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Entire project will be the work of Harrison residents & placed on Rec Center By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com

esidents from across Harrison and beyond were busy painting a mural last week that, when finished, will be placed on the town’s recreation center and that will measure 60 feet long by 15 feet high. The mural will be made up from 30 separate panels that will be fused together — and is expected to have more than 70 different paint colors. So how did this all come together? Well, Gabby Simoes, the town’s chief financial officer, first saw a similar mural some time ago in the magazine published by the New Jersey League of Municipalities. It was there she saw a mural that was created in downtown Newton along Spring Street. She thought it looked great there and something similar would be a great addition for Harrison.

“A couple of years ago, we saw the mural in Newton and we fell in love with it,” Simoes said. “The governing body always wanted to do something like this that was timestamped to incorporate our history. We knew we had the community center. We put capital money aside for the community center and got grant funding for repairs. And so we had some money aside and thought this was the perfect time to do this.” So Simoes and Town Clerk Paul Zarbetski brought the concept and idea to Mayor James A. Fife and the Harrison Town Council and they decided the best course of action was to open up the project to town residents, organizations, elected officials, employees and others so a large number of people,

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 2026 In November 1999, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was in terrible shock, but I knew I had to remain calm for my children. My health was always very well and I didn’t have a family history of this disease. I am very grateful because I had tremendous support from my mother, sisters, family, friends. My husband’s love was unconditional and my children were my greatest supporters. For about three years after my diagnosis, I had been wondering how to help other survivors. Twenty years ago for the first time in Kearny, we kicked off the “Tie a Ribbon” campaign, thanks to our Mayor Alberto G. Santos and councilmembers, Deb Belfatto, the former Executive Director of the Susan G. Komen North Jersey affiliate, Lisa Feorenzo of The Observer, Rosemary Dressler (former volunteer director of West Hudson Hospital), survivors, volunteers and family. The program was taken over three years ago by Kearny’s Ava DeCastro Lawdanski, who has expanded it to include mobile mammographies in Kearny and elsewhere and much more. As a breast cancer survivor, I learned keeping a positive attitude is a way to overcome any challenge. I use affirmations and uplifting messages every day, and of course, I am still dancing. Remember: “Life isn’t about what happens to you — it’s about how you handle what happens.” — Emma Quintana/Kearny

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United Irish Shamrocktober event upcoming The United Irish hosts its annual Shamrocktober event Sunday, Oct. 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Scots American Club. Attendees will get a chance to meet the 2027 St. Patrick’s Day Parade honorees: Grand Marshal Bill Sweeney and Deputy Grand Marshals Audra Murray and Laurie Ann Keim. A $30 donation includes light refreshments and live music. Town of Harrison offering residents flu shots The Town of Harrison is offering flu shots for town residents only. All shots will be given out at the Harrison Community Center, 401 Warren St. Residents 65 and older will be seen from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Oct. 8. Residents 18 to 64 will be seen from 6 to 7 p.m., Oct. 14 and again from 10 to 11 a.m., Oct. 28. Appointments are not needed. Photo ID with proof of residency is required. Those attending are asked to wear a short-sleeve shirt. 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 Oct. 28, Nov. 10 and Dec. 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 adultcare 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. First Presbyterian hosting blood drive The First Presbyterian Church of Arlington hosts a blood drive Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 663 Kearny Ave. Appointments are encouraged though walk-ins are welcome. To register, visit tinyurl.com/WestHudsonBloodDrive11-7 KPSUE hosting yard sale fundraiser The Kearny Public School Uniform Exchange hosts its inaugural yard sale fundraiser Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. at the Girl Scout House, 635 Kearny Ave. The exchange is accepting donations for the sale and will host a drop-off Oct. 17 from noon to 2 p.m. Pledge donations by sending an email to Jenny Paz at info@kpsue.org.

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Guy hires Hudson’s first-ever Inspector General “I am truly honored to be considered to serve as the Hudson County Inspector General,” Grace said. “I have dedicated the majority of my career to investigative work aimed at improving the community, and I

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udson County Executive Craig Guy has tapped former federal Prosecutor Desiree Grace, Esq., to lead Hudson County’s first-ever Office of Inspector General. In July, Guy proposed an ordinance to the Hudson County Board of Commissioners establishing the Office of the Inspector General. The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the ordinance in August. “Desiree Grace’s credentials are impeccable and I have no doubt she will lead the Office of Inspector General with integrity and independence,” Guy said. “My administration prioritizes transparency and accountability and the Office of Inspector General will serve as a watchdog ensuring Hudson County taxpayer dollars are not wasted or misspent.” Hudson County Counsel Alberico De Pierro emphatically recommended Grace following a thorough and extensive selection process. “Desiree was one of numerous candidates vetted and it became resoundingly clear that she was the perfect candidate for the office. Her career in safeguarding the taxpayers

HUDSON COUNTY welcome the opportunity to use that skill set to serve Hudson County in this new initiative.”

