity in the sport comes from who isn’t in this year’s leagues.
This summer, the ninth of the leagues, Sabia got a record number of teams looking to join. Unfortunately, with court space limited, it meant a record number of rejections as well.
“There was definitely a lot of interest this year on the boys side, I think more than we’ve ever had,” said Sabia, who recently completed his first season as the head boys volleyball coach. “We have 10 teams and honestly, I probably could have done a 20team boys league this year with all the different teams that reached out and I had to turn away. We had to turn away a few girls teams as well.
“It’s great for us to know that the league is secure and that we’ll always have teams to play and that’s great for our kids. But at the same time, it’s frustrating since you wish you’d be able to have a bigger league and be able to do more.”
Even so, with 10 boys teams and 10 girls teams, the Harrison leagues are among the biggest summer leagues for volleyball in the state.
Each team gets 13 two-set matches during the regular season, which started on July 8 and goes through August 7. Playoffs for the boys are held on August 12 and playoffs for the girls are two days later on the 14th.
Getting that much time together is invaluable, especially on the girls side as it leads right into the high school season, which begins with tryouts the following week.
“I think it’s a really great opportunity for the girls to get the jitters out and put themselves to the test without the pressure
of it really counting (like in the fall),” said Harrison head girls coach Madison Lucas. “We’re still competitive, we want that trophy in the end don’t get me wrong, but it’s a great space for them to get out of their comfort zone, try to bond with their teammates before really getting the season started.”
Last fall, Harrison’s girls won 11
matches, its most in a season since 2017 when she and her cousin Kierrah Lucas were seniors.
This summer has shown even more promise both in the short and long term. Through the first two weeks, the Blue Tide girls have won 10 of 12 sets to lead the Blue Division standings, highlighted by a win over perennial Hudson County contender Bayonne. In addition, Madison Lucas has seen record numbers for their open gyms this summer, sometimes with more than 50 girls showing up.
“When those first numbers showed up, I was like, ‘are we sure we counted all those names?’” said Madison Lucaas, who has older sister Rayven and cousin Kierrah as assistant coaches.
“This is amazing and I think that it’s really showing that we’re in the building stages, but that we’re also something that’s coming that is going to be good this season too.
“This is my fifth year coaching and it’s been really fun trying to
build it up. Seeing this program grow from when we were playing all the way up until now and seeing it kind of paying off has been absolutely phenomenal.”
Also highlighting the girls field is two-time defending champion Lyndhurst, who is also off to a strong start, winning its first 10 sets in the White Division. Kearny, Hoboken, a Group 1 sectional finalist the last two seasons, as well as St. Dominic and Payne Tech are also among the teams in this year’s girls league.
On the boys side, Harrison is once again off to a strong start, winning 9 of its first 12 sets, to lead the Blue Division. West Caldwell Tech, which has had Harrison’s number of late both in the summer and high school seasons, leads the White Division standings at 6-2. Kearny and Belleville, as well as Bayonne, St. Peter’s Prep, Hoboken and Payne Tech are among the other notable teams in the year’s boys league.
Photo courtesy of Harrison High School Athletics Anthony Sabia
Bloomfield Summer League remains valuable for Essex hoops teams
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
Veteran Bloomfield boys basketball coach Mike Passero knows his Bengals team is going to encounter several different styles of play throughout the high school season.
That diverse set of playing styles and teams is what makes the annual Bloomfield Summer League one of the best in North Jersey on a year in and year out basis.
“I think that’s what makes it great for everybody in the league,” said Passero. “You’re going to see different styles throughout the year, and it’s great to see it in the summertime and experiment with different things and see how your guys react. It’s great for everybody.”
It’s why the league has remained strong for more than 15 years after being started by previous head coach Pat Brunner, now the athletic director at Morris Knolls.
In total, 14 teams, 12 from Essex County, are participating this summer. Each team gets eight regular games and at least
one game in the playoffs, which began on Monday, July 21. The first round is set for Monday and Tuesday with the quarterfinals set for Wednesday. Thursday is the semifinals starting at 5 p.m., followed by the title game at 7.
“It’s a lot of work, it’s a lot of planning, but what makes it work is that the teams we have, and the majority of them come back every year,” Passero said. “They’re great, they make it easy and they show up.
