CELEBRATING P RTUGAL
Kearny kicked off Portuguese-American Heritage Month with a flag raising at American Revolution Bicentennial Park. Mayor Carol Jean Doyle (right) was joined by Council Members Marytrine DeCastro, Jose Rodrigues, George Zapata, Fred Esteves and Stathis Theodoropoulos, along with members of the Portuguese Cultural Association, for a ceremonial raising of the Portuguese Flag. The celebration continued with the Portugal Day Parade, which featured traditional music, folk dance (left image) and a performance by Sonhos de Portugal (‘Dreams of Portugal.’) Portugal Day, also known as Dia de Camões, honors the life and legacy of Luís Vaz de Camões Portugal’s national poet and an noted symbol of national pride.
Photos by Ron Smits
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Town of Harrison hosting community blood drive
The Town of Harrison hosts a community blood drive Tuesday, June 16, from 1 to 7 p.m., at the Recreation Center, 401 Warren St. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome. Visit www.nybc.org/drive with sponsor code 70864 to register.
Get help paying for food from NA Health Department
The North Arlington Health Department hosts a presentation for residents of North Arlington and surrounding towns 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., on July 14, Aug. 11 and Sept. 8.
Appointments may be made by calling (201) 991-6060, ext. 123.
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. There is no fee to apply. If one is ever asked to pay to apply for such benefits, it is likely a scam.
Lyndhurst celebrating 250th with concert, fireworks & more
The Township of Lyndhurst hosts its 250th birthday celebration Wednesday, July 1, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Township Park, Delafield Avenue. Patriotic music will be be performed by The Bell Tones, The New Orleans Renaissance Jazz Band. After the concerts, fireworks will go off at the Little League Field, Riverside Avenue. All are invited to attend.
Nutley Summer Festival upcoming
The Township of Nutley’s Summer Festival is set for Thursday, June 25, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Franklin Avenue between Chestnut and New streets.
There will be food trucks, live music, a video game trailer, amusements for kids and plenty of local outdoor dining. The concert features The Guys a Broadway Jersey Boys Experience.
Special ceremony upcoming to honor Four Chaplains
A special ceremony to honor the Four Chaplains will take place Sunday, June 20, at 10 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, 141 Washington Ave. The community is invited to attend.
Museum program will celebrate America’s semiquincentennial
The Kearny Museum hosts an America 250 event Friday, July 10, at 6:30 p.m. for a lecture on figures such as Betsy Ross and Ben Franklin. The program will take place in the air-conditioned main library, 318 Kearny Ave., since there is no AC in the museum.
Applications open for Harrison Junior Police Academy
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Harrison Junior Police Academy, which runs July 27-31 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s open to Harrisonians entering sixth-, seventhand eight-grades. Applications are available at Harrison PD headquarters. For more information send an email to lterrones@townofharrison.com or call the COP Unit at (973) 483-4510. Space is limited.
East Newark hosting Riverfront Park concert series
The Borough of East Newark hosts several concerts in the coming months at Riverfront Park’s amphitheater on Passaic Avenue.
The next concert, it’s We May Be Right, a Billy Joel cover band June 28. Next, it’s an 80s Revolution show July 28.
And lastly, a local artists night Aug. 28 All events kick off at 7 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets and snacks.
Kearny Knights selling patriotic lawn signs
The Knights of Columbus 6928 are selling lawn signs celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary. Preorders may be placed by sending an email to knightsofcolumbus6928@ gmail.com. The cost is $10 per sign.
HCPO: Belleville man killed in Passaic Avenue crash over the weekend
By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com
ABelleville man was killed Saturday, June 13, 2026, following a crash along the Passaic Avenue corridor, the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office said.
According to the HCPO: Shortly after midnight June 13, 2026, the Kearny Police Department was notified of a two-car collision in the area of Passaic Avenue and Peden Terrace.
Responding officers located an
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injured man — later identified as Juan Lozada, 37, of Belleville — in a Chevy pickup truck. He was transported to Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville, where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the second vehicle involved in the collision was treated for minor injuries. The cause and manner of death are pending with the Regional Medical Examiner’s Office.
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Has it really been 35 years?
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Seen here are members of the Kearny High School Class of ’91 at their recent 35th reunion.
