2026-04-08

THE NEW CHIEF

n Carrino takes oath as Lyndhurst PD’s 9th top cop

By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com

Following the retirement of former Police Chief Richard L. Jarvis Jr., the Lyndhurst Police Department has a new chief and captain.

Mayor and Public Safety Commissioner Robert B. Giangeruso swore Michael Carrino in as the ninth Chief of Police of the Lyndhurst Police Department Wednesday, April 1, in an outdoor ceremony on a perfect spring-like weather day. Carrino most

recently served as the department’s deputy chief. Carrino, who began his law-enforcement journey in January 1995, rose through the ranks of the department through his 31 years of service. He was among the first officers to join in forming the Emergency Response Team in 2000. Carrino remained commit-

ted to supporting his colleagues with previous service on the executive board of PBA Local No. 202 as a younger officer. Carrino was seen as a well-respected patrol supervisor, where he was always known for supporting his personnel.

Additionally, Carrino continued to advocate for officer safety and reform for mental health, co-chairing a law enforcement partnership pilot program with the department as the first Bergen County ARRIVE

See CHIEF, Page 5

By Ron Woods Special to The Observer

It was 75 years ago (March 22, 1951) when the Town of Kearny lost a gifted young man at the end of that first brutal winter during the Korean War. Alexander “Sandy” MacMillan, the son of Scottish immigrants, was killed in action serving as a US Marine while on patrol duty. Corporal

MacMillan was single, just 24, and had a future filled with unlimited potential.

MacMillan was born in 1927 in Newark, the eldest of three boys, following the immigration to the United States by their parents, Thomas and Retta MacMillan, and older sister, Elsie, were all born in Scotland. As is common practice in Scotland, Alexander was replaced by “Sandy,” which

he was broadly recognized among family and friends alike. The family eventually settled in Kearny, residing at 111 Davis Ave.

During his Kearny High School (KHS) years, Sandy was an accomplished student, a gifted writer and an all-round athlete. He demonstrated an early knack for journalism, writing for both the Lamp Post and the Hi-Kearnian school publications. He

also played football and ran track. Sandy’s yearbook noted his debating skills often sparked interest in classroom discussion.

Following his KHS graduation, he enrolled at Montclair State Teachers College (now Montclair State University), while also working as a sports correspondent for the Newark Evening News/Star-Ledger. At the same time, Sandy enlisted in the US Marine Corps Reserve (USMCR) and was deployed to the Pacific in late 1946, which entitled him to the World War II Victory Medal. Returning to the US, Sandy continued his college studies while also pursuing his interest in writing, serving as the Sports Editor for his college paper the Montclarion.

The Korean War broke out in June 1950, and Sandy was recalled to active duty, departing the America in October 1950, arriving in Wonson, Korea, one month later after a stop in Japan. Both the Inchon Landing and the Liberation of Seoul had occurred just prior to Sandy’s arrival to join the First Marine Division.

Sandy was an active combatant during the brutal Chosin Reservoir campaign that followed, in which his division was surrounded at one point by 120,000 Chinese troops in the frozen mountainous terrain of North Korea. He was fortunate to escape with only a case of frostbite. During that historic campaign as a member of the First Marine Regiment, Sandy fought under Col. Lewis “Chesty” Puller the famous Marine in the Corps lore.

On March 22, 1951, the First Marine Division was positioned in the central Korean front. That fateful day, Sandy was a member of a Marine patrol assigned to probe Hill 232, of which the elevation and location allowed it to dominate local supply routes while providing a clear view of the surrounding valleys making it a frequent target during the “war of the outposts.” In a deadly ambush of the patrol by enemy forces, Sandy was killed instantly by small-arms fire.

Sandy’s family, friends and college pals were all devastated by his loss. Montclair State dedicated its 1952 college yearbook to Sandy, with a moving inscription, “We,

the class of 1952 dedicate our yearbook to Sandy a man of whom we feel justifiably proud, a friend we can never forget.”

From a May 11, 1951, letter to his broken-hearted mother, Retta, from his company commander, “Alex’s character was a rare mixture of common sense, ‘bravery’ and adaptability. The other men in his squad constantly looked to him for advice and leadership. One of the finest tributes we can pay a man in the US Marine Corps is to call him a true Marine. Alex fitted this title admirably.”

Among the medals that Sandy earned for his service in Korea were the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation with ribbon bar awarded the First Marine Division for distinguished service over 1950-1953.