“One thing that I really like about the league this year, it’s really balanced. There’s a handful of teams at 6-2 and 5-3 and 4-4. It’s really been competitive, up and down, all the teams.”
Locally, Bloomfield earned the third seed for the playoffs and is led by guards AJ Cruz and Sean Perrotta, both rising juniors. Perrotta, who led the Bengals in scoring last season at 13.3 points per game and Cruz (10.4 per game) are set to be rare four-year starters for Bloomfield.
Nutley, which has been run this summer by longtime assistant Rob Porrino following the March retirement of Bob Harbison after 26 years as head coach,
Bloomfield is fourth-seeded Livingston and fifth-seeded Caldwell.
Regardless of the final record, Passero knows this time in his league, as well the various other summer leagues and camps they’ve been in will prove beneficial in December as Bloomfield looks to build off a 16-12 season.
“I think almost all coaches will tell you, this is just such an important time of the year for planning for the winter,” said Passero. “There’s a lot of individual skill training going on in the summertime. There’s a lot of weight training going on in the summertime. There’s a lot of them playing together and gelling as a team in the summertime. All those things hopefully translate into the winter season.”
is the 14th seed. According to Passero, the Maroon Raiders, who graduated eight seniors from last year’s 15-11 squad, have “been playing well,” despite a less than stellar record.
Glen Ridge and Millburn earned the top two seeds and first round byes after a strong regular season. Following
Cortical visual impairment (CVI) is a vision disorder that’s based in the brain rather than the eyes. With CVI, the eyes can see normally but the brain can’t process the information it receives from them. CVI is the leading cause of vision impairment in children, with approximately one in 30 children suffering from some level of the disorder (30 to 40 percent of children with visual impairments have CVI). CVI has a range of causes, including premature birth, brain malformations, seizure disorders, and encephalopathy, which itself has many causes. CVI cannot be detected through a regular eye exam and may not show up on MRI scans. Patients may present low visual function,
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Bloomfield basketball players AJ Cruz (left) and Jeremiah Gonzalez (right).
Harrison junior police cadets serve lunch to seniors
HANTERIOR CRUCIATE LIGAMENT
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are among the most common knee injuries, especially in athletes involved in high-impact sports like soccer, basketball, and football. The ACL, a crucial ligament connecting the femur to the tibia, stabilizes the knee by preventing excessive forward movement and rotational instability. Injuries often occur due to sudden stops, pivots, awkward landings, or direct trauma. Symptoms include a popping sound during injury, immediate swelling, severe pain, and knee instability. Diagnosis involves clinical assessments and imaging techniques like MRI. Treatment depends on the severity, with mild cases managed through physical therapy and bracing, while complete tears often require surgical reconstruction followed by extensive
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rehabilitation. Recovery can take six to twelve months, focusing on strength and flexibility. Seek immediate care if any injury to your knee causes signs or symptoms of an ACL injury. The knee joint is a complex structure of bones, ligaments, tendons and other tissues that work together. It’s important to get a prompt and accurate diagnosis to determine the severity of the injury and get proper treatment. To schedule an appointment, please call PREMIER CARE ASSOCIATES OF WEST HUDSON at 201-9987474. Visit us 7 days a week at 512 Kearny Ave., Suite B.
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arrison Junior Police Academy cadets took time from their training last week to serve lunch to the town’s senior citizens at the senior center and are seen here with Officer Luis Terrones, far left, and Third Ward Councilman Larry Bennett, far right.
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diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Mayor Doyle noted, “This means it touches countless families right here in our Town. By implementing this program, we’re not just providing a practical resource – we’re building a more inclusive community where every resident feels valued, understood, and supported.”
The program is a collaborative effort between the Town of Kearny, the Kearny Police Department, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office and Hudson County Mental Health and Human Services.
Doyle lauded community partners.
“I want to thank these essential partners, along with autism advocacy groups and families, who have raised their voices for programs supporting their families,” the mayor said. “Their insights, expertise and dedication have made this initiative possible. Special thanks to Hudson County Executive Craig Guy, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, Sgt. Megan Connell, Kayla Hanley, Hudson County Mental Health Adminis-
trator Erin Fallon, Kearny Police Chief Scott Macfie, First Ward Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro, who is also the health department chairwoman and Fourth Ward Councilman Gerald Ficeto, police chairman, for their efforts in advocating for the health and safety of Kearny residents.”