CELEBRATE OUR 250TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A CONCERT IN THE PARK AND MOVIE NIGHT LEADING UP TO OUR FANTASTIC 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION VETERANS FIELD ON BELGROVE DRIVE
Harrison PD achieves re-accreditation
The Harrison Police Department, under the leadership of Police Director Nick Breiner and Chief Stanley Titterington, has been re-accredited by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. The accreditation process involves an extensive examination of all aspects of departmental policies and procedures, management, operations and support services to ensure compliance with the NJSACOP Law Enforcement Accreditation Program. ‘This achievement reflects the department’s continued commitment to professionalism, accountability and the highest standards in law enforcement,’ the department said. ‘A special thank you to Det. Sgt. Kirk Zeta and Det. Lt. Joseph Sloan, our accreditation managers, for their hard work and dedication throughout the accreditation process. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Mayor James Fife, Police Commissioner James Doran, and the Harrison Town Council for their continued support.’
Guy adds $1.3M to budget to assist county’s most vulnerable residents
Hudson County Executive Craig Guy announced an amendment to the 2026 county budget allocating $1.31 million in additional funding for legal service, rental assistance and food-security programs. Under the amendment, the Hudson County Law Department will receive $150,000 for constituent legal services; the Office of Food and Health Equity — under the Department of Health and Human Services — will receive $160,000 for food pantry providers helping to fight hunger in Hudson County; and the Office of Family Services and Reintegration will receive $1 million for rental-assistance programs.
“Throughout this year’s budget process, I have prioritized funding for our most vulnerable residents through vital investments in county social programs. This budget amendment strengthens these programs by providing additional funding for legal services, rental assistance, and food security initiatives in a fiscally responsible manner. Our work does not stop here. We will continue working closely with community
advocates and our non-profit partners to provide resources to our residents who need them most,” Guy said.
“Hudson County has always stood strongest when we invest directly in our people - and that means all Hudson County residents. These additional funds will help families remain in their homes, expand access to critical legal services, and support the food pantry providers working every day to fight for food security in our communities. I commend County Executive Guy for continuing to prioritize compassionate, responsible investments that deliver real support to Hudson County residents, and for working collaboratively with the Board of County Commissioners to do so,” outgoing Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners Anthony L. Romano said.
ALL-STAR PERFORMANCES
MBy Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
atthew Jarvis knew that Saturday’s Bergen County All-Star Game was almost certainly going to be the last football game he ever plays. The Lyndhurst linebacker couldn’t write a better final chapter to a football career that began on the same Joseph P. Cipolla Field.
On what proved to be his final play, Jarvis intercepted Dylan Ferrera of Waldwick to put the finishing touches on a 7-6 victory for the South team over the North.
The game-winning interception earned Jarvis Defensive MVP for the South. He also recovered a fumble late in the first half.
“For me at least, it’s probably my last football game I ever play. So it was bittersweet,” said Jarvis, who will attend Clemson University. “I’d say. I left everything I had out there and I’m sure they did as well.”
For many, the Bergen County All-Star Game was the last time they ever put on the shoulder pads and helmet. It was a moment that wasn’t lost upon them,
especially for those locally.
“It was very surreal. I’ve been playing football since I was six,” Lyndhurst cornerback Nate Boyd, who will be wrestling at Bloomsburg next year, said. “It was definitely not sad (to be the last game), but I was happy I got to do it one more time. It was a good way to end it.”
“I’m glad that it ended in a win and especially that it ended with me getting the game sealing interception. It was a great feeling. Something I’ll think about for the rest of my life.”
“That was the best he’s ever played,” Lyndhurst head coach Rich Tuero said. “He finished strong, it was awesome. It was good stuff. I’m proud of him.”
As the head coach of the South team, Tuero had plenty to be proud of. In a series that the North side has completely dominated historically, it was the South, especially on defense, which set the tone. After allowing a touchdown on the first drive of the game, the South defense dominated, forcing three turnovers without allowing a single point the rest of the way.
Daniel Nifah of Hackensack’s sack and forced fumble was picked up by Jarvis, to preserve a 7-6 lead heading
into halftime.
In the second half, the North entered the red zone on three separate occasions, only to be denied each time. Lyndhurst’s Shadeed Smith Jr. as well as Nifah shared a sack on fourth down from the 14 late in the third quarter.
In the fourth, it was two players from rival Becton, who delivered the big play in the clutch. Everett Bell’s openfield tackle on Francisco Then, created a turnover on downs with 8:35 remaining. The next drive saw the North drive the ball all the way down to the two. But a run for a loss and two offensive penalties pushed the North back to the 18 when Becton’s Nico Ragozzino intercepted a pass with 2:33 remaining.