Of the 11 names engraved on the Town of Kearny’s Korean War Memorial in Memorial Park, MacMillan is the only US Marine. He rests in Arlington National Cemetery, where he shares the same section as Gen. Jack Pershing, Gen. Hap Arnold and Cpl. Ira Hayes (Iwo Jima flag-raiser).

A younger brother, Donald, also rests there and decades later, another brother, Robert, would go on to serve on the Kearny Planning Board for many years, was an elected Town Councilman, and only recently died in 2024.

This approaching Memorial Day, when taking a moment to reflect on the sacrifice of the names of local servicemen, think not only of the service of CPL Sandy MacMillan, but of the loss of one of Kearny’s truly finest young men.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Kearny UEZ members eligible to apply for facadeimprovement grants up to $15K

Businesses in the Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone may soon be able to get major façade facelifts — with grants of up to $15,000 to fund the improvements.

The UEZ has launched the Kearny Storefront Project, a new grant program to help Kearny business owners to upgrade the exterior of storefronts. The grant program is completely funded by the UEZ.

The grants, of up to $15,000 per business, are being awarded to cover design and construction of façade improvements.

“Many businesses have the vision to upgrade their exteriors but simply do not have the capital needed for these kinds of impactful improvements, “Linda Kraus D’Isa, KUEZ coordinator, said. “By providing these grants, the KUEZ is supporting local business, while making our town’s commercial districts more inviting and competitive.”

Meanwhile, Mayor Carol Jean Doyle says she’s happy the program, which has been in the planning stages for some time, is finally coming to fruition.

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A Message from the Harrison Water Department:

The Harrison Water Dept. will flush hydrants throughout Harrison beginning the week of April 6, 2026. Crews will work Monday through Friday between 9pm and 1am to minimize customer inconvenience. The flushing program is expected to last for about 6 weeks. Ending May 15, 2026.

Flushing removes harmless minerals that collect in the water mains. The project is part of the Town routine maintenance program to assure high water quality. Flushing hydrants help to maintain the integrity of the distribution system by keeping the water lines clean. It is also necessary for fire protection because flushing ensures that the hydrants are working properly.

During the flushing process, customers may experience low water pressure or discolored water. While the water is safe to drink, customers may prefer to wait until it runs clear before drinking or washing clothes or dishes.

Residents with questions or problems can call the Harrison Water Department at 973-268-2468. Website www.townofharrison.com.

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KGC annual showcase coming to Lincoln Middle School

The KGC annual showcase is set for April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Lincoln Middle School, Kearny. A $10 entrance fee gets you in the door. There will be music, a photo station, concessions and

the cheerleaders showcasing their incredible talents.

Kearny UNICO hosting casino bus trip

Kearny UNICO’ s ”spring bus trip is set for Sunday, May 17. A bus will departs at 9 a.m. for

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the Wind Creek Casino from the parking lot of the American Legion, 314 Belgrove Drive, Kearny.

Prior to departure, beginning at approx. 7:45 a.m., coffee and will be served to everyone going on the trip inside the Legion hall.

Saturday, April 18, at the Kearny American Legion, 314 Belgrove Drive. The top-3 winners get a prize.

There will be raffles and 50/50, with a cash bar. The cost is $40 and may be purchased by sending the fee, using Venmo, @ juniorstrivia.

donate prizes may do so by first sending a note by email to friendsof305@gmail.com. Visit www.kearnyscouts.com for more information.

Several Franklin School students finish high in eSTEM competition at NJIT

Participants will get $25 back in slot play.

Tickets are $42 per person. Make checks payable to Kearny UNICO and return it to Lou Pandolfi, 81 Thoma Ave., Maywood, N.J. 07607 as soon as possible.

If you require additional tickets, call Lou at (201) 6938504 or send him an email to lpandolfi@verizon.net.

JWCA hosts annual trivia night

The Junior Woman’s Club of Arlington hosts its annual trivia night from 6 p.m.,

Troop 305 tricky tray rescheduled

Boy Scout Troop 305, St. Stephen’s, Kearny, hosts a ’70s tricky tray June 1, from 6:30 p.m. at Hedges Hall, Kearny.

This was originally scheduled for April. The cost is $45 and includes a catered dinner, ’70s music, prizes and a 50/50 raffle.

Entry includes a sheet of tickets. Purchase $45 tickets by visiting unit305trickytray2026. eventbrite.com.

Anyone who wishes to

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APPLICATION FOR RESIDENTIAL PARKING PERMIT

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A COPY OF A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE, VEHICLE INSURANCE AND REGISTRATION CARD PERMIT VALID FOR TOWN OF KEARNY ONLY TOWN ORDINANCE 7-32

A group of students and teachers at Franklin School in Kearny took third place overall at a special eSTEM competition at the NJ Institute of Technology in Newark recently.