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During the launch, Doyle encouraged first responders, nurses, health care providers, teachers and community members to familiarize themselves with the blue envelopes.
“When you encounter a blue envelope, remember that it represents someone’s courage to reach out and communicate their needs,” Doyle said.
“Together, we’re creating a town where differences are celebrated, understanding is cultivated and every person — regardless of how they experience the world — can thrive.”
See more images from the unveiling of Blue Envelope on Page 14.
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New Jersey Institute of Technology (Newark, NJ)Salary Range: $73,502.29 to $137,773.44/year. Refer to https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits for general description of benefits. Must have proof of legal authorization to work in U.S. Apply online at https://www.njit.edu/ (under Posting Number req8095). To view full information about the job opportunities including the full job description, related occupation, education and experience requirements please refer to the internet posting at https://www.njit.edu/ under Posting Number above. 11W01
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Washington School in Kearny announces honor roll
ohn Adamski, principal of Washington School in Kearny, has announced that the following students have achieved academic honors for the fourth marking period of the 20242025 academic year:
Grade 4
Honors
Talen Abogabal, Diego Ayoso, Rafael Borsato De Almeida de Silva, Brianna Cabrera, Kai Chen, Jesse Coma, Saad Dabaji, Ashley Espinal, Catalina Franco Mendez, Daleyza Giron Bravo, Rose Holloman, Christopher Ortega, Joel Masache Soto, Syed Saffi, Timmy Salazar, James Tasigchana.
Grade 5
Principal’s Honors
Aaron Bernal, Benjamin Burga Suejiro, Mara Concha Gomez, Miguel Denadai, Carmela Franco Mendez, Jacob Gallegos, Matthew Herrera, Kassandra Lata-Coronel, Adriana Loaiza Cuenca, Abigail Ore, Liam Oshiro, Angelee Perez Cruz, Alisson Perez Flores, Mariana Ribeiro De Sousa, Danna Salazar Luzardo, Samarah Sanchez, Roman Sanchez Lopez, Hadi Syed.
Honors
Taua Almeida Martins, Dulce Almendariz, Julianny Custodio Martins, Arthur Dantas Silva, Mason Diaz, Jose
Dos Santos, Edison Ferrel, Derek Fuentes, Kenneth Garcia Estrada, Liam Manchego Benites, Maximiliano Martinez, Nickolas Mestanza, Fabian Paz, Huzaifa Qureshi, Meriam Sebki, Steven Sinisterra Gamboa, Jadiel Zambrano.
Grade 6 Presidential Awards
Nicolas Alves Da Silva, Jocelyn Aquino Sandoval, Zayd Dabaji, Yasmin Firmiana Santos, Maria Giraldo Calle, Kaici Huang, Arwa Ouchiba, Amelia Rosario-Gil, Lara Vilas Boas.
Principal’s Honors
Jocelyn Aquino Sandoval Kayo De-
Honors
Sebastian Santiago-Rivera.
Nicolas Alves Da Silva, Elias Cabrera, Samuel Campoverde, Dylan Cano, Zayd Dabaji, Ana Luiza Da Silva, John De Lara, Youssef Estfanous, Angel Garia, Dana Graciano Menjivar, Victoria Hempel, William Jibaja, Dania Mantilla Ramos, Arwa Ouchiba, Damaris Perez Galicia, Amelia Rosario-Gil, Nicole Santos, Victor Santos, Jaquawn Stewart, Eshal Tayyab, Imani Torres, Jacob Velarde, Lara Vilas Boas.
nadai, Yasmin Firmiana Santos, Maria Giraldo Calle, Kaici Huang, D’Angelo Pascual,
More sights from Kearny’s debut of the Blue Envelope program
With her are Councilwoman
was happily present
husband, Drew Skolar.
The regular meeting of the Kearny Planning Board scheduled for Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers at 402 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 has been canceled.