“It’s awesome, man. Becton, Lyndhurst, Saddle Brooke, Rutherford, I mean, all of us coming together, winning the game, is freaking awesome. There’s nothing better.”
A three-and-out gave the North one more chance, which ended with Jarvis’ interception with 1:51 left.
“It’s crazy (getting to be teammates with these guys),” North Arlington defensive tackle Jacob Soler said about the opportunity to be teammates with long-
time local rivals. “I only had five days of practice with these guys, but they’re all like my brothers and I love that I can share this win with them.”
Soler, who will be walking on at Bowling Green State this fall, often lined up besides Smith on the interior of a dominant South defensive front. Cornerback Nate Boyd from Lyndhurst broke up a pair of passes in the end zone in the fourth quarter for a defense, which also included linemen Omar Ali and Thomas Awida.
Lyndhurst offensive lineman Justin Marmorato and North Arlington receiver Brady Kolano also were among the local products that competed in the game on Saturday.
This past Tuesday was also the annual Paul Robeson All-Star East-West Football Classic, in which the East Team, composed of players from Essex, Hudson and Union Counties, defeated the West, 18-3. Nutley’s Jalyn Caraballo, who recovered a fumble in the win, highlighted the group of local participants, which also included Belleville offensive lineman Keith Greeley and Bloomfield defensive lineman Shane Fernandez.
Photo by Jason Bernstein
By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com
When Michael Koster first started playing lacrosse with Nutley Recreation at the age of four, his mother Michele had one preference, that her son not play goalie.
“I played attack for three days at the rec program and I hated it. I hated it. I didn’t like it,” Michael Koster said. “I told my mom I hated it and the one position she told me she didn’t want me to play was goalie. So the one position I told my mom I wanted to play and that I liked was goalie. And that’s how it all started.”
It was a decision that helped lead to one of the greatest lacrosse careers ever at Nutley
High School. The last game of Koster’s high school career was on Monday, June 15, when he participated in the inaugural Kirst Cup All-Star Game at Kean University, which spotlights the state’s top players.
It’s the culmination of an incredible four-year run where Koster not only rewrote the Nutley Boys Lacrosse record book, but put himself in elite company statewide. On May 18, Koster became just the fourth goalie in New Jersey history to record 1,000 career saves when he stopped 13 shots in a 5-2 defeat against Delaware Valley.
Koster, who was also a fine wrestler during the winter seasons, finished his high school career with 1,005 saves.
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weeks later) and hearing it from my parents and hearing it from my teammates, I can’t even put it into words,” said Koster. “It’s something that I know I’m going to have cemented for forever,
knowing that I did it.”
“It was a goal he set prior to the season and once the season started, he just played lacrosse and never asked me about it,” head coach Mike Salvatelli said.
“He was just playing the best he could every game, which is part of his personality as a competitor to just put his head down and
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work. He was just focused on his team winning games.”
Salvatelli knew that he potentially had a special goalie coming up through the rec department and it didn’t take long for Koster to cement his place as the Raiders’ starter. In the season opener of his freshman year, Koster made 19 saves in a 12-10 victory over Cedar Grove. It proved to be the first of 71 consecutive starts.
After making 221 saves as a freshman and 236 as a sophomore, it became clear that Koster was in line to do unprecedented things at Nutley.
“He had played at such a high level in middle school that coming into high school, we knew
that he’d be a special goalie for us,” said Salvatelli. “ He put in the time to be great. He played club, he trained on his own. When that all happens, you start to see the potential and then he just got better every year.”
Despite not always having the most talented team around him, Koster helped lead the Raiders to back-to-back state tournament appearances his junior and senior seasons. As a senior, he made a career high 310 saves for Nutley, which went 9-10.
Koster cited several youth coaches who were instrumental in his development, a group that included his father, Tim. But the biggest influence was youth coach Scott DeCarlo.
DeCarlo, who starred as a goalie at Nutley, turned down several college offers after high school, instead electing to
become a U.S. Army Ranger. DeCarlo served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Endur-
ing Freedom during his seven years in the Armed Forces before returning home to coach before passing in 2017.
That close relationship initially had Koster looking to go into the military after high school instead of playing lacrosse in college. That changed after a heartfelt conversation with DeCarlo’s mother Lesley, last year.