Grace’s appointment was announced at the Sept. 22, 2026, Board of County Commissioners caucus. The commissioners ratified her contract at a meeting Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026.

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Continued from Page 1 once the project is finished, would be able to say they had a hand in creating such a massive, hometown work of art. And, since artist Caren Frost Olmsted was the creator and driving force behind the Newton project — a highly successful project, at that — she

was contracted to coordinate Harrison’s mural as well. Last week, scores of Harrisonians came to the Harrison Recreation Center, where they were all able to paint the mural, which had originally been traced by hand using pencil. The rest, as they say, is history. How it all came together Anne-Marie Zarbetski, a Harrison schoolteacher,

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along with Paul, Gabby and others decided it was critically important to incorporate into the mural historical elements of Harrison that stood out for each person involved. And so, though they are no longer in operation, the town’s old bowling alley, movie theater, ice-skating rink, Kennedy/Rodgers Stadium and more will be found on the mural. Councilman James P. Doran also provided guidance for the

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Zarbetskis and Simoes, who went back and forth with Frost Olmsted. For Olmsted, the artist, it was a labor of love. “What I take great pride in as that once it’s complete, so many people will have had a hand in this project,” she said. “There will be such great pride in ownership because it’s their mural, not mine, it’s theirs — and it’s such a special mural. I am so happy to see so many people here today.” Zarbetski says it wasn’t just the day when The Observer came for a visit that people were at the rec center painting. In fact, over the course of several days, the town’s DPW employees and players from the Harrison boys’ varsity soccer team were among many who came to do their part and leave their stamps. “It was a tremendous showing and they spent hours doing this,” Zarbetski said. “And the kids — it was nice to see them off their phones, chatting, not reading their screens, enjoying each other’s company,” Simoes said. And, of course, some of the most famous Harrisonians will

find their way onto the mural, most notably, the longtime former Mayor Frank E. Rodgers as well as several former prominent athletes. What’s next? Once the painting is complete, Frost Olmsted will haul back all of the individual panels — again, there are 30 in all — back to her studio. The panels will be placed together there and it will take a month or two for everything to “cure.” The hope is that once it begins to warm up again, come May, the finished product can be installed — that will take about a week to complete. And by June — a grand reveal. “Everything, really, from the shape of the hexagons which you’ll see (pointing to Harrison’s history as being a beehive of industry) to the story in it all has a hand in the history,” Simoes said. “And look, and you can have a million things in there, and everyone’s gonna have a different opinion, so we tried to get as general, but yet as detailed as possible. And I think we succeeded at that.”

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KPD: Man with checkered history arrested after self-barricading additional gunshot.

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No civilian or officers were injured.

man known to have had previous police interactions — barricading himself into his home — was at it again last week, but fortunately, no one was hurt, Det. Lt. Michal Gontarczuk, the Kearny Police Department’s public information officer, told The Observer.

Units secured the area, established a perimeter and initiated negotiations with the suspect. After a period of time, Thomas J. Romano, 57, of Kearny, who was the subject of an unrelated arrest warrant, surrendered to police. The perimeter remained in place for some time and the investigation was ongoing after Romano was taken into custody.

According to Gontarczuk: At approximately 9:16 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, Kearny police units were dispatched by 911 to a residence on Webster Avenue, following a report of shots having been fired. As officers took positions near the residence, police say they heard an

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ollowing a rough 2025 and a drop to the Super Essex Conference’s Independence Division, Belleville boys soccer coach Joseph Pontoriero decided to break this regular season into two parts. The first part was built around building back the confidence after going 5-13-1, taking aim at a division title and racking up victories. The second part was focused on challenging this group, ramping up the schedule and making sure it knew where it stood and what needed to be done in order to have a good showing in the upcoming Essex County and state tournaments. With a 6-2-2 record through the first five weeks of the season, part one was a success, one that culminated with a 3-0 victory over East Orange on Wednesday that clinched the Independence Division title. Now comes the second part, a schedule this week that includes matchups with local rivals Bloomfield and Nutley followed by an Oct. 14 matchup against a West Orange team ranked second in the state by NJ.com. “I told them listen, you can play what you can play (in the division) and that’s it. We’re going to set it up so we get the confidence, we lock up what we have to and we do our job. And they did that, they did a great job,” said Pontoriero.