By: Jennifer Diaz, Board Secretary ($7.00 Online 07/15/25)
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
That 377 Kearny Plaza LLC has appealed to the Kearny Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Kearny for site plan and variance application from the following terms of Articles and Section of the Subdivision of Land and Site Plan Review Ordinances and/or the Zoning Ordinance: CHAPTER XXXVIII: Sections 38-4.1,Schedule II; 38-4.2(c); 38-4.1, Schedule IV; 38-5.3(g)(1);38-5.3(g) (2); 38-5.8(b); and CHAPTER XXXVI, Sections 3612.1(a)(1); 36-12.1(a)(2); 36-12.1(d);36-12.1(e); 3612.2(a); 36-12.2(d)(2); 36-12.2(e)(1); 36-12.2(e)(4); 36-12.2(f)(2)(c); 36-12.3(a); 36-12.3(b); 36-12.3(c); 36-12.3(d); 36-12.3(e); 36-12.5(a); 36-12.5(b)
And any other variances/waivers deemed necessary by the Board at the time of hearing
To Permit: construction of four (4) story, fourteen (14) unit residential building on Lot 10 with a one-way ground level parking lot exiting onto Maple Street from Lot 7. In addition the applicant proposes to construct new concrete sidewalk, curbing,driveway, fencing, asphalt parking area and lighting improvements
On the premises located at 375-377 Kearny Avenue, Block 57 , Lots 7 and 10, as shown on the Town Tax Map. This appeal is now on the Board’s calendar and a public hearing has been order for Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:30 P.M. in the Town Hall, 402 Kearny Avenue, Kearny , NJ 07032 at which time you may appear either in person or by agent, or attorney at the hearing of this appeal. All documents relating to this application may be inspected by the public between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. in the office of the Administrative Official of the Board, Town Hall Annex, 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032. Respectfully, 377 Kearny Plaza LLC, Applicant/Owner ($21.00)
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that bid proposals will be received from Bidders classified under N.J.S.A. 27:735.2 via the Internet until 10:00:59 A.M. on 8/14/2025 at which time the bid proposals submitted will be downloaded, and publicly opened and read, in the CONFERENCE ROOM-A, 1st Floor F & A Building, New Jersey Department of Transportation, 1035 Parkway Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08625; for: Liberty State Park Ferry Slip Reconstruction Phase 1, Contract No. 2532769, Liberty State Park, City of Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey Federal Project No: F00S070 UPC NO: 013090 DP No: 25703
Bidders are required to comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Specifically, the contractor, sub recipient or subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26 in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as the recipient deems appropriate.
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52:32-44, contractor must submit the Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue Business Registration of the contractor and any named subcontractors prior to contract award or authorization.
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 34:11-56.51, contractors must be registered with the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Division of Wage and Hour Compliance at the time of bid.
The Department, in accordance with Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252 U.S.C., 49 C.F.R., Parts 21 and 23 issued pursuant to such Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 will afford minority business enterprises full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not discriminate against any bidder on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap in the project award. Plans, specifications, any addenda to the specifica-
tions, and bidding information for the proposed work are available at Bid Express website www.bidx.com. You must subscribe to use this service. To subscribe, follow the instructions on the web site. Fees apply to downloading documents and plans and bidding access. The fee schedule is available on the web site.
All fees are directly payable to Bid Express. Plans, specifications, and bidding information may be inspected (BUT NOT OBTAINED) by contracting organizations at our various Design Field Offices at the following locations:
200 Stierli Court
One Executive Campus Rt. 70 West Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Phone: 973-601-6690
Phone: 856-486-6623
New Jersey Department of Transportation Division of Procurement
Bureau of Construction Services 1035 Parkway Avenue PO Box 600 Trenton, NJ 08625 ($118.50)
The regular meeting of the Kearny Zoning Board of Adjustment is to be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 7:30 pm in the Council Chambers 402 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ. The extent of the agenda is known as follows:
#2025.16 Manuel Rodrigues 671 Forest Street Variance application. Carried from 07-01-25 mtg.***
#2025.17 377 Kearny Plaza LLC 375-377 Kearny Avenue
Preliminary and Final Site Plan & Variance Applications. By: Jennifer Diaz, Board Secretary ($25.00 Online 07/15/25)
SUPERIOR COURT OF NEW JERSEY-LAW DIVISION- HUDSON COUNTY-DOCKET NO. HUD-L-003401-24 NOTICE TO ABSENT DEFENDANTS STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO: YAD GROUP