“I was very close family friends with (Scott and his parents),” an emotional Koster said. “I was thinking at the time that I wanted to follow in his footsteps because he ended up putting the stick down and he went into the force.
“One day, his mother sat me down and she was like ‘I don’t want you to follow in the same path.’ She told me she wants me to have an education. She wants me to go further. She wants me to play at the collegiate level.”
Despite getting involved a
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little later than normal in the recruiting process, Koster found a home when he committed to Westminster College, a Division III program in New Wilmington, PA.
According to Koster, he first reached out to Westminster and its head coach Anthony Accardi. After Koster made the six hour drive for a visit, he heard from Accardi that they had one scholarship left and they wanted to use it on him.
This season, the 6-foot-1 Koster played at 155 pounds after wrestling primarily at 140 during the winter. With room to grow physically, Salvatelli believes the best is yet to come for him.
“Knowing him, he’s going to put in the work, he’s going to watch film and he’s going to hit the weight room,” Salvatelli said. “I think he’s going to be that much better by the time he graduates college.”
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Robert A. Muller
Robert A. Muller died June 12, 2026.
He was 95.
Visiting will be Friday, June 19, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, June 20, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Church, Kearny. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.
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Bob was the husband of the late Patricia (nee Thuring) and devoted father of James (his wife Roberta). He is also survived by his cherished grandchilldren Thomas, Jonathan and Matthew. Bob was a graduate from NYU and was a member of the Zeta Psi Fraternity. He was a retired engineer from the Port Authority and enjoyed their lunch meetings. He loved sports and was an avid fan of the Yankees and Giants. He loved to bowl and collect stamps and coins.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to Tunnel to Towers in his memory.
Marie E. Rhein
Marie E. Rhein (nee Sieroka) died June 12, 2026.
She was 90.
Visiting will be Tuesday June 16, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Private cremation will follow.
Marie had been a secretary at Congoleum Nairn and was the wife of the late Kenneth W. Rhein, a retired Kearny police officer.
She was the loving mother of Kenneth Wm. Rhein, Elizabeth A. Rhein and the late David N. Rhein. Sister of the late Patricia Wall, she is also survived by her grandchildren Ashley, Kenneth Jr. and Lacey along with her
great-grandchildren Mark, Fallon and Miphaa.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the ASPCA in her memory.
Elsa Munoz
Elsa Munoz died June 8, 2026.
She was 91.
Born in Cuba, she lived in Kearny since 1981.
Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home. Mass Friday at 10:00 a.m. in St. Cecilias Church and , Kearny. Entombment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.
Elsa was the wife of the late Leonardo and mother of Elsie Mera and Manuel Munoz. Sister of Esther Gomez Diaz, she is also survived by her grandchildren Manny, Leo, Stephanie, Melissa and Megan along with her greatgrandchildren Rafa, Sammy, Santi, Adrian, Amara, Sienna and Timmy.
Alan A. West
Alan A. West died June 6, 2026.
He was 64.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, he lived in Kearny before moving to Denville 12 years ago.
Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral, Kearny. Cremation was private.
Alan was the son of the late Adam and Colina West. Beloved husband of Doreen
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(nee Donnelly), he was also the loving father of Kyle, Rachel and Adam West and Michael Brown (his wife Nicole). Cherished brother of Colin West (his wife Aimee) He also leaves his dear grandchildren Jojo, Wesley and Sloanne.
Alan was a retired sergeant from the NJ Transit Police and was member of the Newark chapter of the Blue Knights. He was a Second Degree Black Belt in Marshall Arts and was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins and Manchester United.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to Tunnel to Towers or St. Jude Children’s Hospital in his memory.
Angelina Robertson
Angelina Robertson (née Sciortino), 88, died peacefully Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at Ocean University Medical Center in Brick.
Born in North Arlington, Angie spent her entire life in the town she adored. She married her high school sweetheart, Donald Robertson, and together they built a life centered on family, friendship and love. In 1962, they purchased a second home in Bay Head. For more than six decades, it served as a place where family and friends came together and cherished memories were made. Angie and Don joined the Bay Head Yacht Club, which became a centerpiece of their summers and a place where they enjoyed lasting friendships and wonderful community.