“Then in October they know we’re going to ramp up and we’re going to have to really, really step up our game. And I think they’re ready.” A big part of the resurgence this fall is thanks to the return of two standouts, who played for MLS Next instead of high school soccer a year ago. One of those returnees is junior striker Leo Vergara, who has reestablished himself and one of the area’s best attacking players, scoring 13 goals and having three hat tricks this season. “Losing him last year was huge,” Pontoriero said. “You can put him up there and if he’s in the box, you have to be careful because he can find the back of the net in a second.” Joining Vergara up top is junior Santiago Flores, who has six goals and two assists, while not facing the double teams he often faced a year ago with Vergara gone. Setting Vergara and Flores up is another returner from MLS Next in senior center midfielder Michael Rivera. Rivera, who has three goals and six assists, is someone who can do a little bit of everything out there despite often being one of the shortest players on the pitch. “He’s the guy that we run through,” Pontoriero said. “If he was taller, I think he’d be one of the better players in the state. But he’s so fast that it’s like he plays like he’s bigger because you can’t get the ball off his foot because of how fast he is.”

Flanking Rivera on the outside are sophomore Javier Guaman on the right side while seniors Ronald Garzon and Luis Garcia and junior Jacobo Buenano are all seeing time on the left. Freshman Christopher Carino-Sila has also seen notable time both in the center and on the outside. Buenano and Cesar Diaz are the main holding midfielders, though Rivera will see time there as well. Defensively, Belleville often employs a diamond formation with a stopper and sweeper. Senior Kevin Escobar, who previously started as a center midfielder, has emerged as the sweeper after moving back there earlier due to other injuries. Sophomore Austin Winter has been the primary stopper, with Diaz also someone who sees time there. The outside backs have been a mix and match with seniors Alex Pesantes and Cody Ferrerya, and talented freshman Axel Alcantara seeing the bulk of the time. Junior Adrian Ayaso also sees extensive time on the defensive side of the ball. Senior Nicolas Lopez, Michael Capasso and Justin Valenzuela, juniors Jayden Acuna and Jacob Toledo, and sophomores Dylan Orozco, Kenni Fonseca, Jake Ortiz, Carlos Villalba and Christian Torres are also vying for minutes in the field. Starting in goal is four-year starter Nicolas Cooper, who posted back-toback shutouts last week and junior

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I told them listen, you can play what you can play (in the division) and that’s it. We’re going to set it up so we get the confidence, we lock up what we have to and we do our job. And they did that, they did a great job — Head coach Joe Pontoriero

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Leonardo Gomez is the backup. The Essex County Tournament will be seeded this week and while the Bucs won’t be seeded high, they know it will be a prime chance to reestablish itself as a legitimate team within the county. “I think this group can really compete in October and in the state tournament and really represent what Belleville’s about,” said Pontoriero. “I think the players are at the point where they’re realizing that we took care of business, we did what we had to do. We did what was expected of us and it’s time to just shock some people.”

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After rough start, Kearny girls volleyball begins to find its stride By Jason Bernstein

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or Vicky Zicopoulos and the Kearny girls volleyball team, it sure seemed like everything that could go wrong did during the first few weeks as illness and injuries left the Kardinals short-handed and in a four-game tailspin. And while Kearny isn’t at 100-percent yet, things are finally starting to fall into place as the Hudson County Tourna-

ment approaches. Thanks to consecutive wins over Ferris, Dickinson and Snyder, the Kardinals find themselves back over .500 at 7-6 and to 4-6 in what has been an incredibly balanced HCIAL American Division. “We were missing a starter almost every game and it was just getting very frustrating,” said Zicopoulos, who estimates she’s had her full starting lineup

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Stephen McCourt Stephen McCourt, 65, died Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026 at home. Family and friends visited at the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A funeral began in the funeral home.

Mass was celebrated at St. Cecilia R.C. Church, Kearny. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.thiele-reid. com. Born in Dunbartonshire, Scotland, Stephen immigrated to

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the United Sates with his family at age 5 and settled in Kearny. He was employed by the Archdioceses of Newark, Catholic Cemeteries at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah for nine years before retiring. Prior, he was a laborer for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 825, Springfield. Mr. McCourt is survived by his wife, Barbara (Seeley) McCourt; three children, Karly (Christopher Duncan), Jillian (Owen Nee) and Ian McCourt; two brothers, Harry McCourt and Robert McCourt (Erika Rigby McCourt) and one sister, Jackie Rafferty (late Jim Rafferty). He is also survived by his sister-in-law Christina Tighe (Desmond Tighe), brother-inlaw David Garrison and many nieces and nephews. He was the grandfather of Isla and Mia. He was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Elizabeth (Ainslie) McCourt. Stephen was a lover of rock and roll, soccer and a Minnesota Vikings football fan. He had a great sense of humor and was always known for cracking jokes. The most important thing to Stephen was his three children who he loved dearly.