LLC; MIRIAM CARCIENTE, YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED AND REQUIRED to serve upon MCCARTER & ENGLISH LLP, plaintiff’s attorneys, whose address is Four Gateway Center, 100 Mulberry Street, 12th Floor, Newark, New Jersey 07102, an Answer to the Complaint, if any, filed in a civil action, in which M&T BANK is Plaintiff and YAD GROUP LLC and MIRIAM CARCIENTE are the Defendant(s), pending in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Law Division, Hudson County and bearing Docket No. HUD-L-003401-24, within thirty-five (35) days after 07/22/25 exclusive of such date, or if published after 07/22/25, thirty-five (35) days after the actual date of such publication, exclusive of such date. If you fail to do so, Judgment by Default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. If judgment is entered against you, the Sheriff may seize your money, wages or property to pay all or part of the judgment. You shall file your answer and proof of service in duplicate with the Superior Court of New Jersey, Hudson County, Law Division, located at 595 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey 07306, in accordance with the Rules of Civil Practice and Procedure. Upon request, a copy of the Complaint, if any, will be supplied to you for particularity. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may call the Legal Services office in the county where you live or the Legal Services of New Jersey Statewide Hotline at 1-888-LSNJ-LAW (1-888-576-5529). If you do not have an attorney and are not eligible for free legal assistance, you may obtain a referral to an attorney by calling one of the Lawyer Referral Services. A directory with contact information for local Legal Services Offices and Lawyer Referral Services is available in the Civil Division Management Office in the county listed above and online at http://www.njcourts.gov. This is an action for (1) breach of contract; and (2) breach of implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing in connection with a Business Access Line of Credit Agreement and Guaranty between Plaintiff M&T BANK and Defendant(s) YAD GROUP LLC and MIRIAM CARCIENTE dated May 17, 2021; Dated: July 16, 2025, MICHELLE M. SMITH, Acting Clerk of the Superior Court of New Jersey. 7/16/25
($232.80)
In accordance with the Open Public Meeting Act, P.L. 1975c 231, this is to advise that the Kearny Board of Education will hold a Board Retreat on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Kearny Board of Education, 1st Floor Board Room, 172 Midland Avenue, Kearny, New Jersey, 07032. Action will not be taken.
While the Board reserves the right to change the date and location when necessary in order to accommodate the public to attend the meeting, legal notice of these changes have been sent to the Board, Town Clerk, District Website and posted at the Board Office.
The agenda to the extent known is: Discuss goals and plans for the 2025-2026 School Year Juan Faciolince Business Administrator/ Board Secretary
($15.00)
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE 2025 “DRAFT” OFFICIAL HUDSON COUNTY MAP
Please take notice that the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to provide the general public with an opportunity to comment on the 2025 “Draft” Official Hudson County Map at the regularly scheduled August Commissioners Meeting pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:27-5
($27.00) 7/23, 7/30, 8/6)
Left photo: Caitlin Mota, the spokeswoman for Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez, was on hand for the unveiling and is at the right.
Marytrine DeCastro and Mayor Carol Jean Doyle. In the photo at right, resident Kelly Skolar, left, chats with Doyle. Skolar’s son 18, is autistic and she
for the launch of the new program. Also with them are Skolar’s mom, Loretta Cummings and Kelly’s
Photos by Ron Smits & Kevin A. Canessa Jr.
Magnet fisherman reels in WWII ordinance from the Passaic ...
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
For the second time in less than a month, a magnet fisherman at the DeJessa Bridge pulled out ordinance believed to have been from the World War II era, Det. Capt. Vincent Auteri, of the Lyndhurst Police Department, said.
This time, at around 7 p.m., Saturday, July 19, the man was magnet fishing and pulled out an artillery shell, requiring response of the Bergen County Bomb Squad, Auteri said. The ordinance did not have a fuse, though the incident required closure of the bridge for 40
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wish him much success during his deployment,” Evans said. “I truly hope for his safe return, and we will carry on in his absence in the Nutley tradition.”
Said Commissioner Joe Scarpelli: “Godspeed to the mayor as he serves our country. I look forward to his participating in any way he can over the next six months. God bless him and all our servicemen.”
And lastly, said Commissioner Mauro G. Tucci: “I wish Mayor Kelly the best of luck during his tour of duty. We all appreciate his service and can’t wait for him to return to Nutley safe and sound.”
POLICE BEAT
minutes.
The first time it was June 26 — at the same location. This piece of ordinance turned out to be without a fuse, also. This closure also required the bomb squad and the bridge was closed for around 30 minutes.
The first piece of ordinance found in June.
-Rami Alrabaa