Angie worked as a receptionist with Leonia Medical Associates, Englewood, for 17 years before retiring in May 2018. She loved talking with patients and coworkers and the camaraderie she formed there brought her great joy throughout her career. At just 4 feet 11 inches tall, Angie was a larger-than-life presence. Caring, spirited, independent and proudly Italian,
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June 17, 2026
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TOWN OF KEARNY PLANNING BOARD
TOWN HALL ANNEX – 410 KEARNY AVENUE KEARNY, NEW JERSEY 07032
201-955-7880,ext. 3012 FAX 201-998-5171 www.kearnynj.org PUBLICATION
Please take Notice:
That Proeng Investments LLC., have appealed to the Town of Kearny Planning Board for a minor subdivision application from the following terms of Articles and Section of the Subdivision of Land and Site Plan Review Ordinance and/or the Zoning Ordinance: TO PERMIT:
Approval to merge the two existing parcels and subsequently subdivide them into two new, equally sized lots in order to construct a three- story, two family dwelling on each lot on the premises located at 95 Ivy Street, Block 240, Lot 53, and 97-101 Ivy Street, Block 240, Lot 54 as shown on the Town tax map.
This appeal is now on the Board’s calendar, and a public hearing has been ordered for July 1st, 2026 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.
This notice is sent to you by the applicant, by order of the Kearny Planning Board.
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 Secretary of the Board, Town Hall Annex, 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032. Respectfully, Proeng Investments, LLC. Owners/Applicants ($20.00)
KEARNY PLANNING BOARD
TOWN HALL ANNEX – 410 KEARNY AVENUE
KEARNY, NEW JERSEY 07032
Phone:201-955-7880, ext. 3012
Fax: 201-998-5171
www.kearnynj.org
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
That PRINCIA CONTIN has appealed to the Kearny Planning Board of the Town of Kearny for Subdivision 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: 38-4.1, Schedule II, 38-4.2(c) To Permit: a lot line adjustment to Lots 8 and 9 to be replaced with Proposed Lots 8.01 and 9.01. Proposed lots 8.01 and 9.01 are each 3,750 square feet and applicant proposes to construct one (1) three story single family dwelling with associated concrete walkways, driveways, stairs, curbing and landscaping improvements on each proposed lot ,and any other
variances and waivers deemed necessary by the Board at the time of hearing On the premises located at 80-84 Forest Street Block 250 , Lot 9 ( incl 8), as shown on the Town Tax Map. This appeal is now on the Board’s calendar and a public hearing has been ordered for Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 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 of Kearny, Town Hall Annex, 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032. Respectfully, PRINCIA CONTIN
Applicant/Owner ($25.50) KEARNY
PLANNING BOARD
TOWN HALL ANNEX – 410 KEARNY AVENUE
KEARNY, NEW JERSEY 07032
Phone:201-955-7880, ext. 3012
Fax: 201-998-5171
www.kearnynj.org
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
That LIANA INVESTMENTS LLC has appealed to the Kearny Planning Board 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: 38.4.2(c), 38-5.8(b), 38-7.9(e)(1)(b), 38-7.9(e) (1)(e), Amended Passaic Avenue Redevelopment Plan and any other variances and waivers deemed necessary by the Board at the time of hearing
To Permit: Construction of a four-story multi-family dwelling with twenty-one (21) total units made up of twelve (12) one bedroom nine (9) two-bedroom units. In addition applicant proposes site improvements consisting of a parking garage, exterior parking spaces, curbs, sidewalks, fencing, utilities, lighting, and landscaping , On the premises located at 24 Johnston Avenue, Block 2 , Lot 2, as shown on the Town Tax Map. This appeal is now on the Board’s calendar and a public hearing has been ordered for WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST, 2026 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 of Kearny, Town Hall Annex, 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032.
Respectfully, LIANA INVESTMENTS, LLC Applicant/Owner ($25.50)
EMPLOYMENT/HELP WANTED
Job Opening
Building Subcode Official / Building Inspector
Under direction of the Construction Official, has the subordinate administrative responsibility for administering the Building Subcode of the NJ State Uniform Construction Code, and inspects all buildings and construction projects to ensure that compliance with plans and specifications is achieved; does other related duties as needed. Applicants must possess a valid license as an HHS Building Subcode Official issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, wwwas well as a valid NJ driver’s license. Full job description can be found at https://info.csc.state. nj.us/jobspec/05048.htm Starting Salary $87,394. Full-time position, 35 hours per week, with full benefits package and PERS pension. Applications can be downloaded at https://www.kearnynj.org/ jobopportunities/Applications and resumes must be submitted to the Personnel Department at 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032.
