Antonio Moyano, principal of Roosevelt School in Kearny, announces the following students who have attained Principal’s honors, or honors for the first  marking period of the 2025-2026 school year. Principal’s Honors Grade 6 Aubrey Amenta , Manny Azanza-Mora, Aysha Bah, Miranda Bernaola, Kylee Carlen, Finn Corbett, Dalilah Dager, Michael Dinuzzo, Isadora Galiotto, Claudio Garcia, Calleigh Hassen,  Shane Maass, Manuela Machado Rocha, Jahir Maldonado,  Nicolette Martinez, Aldrian Xan Mendoza,  Sophia Murray-Dominguez, Luciana Olortegui Espinoza, Valery Pastorino, Emily Peldunas, Sophie Ponte Ponte, Noah Rodriguez, Nicholas Rodriguez Gamarra, Shawn Sullivan, Vitolucianno Velasquez, Vitor Venancio, Corinne Young…

Schuyler Avenue will be shut down from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dec. 3 to 5, between the Belleville Turnpike and Park Avenue for PSE&G repairs. Please plan accordingly and expect delays in and around the area.

The Lyndhurst Police Department’s participation in Goal Zero on Thanksgiving Eve paid major dividends with not just a drunken-driver being hauled off the streets, but also with the seizure of an illegal, imitation firearm, Capt. Paul F. Haggerty, the Lyndhurst PD’s public-information officer said. According to Haggerty: On Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 at approximately 2 a.m., Officer Michael A. Carrino was on patrol on the 300 block of Page Avenue. At that time, Officer Carrino observed a black Nissan SUV parked, idling on the eastbound curbline facing the wrong direction. Upon approaching the vehicle, Officer Carrino observed its driver and sole occupant, Milton Hernandez, slumped over in the driver seat asleep.

Maria Meola Maria Meola (Gambale), 79, died Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, at Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville. Visitation was at the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, Kearny. A funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Stephen’s R.C. Church, Kearny.  Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Born and raised in Castelfranci, Italy, Maria immigrated to the United States in 1958 and lived in Port Washington, Long Island, before moving to Kearny in 1972. Mrs. Meola was a member of the Italian American Club in Belleville. She is survived by her beloved husband, Vincent Meola; two children Angela Meola and Tony Meola and his wife, Colleen; and three grandchildren, Jonathan, Kylie and Aidan Meola.

As the head coach of the Kearny Generals Pee-Wee (8-9 year olds) and Junior (fifth and sixth grade) football teams for the past three seasons Omar Ruiz-Martinez has seen firsthand the steady progress and improvement that has occurred since the program was revived in 2023. “We really saw the progress from the first year,” said Ruiz-Martinez, who played for the Kearny Generals growing up before playing basketball and football at Kearny High School. “We always knew the progression was going to be there. What really killed us the first year was the lack of experience.

This past February, the North Arlington girls bowling team made history when it won its first ever sectional title. Now, as the Vikings return to the lanes for a new season, the fun that comes with success has carried over. “That’s what we’re preaching. That it’s awesome to win and they also have a lot of fun doing it,” head coach Paul Marcantuono said. “I think they have a lot of fun and they really enjoy the sport and each other’s company. Winning a state sectional championship was awesome. I think they bonded with that.

While the members of Paisley Academy’s 2014 (U12) girls soccer team are still in the early stages of their soccer career, it’s a group that has enjoyed nothing but winning in their time together. Now, the girls of Paisley get to test themselves against some of the country’s best. In a couple of weeks, the Kearny-based Paisley Academy is off to Tampa, Florida as one of 12 teams to compete in the 2025 Electrolit USL Youth U12 Finals that goes from Dec. 11-15. The 12U level teams play 9-on-9 before moving to 11-on-11 starting next year.

