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 program recognizes Kearny residents who have served in the military by displaying personalized banners along Kearny and Midland Avenues. Each banner features a photo of…

January 26, 20260Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Lifestyle News

Kearny’s hidden treasures: Gifts for everyone on your list

From sports enthusiasts and Scottish friends to dog lovers, music fans, and even the hard-to-shop-for, Kearny’s downtown shops offer a world of gifts—perfect for spreading holiday cheer and finding something truly special for everyone on your list. Kearny Life shopped downtown in search of the perfect gift for everyone on our list. Here are our…

December 11, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Lifestyle News

Kearny lights up the season at annual tree festival

Santa and Mrs. Claus and some very merry dancers kicked off the season at Kearny’s Annual Tree Lighting Festival with music, magic, and family fun on Thursday, Dec. 4. A Hometown Concert featured performers of all ages. Santa helped Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and the Town Council light the town tree, which will burn brightly…

December 6, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

News Season

Let the glow begin: Kearny’s Holiday Tree Lighting

Santa and Mrs. Claus invite all to join them at Kearny’s Annual Tree Lighting Festival to kick off the holiday season with music, magic, and family fun. The magic takes place Thursday, Dec. 4, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Kearny Town Hall. Hometown Concert The night opens on the Town Hall steps with a lively…

November 26, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

Food and Dining Lifestyle

Cafes of Kearny offer a sweet, savory experience for everyone

Kearny should be known as the cafe capital of the area, as there is something delicious to tempt everyone in its wide array of cozy storefronts. Whether it’s the perfect cup of coffee, a fruity juice, a hearty breakfast or lunch, an afternoon pastry to satisfy your sweet tooth, or freshly-baked bread for home, you…

November 7, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

News

Photos: Ghosts, goblins, and plenty of ghoulish fun

Kearny enjoyed a spooktacular weekend filled with Halloween thrills for kids and pets alike! The festivities kicked off Saturday with the Kearny Enterprise Zone Development Corporation (KEZDC) Pup Parade, followed by Sunday’s costume parade for children and adults. PHOTOS CREDIT/ TOWNSHIP OF KEARNY

October 28, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

News

Scarecrows cropping up in Kearny for spooky season

Once a necessary farm tool, they are the stuff of legends and date back as far as ancient Egypt and Greece. In America, they morphed into a symbol for harvest time and Halloween. Now they line the streets of Kearny. Sixty-three scarecrows have cropped up along Kearny and Midland avenues in the first-ever Scarecrow Stroll…

October 17, 20250Comments

ByJaimie Julia Winters

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