The Town of Kearny is an equal opportunity employer
DRIVER needed for Newark based wholesale seafood company No CDL required. Must have current NJ Driver license Please Call 973-623-8989 05W03
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Part Time Bookkeeper
EMPLOYMENT/HELP WANTED
KEARNY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Seeking qualified applicant to perform fire inspections and code enforcement activities. Must possess a current NJ Fire Inspector License (Fire Official License accepted). Starting hourly rate: $33.00, up to 24 hours per week.
Full job description can be found at https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/06356.htm
Applications can be downloaded at https://www.kearnynj.org/job-opportunities/ Resumes and applications should be submitted to the Personnel Department, 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032.
Position will remain open until filled.
The Town of Kearny is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Kearny’s Schuyler School names May Students of the Month
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Job Opening:
Summer Lifeguard Town of Kearny is seeking Lifeguards for summer open swim program. Valid Lifeguard training and CPR certification required. The program runs from June 23, 2026, through August 22,2026. $15 - $21/hr , 35 Hours per week, with mandatory Saturdays. Application can be downloaded at https://www.kearnynj.org/job-opportunities/. Applications and resumes must be submitted to the Personnel Department at 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032.
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alerie Iacono, Principal of Schuyler School in Kearny, has announced the May Students of the Month: Joshua Taveras Brisman, Noah Alves,Gianna Rose Vasquez Dugarte, Zayn Zahidi, Lucca QuezadaGalvez, Jose Ferreira Valim, Nayel Khan, Jeirelyn De Los Santos, Rebeca Chullo Macavilca, Zoey Pereira, Theodore Garcia, Sebastian Dotel, Miguel Silva, Amaya Padilla, Santiago Anticona, Olivia Leadbeater, Liam McNally, Anabelle Garcia Cleto, Freya Hollowell, Isabella Gomes Espinosa, Owen Bayer, Olivia McNally, Sophia Lepore, Africa Acevedo Taboada, Andrew Real-Tice, Hannah Cosmeus, Rebecca Fernades, Ozan Kirca, Millie Jo Buchanan, Ethan Solis, Rowell De Los Santos Peguero, Pahola Delgado Barranco, Aiden Varilias, Victor Garcia, Lorena Alcantara Gama, Mariah Singleton, Alianny Lora, Emmanuel Vargas-Lorenzo, Eloa Santos De Almeida and Hailey Osorio.
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she devoted her life to her children, grandchildren, family and friends. Known affectionately as “Aunt Angie,” she was beloved not only by her family, but also by their friends, neighbors and countless others who came to know her over the years. She had a remarkable gift for making people feel welcome and treating them like family. Those relationships meant the world to her.
An exceptional cook, Angie was always searching for a new recipe and found great joy in preparing meals to share with others. Her kitchen was the heart of her home, and feeding the people she loved was one of the many ways she expressed her affection. She was certain to make sure no one left the table hungry.
One of the constants in Angie’s life was Sunday dinner. Following New York Giants home games, her home would fill with family and friends for a homecooked meal, highly spirited conversation and plenty of laughter. For decades, WFAN sports radio provided the soundtrack to her days, and she followed New York sports with enthusiasm. She was known for her quick wit, strong
opinions, and colorful language, all of which endeared her to those who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her three beloved children, Douglas Scot Robertson (Elizabeth) of Clifton Park, New York; Heather Elizabeth Robertson of Bay Head; and Megan Anne Fairfield (Schuyler) of Küsnacht, Switzerland; her cherished grandchildren, Sabrina and Alec Fairfield, many treasured nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her dear husband Donald Robertson, and her siblings, Carl Sciortino, Anthony Sciortino, Murph Sciortino, Josephine Shea, Gloria Russamanno and Frances Costa.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bay Head Yacht Club Foundation in honor of Angie’s memory.
Though small in stature, Angie left an enormous mark on the lives of those around her. She will be remembered for her fierce devotion to family, generous spirit, unforgettable personality, and extraordinary ability to bring people together. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
17 seniors get college degree before HS diploma
eventeen Kearny High School seniors recently graduated from the Kearny High School Early College Academy. These students spent four years simultaneously taking their required classes at KHS and college courses at Hudson County Community College, completing 60 credits and earning their associate degrees in liberal arts — a month before being awarded high school diplomas.
-Rami Alrabaa