Nutley’s Holiday Christmas Tree Lighting and Hanukkah Celebration is set for Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Municipal Plaza, 1 Kennedy Drive. Chestnut Street and Franklin Avenue will also be closed off for the festivities. Families may look forward to Santa’s return, complete with his reindeer and elves. Photos with Santa will be available in an outdoor heated tent. Musical entertainment for the evening will include performances by the Chamber Singers and Brass Ensemble. A message from Mayor John V. Kelly III, who is currently on deployment in Iraq, will make this year’s event extra meaningful.

North Arlington is joining law enforcement agencies across New Jersey in the first coordinated statewide enforcement operation under the Goal Zero campaign, taking on Thanksgiving Eve, commonly known as “Blackout Wednesday” or “Drinksgiving.” From 3 to 7 p.m., Nov. 26, North Arlington officers will conduct high-visibility patrols on the borough’s highest-risk roads, reinforcing a shared statewide commitment to safer driving and preventing impaired-related crashes. Mayor Daniel H. Pronti, himself a retired police sergeant, said North Arlington’s participation reflects the borough’s long-standing dedication to responsible road safety. “North Arlington takes this responsibility seriously,” Pronti said.

The Lyndhurst Police Department has arrested a Jersey City man they say is alleged to have stolen nearly $7K using a Costco credit card via ID theft, Capt. Paul Haggerty, of the Lyndhurst Police Department, said. On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025 at approximately 4 p.m., Officer Michael D’Alessandro took a report from a local resident, a victim of identity theft and credit card fraud, who reported on approximately July 31, 2025, the victim received a Costco credit card. Upon the victim returning to the Costco in Clifton to return items recently purchased, the victim was made aware of fraudulent activity to the account totaling approximately $6,900 in  fraudulent charges.

Wreaths Across America Day, when millions of wreaths will be set upon the graves of veterans nationwide, is set for Saturday, Dec. 13. The Belleville Historical Society sponsors a ceremony at St Peter Church Cemetery, 155 William St., Belleville, at noon and a second ceremony in the veterans circle at Glendale Cemetery, 28 Hoover Ave., Belleville. Wreaths may be sponsored for $17 by visiting www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. The purchase deadline is Dec. 1. Call Michael Perrone at (201) 687-1431 for more information.

Carlos John Carlos John of Harrison died Nov. 10, 2025. He was 70. Visiting was at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. a Carlos was a retired machine operator from Keystone in Newark. He loved to travel, read and fish. He was a loving father, grandfather and father-in-law. He had a great sense of humor and adored his wife of 49 years. The beloved husband of Gladys (nee Galvez), he was the cherished son of Rosaline and the-late Carlos. Loving father of Carlos John, Robert Henry (his wife Cherrie), Shirley John and the late Jully John.

With one of the most explosive offenses in the state, it never felt like Harrison was ever out of a game, even if it found itself trailing late. After seemingly finding a way to overcome any and all challenges thrown its way, Friday night’s North 2, Group 2 final presented one the Blue Tide were unable to conquer. Facing a Madison team ranked No. 8 in the state, Harrison was unable to crack a stellar Dodgers defense as Madison scored two second half goals to earn a 3-1 victory and end Harrison’s season with a 20-4-1 record.

Roslyn Almodovar’s record chase came down to one final kick, a 35-plus yard free kick late in her last high school girls soccer game. As Almodovar lined up for the kick, her ankle still hurting from an injury suffered earlier in the month, she was unsure if she had the strength to put the shot on net. It turned out Belleville’s star midfielder had one last bit of brilliance in her high school career. The right-footed shot sailed beyond the reach of the goalkeeper and under the crossbar to give Almodovar her 67th career goal.

The players of the Lyndhurst Jr. Football Senior team have experienced a lot of success throughout their youth football careers, including a Meadowlands Football League Pee Wees championship in 2020. Now, after a rare down season last year, many of those same players have come back together for one more season together. One that is on the verge of ending with a championship. After defeating Rutherford 19-6 this past Saturday to win the MFL Southern Division playoffs, Lyndhurst is heading to the MFL Senior Super Bowl for the first time since 2021.