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Marlene Robinson Marlene Robinson (nee Foertsch) died at home Oct. 2, 2026. She was 86. Visiting will be Wednesday, Oct. 7 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Her service will be at 7 p.m. Family and friends may meet again at the funeral home Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. and we will leave for Glendale Cemetery at 10 a.m. Marlene was the wife of the late Harvey and mother of Steven Robinson (Julie Murtha) and Karen Hinchey (David). Sister of the late Theresa Huhn, she is also survived by her grandchildren David, Christine, Stacey and Jessica along with her greatgrandchildren Chelsea, Kaila, Madison, Alexis and Trevor. Marlene cherished her membership with the Harrison Congregation of the Jehovah Witness. They met in Lyndhurst. Her late husband Harvey owned and ran Harvey’s Refrigeration. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Kathleen A. Shardlow Kathleen A. Shardlow Kathleen A. Shardlow, 80, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026. Relatives and friends are invited to visit at the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, 585 Belgrove Drive, Kearny, on Wednesday morning, Oct. 7 beginning at 8:45 a.m. then to Holy Cross R.C. Church, Harrison, where a 10 a.m. funeral Mass will be celebrated. Cremation will be private. Born in Newark, Miss, Shardlow was a lifelong resident of Harrison. She was a graduate of St. Cecilia High School in Kearny and Immaculate Conception School of Theology at Seton Hall University in South Orange. She served as RCIA Coordinator at Holy Cross Church and was also a lector. Kathleen was a human resources manager at Prudential Financial in Newark for 31 years before retiring. She was predeceased by her parents, Russel J. and Minerva M.(Micchelli) Shardlow and one brother, Russell J. Shardlow. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Holy Cross Church in Kathleen’s memory would be appreciated.

udson County Executive Craig Guy applauded Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and the Town of Kearny’s filing of a lawsuit against heliport operator Helo Holdings Inc. (HHI) in the Chancery Division of New Jersey Superior Court. HHI is in South Kearny town. In June, Guy and the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners entered into a sharedservices agreement to support coordinated legal action and the sharing of legal expenses aimed at addressing and curbing the impacts of incessant tourist helicopters flying over Hudson County municipalities. “For years, Hudson County has been inundated with the relentless whirring of helicopters flying low over our communities, creating excessive noise and safety concerns for our residents. With the filing of this lawsuit, we will fight to ensure that the heliport operator is held accountable for its actions,” Guy said. “Government works best when the County partners with our municipalities to work on behalf of our residents

and we will keep fighting to ensure that HHI abides by agreements it previously made.” The county filed papers with the court asking to be included as an interested party in the legal proceedings. This will give the county the ability to file legal briefs and certifications in support of Kearny’s suit. It is expected Jersey City, Hoboken, Bayonne and Union City will make similar applications to the court. “The Town of Kearny is happy to take the lead in filing this lawsuit,” Doyle said. “Kearny residents, and all those living across Hudson County, deserve a high quality of life and this lawsuit will ensure the lives of our residents will not be harassed by constant helicopter flights.” U.S. Rep. Rob Menendez, meanwhile, praised the move. “I commend County Executive Guy and our cities for holding HHI accountable,” Menendez, D-8, said. “Since coming to Congress, I’ve fought to stop these dangerous, nonessential helicopter flights, and we won’t stop until our communities get the peace and safety they deserve.”

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f you’ve lived in Kearny or Lyndhurst for any part of the last 32 years, one name that has become synonymous with successful real-estate ventures is Fernando Semiao’s. In fact, driving along the Kearny Avenue/Ridge Road corridor during that timeframe, you’d see his two offices within a few miles of each other — one in Kearny, the other in Lyndhurst. And as successful as Century 21 Semiao & Associates has been since 1993 when he opened the Kearny office, (he’s been a realtor since 1989) Semiao himself has always looked to do more. And now, he is — in a big way. Century 21 Semiao & Associates, Century 21 Christel Realty and Century 21 Gemini have merged operations to form Century 21 Venture Real Estate, a unified brokerage serving Bergen, Hudson, Passaic, Essex, Morris and Sussex counties — home to nearly 40% of New Jersey’s total population and one of the most competitive real estate corridors in the country. The merger brings together veteran real estate leaders with decades of combined experience, creating a seamless North Jersey operation purpose-built for the scale and complexity of the region. Spanning nine offices across six counties, the newly combined brokerage brings together more than 350 independent agents who collectively speak 27 languages — a reflection of the region’s rich diversity and the varied expertise each legacy firm contributes. Century 21 Semiao & Associates’ deep commercial roots, Century 21 Christel Realty’s established corporate relocation practice and Century 21 Gemini’s government relocation in addition to