The students also finished in second place for their prototype.

The students were Madeleine Cohetero, Kelly Ferreira, Calleb Vieira, Daphne Reyes, Jean Aleman and Alex Savvytsky. The faculty coaches were Brigette Davis, Marlaina Melker and Kimberly Kyak.

2026-O-6 - Ordinance Amending Section 7-32 of the Town Code Regarding Permit Parking on Certain Streets

WHEREAS, Section 7-32 of the Town Code, entitled “Permit Parking”, was reinstated to reestablish a limited permit parking system from 7pm to 7am to be administered by the Police Department affecting Sandford Avenue, Ogden Avenue, Radley Street and Ann Street to ease parking and traffic concerns on those streets; and

WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council wish to expand the Residential Permit Parking Program to other limited areas and to amend the fees for such permits. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey, that Section 7-32.2 is amended to read in its entirety as follows:

From Harrison Ave south to end Between Schuyler and Sanford Ave

Entire length, excluding the 21 space parking area on the east side of Sandford Ave north of Harrison Ave designated for overnight parking under Section 7-33 per Resolution 2025-87

From Devon Street to Passaic Ave

From Devon Street to Belgrove Drive

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Carrino is a husband and father, who raised his family in Lyndhurst, where he is a lifelong resident. Carrino remains deeply woven in the fabric of the community; volunteering as a special needs football coach with local Special Angels program.

Giangeruso, meanwhile, took time to reflect on the new chief’s career.

“Mike’s 30 years with the department have made a career with distinction, leadership and approachability,” Giangeruso said of the new chief. “From his early days on the force to his days as a sergeant, lieutenant, captain and deputy chief, he has gained the experience and insight as a trusted leader with a unique ability to bring people together. …He has demonstrated an extraordinary level of compassion for all people he leads, with a strong com-

mitment to public safety and community.”

Also at the swearing-in, Capt. Ronald Guirland was sworn in. Guirland joined the department in 2000. He commands the Criminal Investigations Division and serves as a commanding-level officer with the Emergency Response Team, Training Unit, Accreditation Team and he leads the department’s Professional Standards Unit.

“He has earned the respect of his fellow officers and has earned the respect he deserves,” Giangeruso said of Guirland. “Ron has demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, accountability the position requires. Through the years, Ron has led with confidence always exemplifying the highest standards of our department.

I am confident he will continue to serve with honor and distinction as a captain.”

Observer Editor Kevin A. Canessa Jr. may be reached by email at kc@theobserver. com.

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You can use the same technique in a seller’s market if you need to sell your home quickly.

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Second KUEZ walking tour set for the spring

By Kevin A. Canessa Jr. kc@theobserver.com

Asecond Historical Walking & Food Tour hosted by Strong Towns West Hudson, the Kearny Library and Museum and Kearny Urban Enterprise Zone is set for Saturday, May 9, only this time, the tour will explore Kearny Avenue from Midland to Bergen avenues, the commercial area recently identified as the “Kearny Main” district in the KUEZ’s 5-year Zone Development Plan. It’s a section of Kearny Avenue that boasts an abundance of retail shops and service businesses and distinctive mix of eateries.

The tour will feature a guided walk through the district’s history alongside stops at local eateries for food tastings, offering participants a chance to experience the area in a more connected and engaging way.

The Kearny Main district has evolved significantly since the late 1800s, reflecting both change and continuity within the community.

“This district is in the heart of Kearny,” Strong Towns West Hudson founder Christopher Vasquez said. “It’s the neighborhood I grew up in, and where I first fell in love with walkable, human-scaled, mixed-use places; it holds a special place in my life, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with the rest of the community.”

Currently plans call for visits to First Lutheran Church, Town Hall, Kearny Public Library and local eateries for food.

The estimated 2.5-hour walking tour is free, but registration is required as space is limited.

Two tour sessions will be offered —

first at 9:30 a.m. and then at 1:30 p.m. Last year’s Midland Avenue tour sold out quickly.

Vasquez asks anyone interested in taking the tour to register as soon as tickets go live.

No additional tours will be added.

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For questions, contact the Kearny Public Library Main Branch at (201) 998-2666 or aend an email to stwesthudson@gmail.com.

“This was such a wonderful event last year, especially since it gave the library the opportunity to collaborate with some other town institutions, like the KUEZ and the Kearny Museum,” Kearny Public Library Director Josh Humphrey said.