‘Tis once again the season to celebrate at the annual Kearny Tree Lighting Festival Thursday, Dec. 4 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Kearny Town Hall. Hometown Concert The evening begins on the steps of Town Hall with a concert featuring local performers of all ages, including the Kearny High School Ensemble, Kearny High School K-Birds, Kearny Sixth-Grade Chorus, West Hudson Arts & Theater Company Carolers, the Next Step School of Dance, Hudson Arts & Sciences Choral Group, Visions Dance Studio, the Great Learning Center, Ritmo Latino Dance Studio, and KAM Dance Academy among others.

The Kearny Police Honor Guard was on hand for the arrival of the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 mobile exhibit in Kearny earlier this week. Seen here are, from left, Det. Angel Baez, Sgt. Mathew Lopez, Det. Christopher Montes and EMT and Sept. 11 docent Marty Nystrom. This is the second year the display has been in Kearny. However, it is not open to the public.

Law enforcement agencies across the state will unite Thanksgiving Eve, also known as “Blackout Wednesday,” for the first coordinated statewide enforcement operation under the Goal Zero campaign, the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police (NJSACOP) says. This enhanced enforcement on Nov. 26 turns a successful local program into a comprehensive statewide traffic safety effort aligned with New Jersey’s Strategic Highway Safety Plan and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe System Approach. Goal Zero promotes a shared commitment to Zero Deaths, Zero Injuries, Zero Crashes on New Jersey’s roads.

The Borough of North Arlington's annual Santa Claus parade and food drive is set for Saturday, Nov. 29, starting at 9 a.m. Click here for all details, including the entire route Santa will take.

Forgive Harrison head coach Mike Rusek Jr. for feeling exhausted after the first week of the state tournament. That’s because Friday night’s North 2, Group 2 quarterfinal against Mendham was the type of game a coach won’t forget. It took 80 minutes of regulation, a pair of scoreless overtime periods and then penalty kicks before the Blue Tide ensured their season would continue on as it outlasted Mendham squad in PKs by a 4-3 margin. Next up for Harrison on Tuesday afternoon is another daunting challenge in Voorhees, the reigning Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex Tournament champions, who earned an impressive 3-0 victory over Lyndhurst in the quarterfinals.

When Meya Ranges set her goals for Saturday’s NJSIAA Group 3 Championships at Holmdel Park, qualifying for the Meet of Champions was not one of them. “Meet of Champions was not on my mind at all,” said Ranges. “I knew I had a shot of getting a wild card spot, but since it was at Holmdel, I know nothing is guaranteed because Holmdel is such a difficult course. So honestly, going into groups, I had no real expectations other than beating my original time at Holmdel.” An afterthought a few days ago became reality as Ranges exceeded her high expectations by running a 19:50.

With ongoing need across the township, the Belleville Public Schools are planning the second distribution of emergency food relief on Friday, Nov. 14, and Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Center for Academic Success & Achievement (C.A.S.A.), 522 Cortlandt St.  Donors are urged to drop off items beginning now. The school district coordinated its first food drive for distribution on Nov. 5. More than 200 families and 1,000 students were served, and the shelves are now empty. School officials estimated there are still 800 families and 1,200 students in need of ongoing support.

Veteran East Newark law enforcement officer Junior Fiori was promoted from sergeant to the rank of captain at a Nov. 12 meeting of the East Newark Mayor and Council. Seen with him are members of his immediate family. This is the first time in more than two decades East Newark has had a police captain. Cap tip, Jun.

The Town of Kearny hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. on the 11th of November. Seen here are images from the solemn ceremony which was attended by scores of area veterans, residents and dignitaries.

Moments after Harrison had lost in the Hudson County Tournament final, Mike Rusek walked onto the grass pitch at Sports Illustrated Stadium to talk to his players. And as Rusek individually met with one disappointed player after another, he repeated the same message as they walked off the field, that the focus was now on November and the state tournament. “I’m already saying it to kids while shaking their hands. We only got to be undefeated in November. That’s our slogan for the next month. Just undefeated in November,” Rusek said on Tuesday night following Harrison’s 2-0 loss to St.