their combined expertise in residential real estate now operate under a single banner, creating a breadth of specialization rarely seen in a regional brokerage. Century 21 Semiao broker/owner Fernando Semiao and Century 21 Christel Realty Broker/ Owner Peter Skolsky will serve as the principal owners of Century 21 Venture Real Estate, while Century 21 Gemini broker/owner Louis Batelli will serve as Office Supervisor of the company’s Wayne office. Semaio will remain broker of record for the entire organization. As an additional bonus, Semiao has also merged with Kearny native and longtime realtor Alex Jesus, formerly of Exit Golden Realty. With that, Jesus brings his well-established and respect real-estate school, which will continue to train the next generation of real-estate agents. Meanwhile, Century 21 Christel Realty has been affiliated with the Century 21 brand since 1974, Century 21 Gemini since 1975 and Century 21 Semiao & Associates since 1993. “The depth of our combined experience in Northern New Jersey real estate and our collective tenure with the most recognized name in real estate creates an incredible springboard for future growth, expansion and success,” Semiao said. “Peter, Louis and I are incredibly excited at the opportunity this merger presents to be the leading real estate brokerage in the state’s most populous region.” HOW IT ALL CAME TO FRUITION “I got together with Pete Skolsky because of our relationship with the broker council. We’ve been working together for 25 years and talked about buying two companies, and even splitting up the

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CENTURY 21 Semiao & Associates forms new company: Century 21 Venture Real Estate Fernando Semiao forges alliance with 2 well-established Century 21 agencies

two offices,” Semiao said. “He would take one, I would take the other. And I’d end up with five, and he would end up with four. But we ended up buying it together, and then we talked about, wouldn’t it be great for all of us to get together, me, the new offices, and his offices, the three he had, all including Parsippany, Hamburg, Montclair, Wayne,

Hasbrouck Heights, Secaucus, Lyndhurst, Kearny and Rockaway, with Lyndhurst being the regional office. And those talks started, and it took six months, but we came to an accord that we could save money by getting together our bookkeepers and our back offices and front offices. You don’t need four of each anymore. Now you need two.”

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Semiao will remain broker of record for all the branches. And now with this greater reach, office-wise,the new company represents even more than meets the eye. “We handle about 10 counties because our MLS’s reach, so we’ve got you covered, and this is really good and a win for everybody,” Semiao said.

“Right now, the economy, as a whole, is lackluster. Inventory is little, prices are high. While other agencies are losing offices every month, we’re growing.” Meanwhile, the new company instantly becomes one of the largest in New Jersey’s real-estate market, something that has brought Semiao immense pride. A GREAT GROUP OF NEW PARTNERS With the new company former, Semiao says he’s excited to be able to work with the great professionals he’s known for a long time. Both took time to discuss what they bring to the new organization. “With greater synergies and increased efficiencies at the brokerage level, we will be able to focus on supporting our agents in deepening their presence across all six counties and increasing engagement with clients at every stage of their homeownership journey,” Skolsky said. “From Hudson County to the Pennsylvania border, we cover the full breadth of what Northern New Jersey has to offer — and our expertise in serving clients through every life stage, from a first home purchase to corporate relocation to retirement, means we’re with them for the long haul.” “Bringing together this unrivaled roster of real estate agents gives us a strong competitive edge as we benefit from the increased collaboration across a significantly larger network of agents,” Batelli said. “When you work with a Century 21 Venture Real Estate agent, you are backed by the wealth of experience and expertise of 350 professionals who bring to the table a wide variety of specialized skills that can meet the specific real estate needs of each and every client.” Leveraging the Century 21 brand’s robust suite

