By Kelly Nicholaides
Walking through the emerald exterior into the dim-lit expanse of Donegal Saloon, you may encounter red-beards in Irish garb, a band or deejay, and generations of friends and family. The low-key atmosphere and authenticity attract rock n’ rollers, country bumpkins, rappers and hip-hoppers alike, depending on the day or night. Pints of…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Eighty-three years ago, a Catholic priest, a rabbi, and two ministers taught the world about interfaith unity, civic duty, grace, and courage—sacrificing their lives in the process. Fulfilling the core mission of the Army Chaplain Corps, they served as lieutenants, providing spiritual guidance for soldiers during World War II.
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By Kelly Nicholaides
Christina Platero's childhood was spent around Puerto Rican matriarchal medicine women who used herbs to ease ailments and developed intuition in the metaphysical to tap spirituality. Her heritage is steeped in ancestral indigenous healing and renewal.
“When I was a little girl in Puerto Rico, my abuelita used to grow plants, teas,…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Two Franklin School educators have gained recognition for their impact in and out of the Classroom.
An avid reader, Mariann Ruhno, 39, was drawn to becoming an English teacher since childhood. “I was the oldest of all my cousins, which blossomed into babysitting, teaching Girl Scouts, book clubs, and volunteering,” she says.…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Bakeries and pastry shops across Kearny are serving up winter holiday favorites—from fruity pastries and flavorful Tres Leches cakes to festive cookies and more. Whether Portuguese, Brazilian, or classic sweets, these treats are sure to be a hit at any party or perfect to enjoy on the go.
Arcos Pastry
Holiday…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Samantha Tyrka Sansone plays a pivotal role in her students’ education, inspiring them to develop their unique styles and critical thinking skills. KHS junior Sumaiya Ouali nominated Sansone for the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) Educator of Distinction for her impact.
“She explains…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Running is mostly a solitary exercise for Kearny Catholic priest Manuel Duenas. He begins at sunrise, heads south on Passaic Avenue, connects to Belgrove and Midland Avenues, turns left on Schuyler, and treks through North Arlington and Lyndhurst all the way to Route 3, turning left to take the scenic Riverside Avenue…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Jessica Barahona, 37, is a Guatemalan immigrant, mother of four, wife, entrepreneur, and advocate for Kearny youth. Her business, Curiosity by Nest – Asian Fusion, is a haven for teens after school, moms meeting up, laptop-carrying remote workers, and more.
“Children come for ice cream or other desserts, make friends, and enjoy…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Walk into the independently owned City Pharmacy of Kearny, and the marbled floors, sleek shelves, couch seating, and streamlined counters reflect a modern twist on a classic physician’s office.
Former barista and budding pharmacy tech Alan Sambrano checks the stock on a laptop. He says Mondays are usually busiest for pharmacies,…
By Kelly Nicholaides
Dance is the ultimate creative performing art—bursting with emotion, whimsy, and soul. The percentage of dance students at local studios who make the move into a dance career is slim. But many carry their passion from a hobby to a fitness lifestyle. Kearny dance studios host a variety of classes and students…