“A definite highlight for me was also hearing the history of the amazing eateries on the tour from the folks who opened them. There really are so many interesting stories in Kearny and we are looking forward to sharing more of them in May.”

Events like these tours highlight the strength of Kearny’s local business and community partnerships, while encouraging residents and visitors to experience the town in a more walkable and connected way, the UEZ coordinator says.

“Last year’s tour of Midland Avenue was incredible,” KUEZ Coordinator Linda Kraus D’Isa said. “These tours are a win-win for the KUEZ since they not only drive people to walk our business districts but also introduce them to some of our great local eateries.”

Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, meanwhile, who took part in the inaugural walk, says she’ll be there for this one.

“I really enjoyed the walking tour last year and look forward to this one,” the mayor said. “Linda, Chris and Josh have put a lot of time and effort into planning this so I hope residents will join us for some Kearny history and great food to sample along the way.”

Observer Editor Kevin A. Canessa Jr. may be reached by email at kc@theobserver.com. Reach him on Facebook and Twitter @kevincanessa.

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SPORTS & HEALTH

GUNNING FOR A 4-PEAT

By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com

Harrison boys volleyball coach Anthony Sabia admitted that this preseason was one of the more difficult ones for the Blue Tide as they looked to replace a big graduating class that featured two All-State caliber players while also working with a lineup that is not typical of the way Harrison normally likes to play.

But for as different as the weeks and months leading up to the season were, the first week of games produced some very familiar results for a program that has won three straight Hudson County titles and made three consecutive trips to the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 1 finals.

The Blue Tide opened 2026 with sweeps over North Arlington, Secaucus and Becton, to close the first week at 3-0 and in the familiar position of on top of the NJIC standings.

“Our preseason was a lot different than it usually has been. We had to work through a lot of growing pains, both skill wise and maturity wise,” Sabia said. “I do have a young team this year, so we had to figure out a lot of things that we worked through during the preseason.

“But now that the matches have started counting, we've been playing composed volleyball. I don't think we're at our best yet, but I feel a bit more confident and comfortable in what we're capable of doing.”

Not many teams run their offense through their opposite hitter, but the Blue Tide have done just that early on with senior Jonathan Petrillo. A starter and key offensive cog a year ago, the 6-foot-4 Petrillo is off to a fast start to the season, recording 31 kills, including nine or more in each of Harrison’s first three games. Petrillo also has five blocks and 16 digs.

“Being able to get him the ball is really important to us,” Sabia said. That was one of the biggest struggles in our

preseason. It was tough in the preseason, but I think we're hitting our stride at the right time now. We're starting to make those connections and he's doing a really good job for us.”

Petrillo’s presence has taken some pressure off of starting outside hitters Ryan Manini and Pedro Quezada. Manini, a junior returning starter, has 11 kills and 20 digs while Quezada, a senior, has been a surprise early on with 19 kills and 15 digs.

Starting at middle hitter are a pair of sophomores in Carlo Herrera and Renato Morales.

Also in the mix as a middle hitter is one of Harrison’s setters, senior Gabriel Da Costa. At 6-foot-2, Da Costa is by far the tallest setter the Blue Tide and has provided the team extra size up front.

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“I knew that (Pedro) was capable. It was whether or not he was going to be able to produce when Push came to shove in these actual matches,” said Sabia. “I'm glad he's been doing it consistently so far in this season. He's been putting up numbers.

DaCosta shares the setter spot with junior Anas Oufrid, who is better known for his work as the Blue Tide’s starting goalkeeper in the fall. Oufrid currently leads Harrison in assists with 35.

Jose Jacome, a junior, serves as the team’s libero.

Among those set to see bigger roles on the floor as the season progresses are freshman outside hitter Kelvin Marinez, sophomore opposite Pedro

Silva de Freitas, junior outside hitter

Ricardo Renteria, senior middle hitter

Julius Amaefuna and junior defensive specialist King Henry.

Harrison looks to continue its early success going on Tuesday against Weehawken before embarking on one of its more challenging portions of the schedule. On Wednesday, the Blue Tide will host Fair Lawn and Hunterdon Central in a tri, welcome Bayonne into town on Thursday before traveling to Lyndhurst on Friday.

“I've been saying it the whole preseason to the team that this is a process. We're looking to just get better every day,” said Sabia. “We don't need to be the best team in New Jersey in March, We want to be the best team in New Jersey in June. We want to be the best team in Hudson County at the end of May.”