11 of business-building tools, agents affiliated with the new joint brokerage will have access to stateof-the-art technology and an international network to complement their community connections and local market knowledge. “I have had the privilege of watching Fernando, Peter and Louis build something truly special in their individual markets over the years — a shared commitment to their agents, their clients and their communities that is rare at any scale,” Mike Miedler, president and CEO of Century 21 Real Estate LLC, said. “What they are creating together with Century 21 Venture Real Estate is more than a merger. “It is a blueprint for what the future of real estate looks like in one of the most vibrant and complex markets in the country. For agents, it means access to a broader network, deeper resources and a platform to grow in ways that simply were not possible before. For consumers across Northern New Jersey, it means working with professionals who combine local expertise and personal relationships with the full power of the Century 21 brand behind them. I could not be more excited about what comes next.” Meanwhile, Century 21 Venture Real Estate is looking for motivated and ambitious independent sales professionals to join their growing real estate company. Whether exploring a new professional opportunity or looking to elevate a long-lasting real estate business, new faces are welcome. For those looking to buy or sell a home in the Northern New Jersey area, visit C21VentureRealEstate.com to learn more. There, you’ll find information about all of the company’s locations, a roster of agents and so much more.

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Assistant Public Works Superintendent The Town of Kearny is seeking an Assistant Public Works Superintendent to assist in the administration and supervision of the Department of Public Works. The successful candidate will assist in planning and coordinating the construction, maintenance, and repair of public works facilities; supervising personnel and work assignments; preparing budgets and specifications; and ensuring safe and efficient department operations. Full job description available at https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/00671.htm. Requirements: • Four (4) years of supervisory experience in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sewer, water, sanitation, or other public works facilities, or in similar heavy construction and maintenance work. College-level engineering coursework at an accredited college or university may substitute for up to two (2) years of experience, with thirty (30) semester-hour credits equivalent to one (1) year of experience. • Certified Public Works Manager (CPWM) certification. • Valid driver’s license recognized in New Jersey. • Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), or willingness to obtain one within the first year of employment. • Availability for emergency work, including road damage, snow, wind and ice storms, floods, and other emergencies, as directed by the Superintendent. The successful candidate will have an excellent opportunity to advance to Public Works Superintendent within the first year of employment. This position is Full-time, 40 hours a week, with PERS pension and Medical and Dental benefit package. Salary range is $86,115 – $96,700, negotiable based on experience. Application available at www.kearnynj.org/job-opportunities. Applications and resumes must be submitted by October 17, 2026, to the Department of Public Works, 357 Bergen Ave., Kearny, NJ 07032. The Town of Kearny is an equal opportunity employer. 20W04

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Kearny - $1,250,000 Mixed Use Business Residential Unit Well-established Mediterranean restaurant and commercial property , turnkey opportunity. Fully equipped kitchen, dining room for approximately 60 guests, bar w /h liquor license.Three-car garage, driveway for 10+ vehicles 2nd floor -updated 3-bedroom apartment. Located in the center of town, this is a rare opportunity to own both the business and the real estate.

Kearny - $568,838 1 Family Home Charming colonial offering ample living space, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, driveway, partially finished basement. Many possibilities for living space, located in a quiet block, w/ central location close to commuting options , shopping, restaurants, schools and much more.

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Kearny $85,000 Delicatessen Well Established, beloved staple in Kearny- Named Business of the Year .- Fully equipped, new air conditioning system and refrigeration, turnkey business with a secured customer base- great potential for revenue- great opportunity to become a business owner.

NEW LISTING!

Kearny - $978,800 4 Family Home Unique Investment Opportunity! Don’t miss your chance to own this well-located four-family property in the heart of Kearny. Railroad-style apartments and a private, fenced-in backyard, offers strong rental appeal. Ideally situated within walking distance to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, it provides the convenience today’s tenants are looking for. If you’re expanding your portfolio or making your first multi-family investment, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!

NEW LISTING!

Kearny $696,838 New Construction Spacious 3-bedrm, 3-bath home featuring an open-concept living area, modern kitchen, and a private primary suite. Flexible ground-level multipurpose room is ideal for a home office, gym, or guest space. Zoned heating and cooling, 2-car driveway, and a commuter-friendly location with easy access to NYC transportation, bus routes, and the PATH.

Kearny $615,000 2 Family Home Immaculate, well-maintained two-family home featuring 2, two bedroom units with large kitchens on each floor. The spacious backyard offers a deck and swimming pool. Conveniently located near schools, major highways, and public transportation with easy access to NYC.

Harrison - $645,000 2 Family Home Great opportunity to own this two-family home in a commuter location! Each unit offers 2 bdrms and 1 full bath. Features include a garage, off-street parking, and separate living spaces.Located near the train station, shopping, schools, and major transportation routes. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants looking. Versatile multi-family property with endless possibilities!

Bloomfield SOLD FOR $510,000 1 Family Home Charming Cape Cod Style, offers 4 bdrms, 2 full baths, full bsmt , and built in one car garage. Expansive yard, prime location, excellent opportunity for home ownership.

