Facing every challenge: Kearny mother helps children with disabilities with strength and love

By Jaimie Julia Winters When Nell Santos learned in 2012 that she was expecting a long-awaited baby girl after giving birth to two boys, she was overjoyed. Nicolle arrived on Oct. 19, 2022, in an uncomplicated delivery, but doctors quickly discovered she had been born with Down syndrome. “On that day, I received the most…

ByJaimie Julia WintersDecember 9, 20250Comments

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…

ByJaimie Julia WintersDecember 6, 20250Comments

News Season

Holiday magic: Classic movies, art, theater, explore history, and more

By Jaimie Julia Winters There are plenty of ways to celebrate the season with special Santa visits, markets, movies, meaningful giving, and historic holiday house tours. Kearny Holiday Film Festival The Kearny Public Library is kicking off a Holiday Film Festival packed with eight seasonal favorites, running Dec. 3–31. From timeless classics like The…

ByJaimie Julia WintersNovember 26, 20250Comments

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Running on faith, Kearny priest embraces the journey

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…

ByKelly NicholaidesNovember 18, 20250Comments

Food and Dining Lifestyle

Cafes of Kearny offer a sweet, savory experience for everyone

By Jaimie Julia Winters 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…

ByJaimie Julia WintersNovember 7, 20250Comments

Food and Dining Lifestyle People

Curiosity by Nest invites all to come and play

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…

ByKelly NicholaidesNovember 6, 20250Comments

News People

New pharmacy offers personalized service, homeopathic options

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,…

ByKelly NicholaidesNovember 5, 20250Comments

News People

One Boystown boy reflects on his time in Kearny

By Steve Sears If just one of Kenneth Renwick’s prayers could be answered, it would be to see his “brothers” again. John Barone, Robert Bethea, James Boyce, John Crastello, Bob Damiani, John Kent, and Richard King are their names. He has searched for them with no luck. All seven men, when teenagers, developed a bond…

BySteve SearsNovember 5, 20250Comments

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

ByJaimie Julia WintersOctober 28, 20250Comments

News

Photos: Kearny’s scariest homes

From creepy creatures to glowing ghosts, Kearny’s homes are dressed to impress this Halloween! Don’t miss your chance to see the town’s most boo-tiful displays. Do you have a favorite spooky home not featured here? Email a photo and address to jaimiejuliawinters@gmail.com. 341 Davis Ave. 101 Bennett Ave. 76 Argyle Place. 69 Elizabeth Place. 70…

ByJaimie Julia WintersOctober 27, 20250Comments

Facing every challenge: Kearny mother helps children with disabilities with strength and love

Kearny lights up the season at annual tree festival

Holiday magic: Classic movies, art, theater, explore history, and more

Running on faith, Kearny priest embraces the journey

Cafes of Kearny offer a sweet, savory experience for everyone

Curiosity by Nest invites all to come and play

New pharmacy offers personalized service, homeopathic options

One Boystown boy reflects on his time in Kearny

Photos: Ghosts, goblins, and plenty of ghoulish fun

Photos: Kearny’s scariest homes

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