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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…

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Heroes Banner Program relaunched with new initiative to preserve history with stories

After a successful debut in 2025, Kearny’s Hometown Heroes banner program is returning, once again inviting families and community members to honor local veterans and active-duty service members. The…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

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Jan 2026

Lifestyle News

Little museum at the top of the stairs keeps Kearny’s past alive

In the mid-2000s, Sandra McAllister climbed the stairs to the second floor of the Kearny Library and stepped into the long-closed Kearny Museum. After years of being shut to the…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

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Jan 2026

News

Patricia Paute’s ballgowns supply sparkle and hope in Kearny

Ever felt the magnetic pull of starting your own business, only to have that spark dimmed by a daunting list of potential hurdles? From navigating uncertain financial waters to juggling…

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One of NJ’s oldest Native American land deeds tells the story of Kearny

The deed describing the land that includes present-day Kearny, N.J., is among the oldest surviving New Jersey land-purchase deeds from Native Americans that still exists in its original form. It…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

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Jan 2026

Lifestyle News

From sage smoke to Reiki: Inside a modern spiritual apothecary

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…

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Excellence in science and English: Two Kearny educators recognized by state leaders

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…

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From Japanese to pottery: Kearny Adult School has a class for you

Looking to learn a new skill such as sign language, kickboxing, Japanese, or charcoal sketching? For over 40 years, Kearny Adult School has been offering lifelong learning through evening courses…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

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Jan 2026

Lifestyle News

Order the haggis, ready the whiskey, Robbie Burns Day is upon us!

In Kearny, some say Robbie Burns Day—celebrated each year on Jan. 25—is even bigger than St. Patrick’s Day. Also known as Burns Night, the event honors the life and poetry…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

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Jan 2026

Lifestyle News

Ready to make music your New Year’s resolution?

Looking to sharpen your musical skills in 2026? Paz Music Academy in Kearny makes it easy to get started with affordable lessons and instrument rentals for all ages and skill…

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ByJaimie Julia Winters

St. Stephens honors legacy of the Four Chaplains — Interfaith in action

Heroes Banner Program relaunched with new initiative to preserve history with stories

Little museum at the top of the stairs keeps Kearny’s past alive

Patricia Paute’s ballgowns supply sparkle and hope in Kearny

One of NJ’s oldest Native American land deeds tells the story of Kearny

From sage smoke to Reiki: Inside a modern spiritual apothecary

Excellence in science and English: Two Kearny educators recognized by state leaders

From Japanese to pottery: Kearny Adult School has a class for you

Order the haggis, ready the whiskey, Robbie Burns Day is upon us!

Ready to make music your New Year’s resolution?

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