Kearny SOLD FOR $495,000! 1 Family Home Colonial, Charming home located on a dead end, quiet desirable block, Roosevelt School Distric zoned . 4 Bdrms, 1.5 baths, foyer, living rm, dining rm, den. Great potential for customization.

Seaside Heights SOLD FOR $700,000! Ranch Style 2+ Blocks from beach, fantastic location, 2 bedrooms, enclosed porch, central air, Great opportunity for Jersey Shore living.

Kearny $978,800 1 Family Home Well-maintained ranch offering one-level living with additional finished space in the basement, renovated kitchen, spacious living/dining room, 3 bedrooms. High-ceiling finished with full bathroom & laundry area, one-car attached garage, driveway, and a beautiful backyard with a patio.

Kearny $525,000 1 Family Home Ranch Style, Beautifully maintained, 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, comfortable lvgrm & dining rm, fully finished bsmt. Oversized driveway & yard, detached garage, central air, close to many conveniences & commuting.

Kearny $550,000 1 Family Home Rare opportunity for home ownership. Ranch style home, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, dining room , living room, kitchen. Full basement w/ high ceilings offers versatility for added space, central air, attached garage, driveway. Located on a picturesque tree-lined street.

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N. Arlington - $1,900 NEW LUXURY RENTAL! - Luxury studio on the new and modern “The Bend” bldg. Open concept, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, laundry in unit, fitness center, recreation room, 1 designated parking space, NYC buses right at the door step.

Kearny $2,250 2nd & 3rd Floor Apt. 2 Bedrooms – Versatile, spacious 2 floors living, fully equipped kitchen, din/ living room, hardwood floors, minutes from Gunnel Oval and much more.

Kearny $1,800 1st Floor Apt. 2 Bedroom Well-maintained - located in a quiet residential neighborhood. Living rm, dining rm, beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen, updated full bathroom, laundry hookups in basement and use of the backyard.

Kearny $2,200 3rd Floor Apt. 3 Bedroom Expansive Unit in the heart of Kearny. Offers versatility & comfort w 3 bdrms, plus add bonus rm, living rm, large eik, closets, laundry hook ups in bsmt. Minutes from KHS, NYC transportation, shopping and much more.

Harrison $1,800 1 Bedroom - Ground floor- Renovated, rear unit apt, large bdrm w/ oversized closet, private patio, storage shed, minutes from Harrison PATH Station.

Belleville NEW RENTAL! 2nd Floor Apt. $2,050 Renovated, spacious apt w/ brand-new kitchen inc. new cabinetry and stove, gleaming hardwood floors, and a newly renovated bathroom, comfortable living rm, 2 generously sized bedrooms, plus versatile bonus room ideal for a walk-in closet, home office, or additional storage. Heat and hot water, 1 parking space included.

NEW RENTAL!

Lyndhurst $2,200 2 Bedrooms - 1st Floor Well-maintained unit, spacious living room, and an eat-in kitchen. Includes one assigned parking space and

use of the backyard. Conveniently

located near major highways, shopping, public transportation, and other local amenities. Option to lease furnished.

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Kearny NEW LUXURY RENTAL! $2,900 Luxury unit on 3rd floor of highly sought after Tulsi bldg., Modern,2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, laundry in unit, fitness center, recreation room, 1 designated parking space, prime location for commuting. NEW RENTAL!

Kearny - $875,000 2 Family Home Excellent investment opportunity. Spacious, first-floor unit ,2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen, full bath. Finished basement w/ full bath, laundry hookups, and plenty of storage space. Second-floor unit - 3 bedrooms, full bath, living room, dining room, laundry space. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants seeking additional rental income.

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Cream Ridge $849,000 1 Family Home Pride of Ownership. 3 bedroom beautifully maintained colonial. Spacious floor plan, formal dining room, grand foyer, family rm w fireplace, state of the art kitchen, expansive deck, oversized garage, paver patio, and plenty of green space.

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Kearny $2,900 2nd Floor Apt. 4 Bedrooms - Expansive, modern unit on new construction, featured main ensuite with full bath, plus an add. full bath, livingrm/ dining room combo, large kitchen, laundry in unit, designated parking space, central air , hardwood floors, lots of storage, excellent location.

NEW RENTAL!

Kearny $2,200 3rd Floor Apt. 3 Bedroom - Beautifully updated 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a bright eat-in kitchen. Hardwood floors throughout. Coin-operated laundry available in the basement. Conveniently located near major highways and public transportation, and just steps from downtown shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Kearny $3,500 6 Bedrooms– Large Duplex offering 3 floors of living space, large dining room, living room, kitchen, 1 full bath , two ½ baths. Located on a lovely street at highly sought after part of town.

Belleville COMMERCIAL 3 OFFICE SPACES (1) 750 SQ FT $2,000 (2) 1,300 SQ FT $3,500 Prime location on elevator building, easy access, parking, central air. Spaces available to suit various professional use.

NEW COMMERCIAL RENTAL Kearny - $5,000 Expansive business space featuring 2,106 SQ FT, 3 private offices, reception area, 1 bath, oversized storage space in bsmt, parking for up to 9 cars, high visibility and foot traffic.

NEW RENTAL!

Kearny $1,800 1st Floor Apt. 1 Bedroom - Renovated, modern unit, kitchen with new appliances, coined laundry in bldg, one parking spot included. Centrally located, seconds from NYC buses, shopping and dining. NEW RENTAL!

NEW RENTAL!

N. Arlington $4,000 COMMERCIAL RENTAL Versatile 1,300 SQ FT central location with excellent visibility and consistent foot and vehicle traffic. Big store front window, basement storage, parking.

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Kearny fall leaf pickup begins Nov. 2 By Kevin A. Canessa Jr.

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earny’s fall leaf program begins the week of Nov. 2, 2026. All residents must place leaves in biodegradable paper leaf bags and leave them at the curb for pickup. Residents may longer place leaves in the street on street sweeping day — this regulation has been in effect for several years now. There is also no longer a need to call to schedule a pickup of leaf bags, as they will be picked up from Nov. 2, 2026 to Jan. 8, 2027, weather permitting, in accordance with the following schedule: n Monday Zone 3 – Labeled green on zoning map. n Tuesday Zone 2 – Labeled red on zoning map. n Wednesday Zone 1 – Labeled blue on zoning map. n Thursday Zone 3 – Labeled green on zoning map. n Friday Zone 4 – Labeled yellow on zoning map. Leaf bags may be purchased Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 10 bags for $5 at the Kearny DPW, 357 Bergen Ave. Residents may also purchase biodegradable paper leaf bags from a retailer of their choice. Plastic bags of any kind will not be accepted for leaf disposable; bags must be biodegradable paper leaf bags. Please note — only leaves should be placed in leaf bags. Grass, twigs and any other yard waste must be disposed of with regular garbage pickup. For additional information, or to view zone maps, etc., visit www.kearnynj.org.

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Continued from Page 2 Nutley, sponsor a spooktacular tricky tray fundraiser Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 Chestnut St., Nutley. Doors open 6:30 p.m.; calling of prizes kicks off at 8 p.m. The majority of prizes are one level with a few exceptions. Admission is $30 per person and includes cake, coffee, a bottle of water and bag of snacks. You may bring your own food and/or additional snacks. Come in costume. The best costume wins a prize. Adults only. For reservations, call Linda at (973) 661-0090 or Maria at (973) 479-6234.

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Lyndhurst Knights hosting beefsteak to benefit children with cancer The Lyndhurst Knights of Columbus Council No. 2639 hosts its second annual Columbus Day Beefsteak/Tricky Tray Dinner fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 10, at 6:30 p.m., at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish Center, 146 Copeland Ave., Lyndhurst. Tickets are $60 per person and include beefsteak, ziti, dessert, hot and cold beverages and 10 prize chances. The council is teaming up with Giuseppe Maneiro’s family, who take care of Giuseppe, a 6-yearold who is battling B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Together, they are raising vital funds for the charities that have stood by Giuseppe’s side. To this end, at the beefsteak,

organizers will collect new, unopened toys to donate to the Child Life Program at local hospitals to replenish toys in their playrooms. Additionally, a portion of this year’s proceeds will be donated to the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund to help families fighting childhood cancer. To purchase tickets, visit www. linktr.ee/council2396 or call (551) 587-8402.

Red Cross still in need of blood donations The American Red Cross continues to urge donors of all blood types to act now and make an appointment to give blood or platelets amid the ongoing national blood crisis. Just three additional donors at every blood drive could help further stabilize the blood supply and ensure patients continue receiving lifesaving care.

Since issuing only the second blood crisis in Red Cross history in late July, thousands of generous donors have stepped up to help save lives. At the same time, the blood supply remains under severe pressure, just as many communities transition to back-to-school schedules and people enjoy final summer plans. When fewer donors are available to give, the impact on available lifesaving

blood products can be significant — especially when the blood supply is already facing a four-year summer low. Book an appointment to give blood now by using the Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling (800) 733-2767. Those who are unable to donate can still make an impact by encouraging eligible friends, family members and colleagues to give blood.

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