Kearny softball delivers statement with blowout wins

By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com

For more than a year, longtime Kearny softball coach Jim Pickel heard about the loaded freshman class that was set to arrive this spring. Even as he heard it from person after person, Pickel tried to stay grounded due to the massive gap between middle school softball and varsity.

“For me, I would say there was a little bit of (hesitation) just because it is totally different,” Pickel said. “All I heard for the last year about how good these kids are and this and that, everybody would say it. I'd be like, ‘Oh, okay.’ They hadn't started playing (high school softball) yet, so I didn’t (truly) know.”

While it remains to be seen what the

“Make

future holds for this group of talented freshmen and experienced upperclassmen, if the first two games are any indication, Kearny looks on its way to a special season.

Kearny opened its season with an emphatic 13-1 blowout win over fourtime reigning HCIAL American Division champion Bayonne on Tuesday. Then, two days later, the Kardinals followed it

up with a 17-4 thrashing at Union City. Such a start has put Kearny at the top of the list of contenders for the Hudson County championship, while also putting a clear target on its back moving forward.

“We have said that in our own way,” said Pickel. “We all have improved from last year, but there's still improvement needed on this team so don't get overconfident), but we have really stressed that we have something very positive here.”

That positivity starts with a lineup that Pickel said is by far, the deepest the Kardinals have had in years.

Junior Anastasia Guy, a two-year start-

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Athlete of the Week — Nutley’s Fealey throws no-hitter, strikes out 14

By Jason Bernstein jason@theobserver.com

Nutley’s Sean Fealey remembers the last time he threw a no-hitter, and the frustration that came with it. Fealey was 12 years old and despite the no-hitter, his Nutley American Little League team lost the game and the District 8 championship.

“Yeah, I threw a no-hitter in the game for the district championship,” Fealey recalled. “But we ended up losing that game, so it didn't really matter.”

Now a junior at Nutley High School, Fealey’s latest no-hitter is sure to be remembered a lot more fondly by all involved.

On Thursday, at home against St. Benedict’s, Fealey pitched unquestionably the best game of his young career. Fealey didn’t just no-hit the visiting Gray Bees, he also struck out 14 batters, while walking three and hitting one in the Nutley’s 6-0 victory.

It is believed to be the first seven inning no-hitter in more than two decades thrown by a Maroon Raiders pitcher and makes Fealey, The Observer Athlete of the Week.

“I was just smiling (after the last out), but not trying to get too crazy

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command on the mound continued to grow.

“I feel like after the second inning, I struck out the side and I felt pretty good after that,” Fealey said, noting that his curveball was especially sharp on Thursday. “And then after the fourth inning, I felt like I was just dealing and I could do good things that day.”

Even as Fealey’s pitch count started to creep up, he remained on point. While the sixth inning was the only one in which he didn’t record a strikeout, Fealey remained in and promptly struck out the side in the top of the seventh to cap off a masterful outing.

because it still was the first game,” said Fealey. “I just have to be ready for the rest of the season.”

Fealey’s day got off to an inauspicious start, when he walked the second batter of the game, but the 6-foot-4 right-hander said he started to get into a groove in the second inning.

A six-run bottom of the second inning gave Fealey a significant cushion, especially as his confidence and

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“He was in his own element and we had people warming up. We had some people in the sixth inning, we had some people in the seventh and just in case (he got tired),”

Nutley head coach Eric Puzio said. “As he came off the field in the sixth inning and I'm like, "Hey, man, you want to finish this? " And he's like, "Absolutely." And honestly, he came out there, same velocity, same drive, same mechanics, nothing changed and he finished it up. It was great.”

“I was feeling really strong,” said Fealey. “I don't know if that was

more adrenaline than anything, but I feel like I put in the work to get just better (late in games), just control my breathing and get better, just get better.”

Last year, as a sophomore, Fealey flashed potential, but ultimately pitched to a 5.46 ERA with 35 strikeouts in 33.1 innings.

Since the conclusion of last season, Fealey grew two inches and gained nearly 15 pounds. Fealey credits that growth for allowing him to add velocity to his fastball. The added size as well as his time on Nutley’s boys basketball team he credits for his improved stamina on the mound.

Fealey said that some of his teammates definitely knew he was working on a no-hitter and gave him the silent treatment in the dugout. But not everyone realized it was a no-hitter, including Puzio.

“After the game was over, I went, ‘Did he throw a no hitter?’ And people were like, ‘Yeah, he threw a no hitter,’” said Puzio. “Honestly, you don't want to talk about it, but I don't think people realized because it went so fast.”

And unlike his last no-hitter, this is one, Fealey will be more than happy to talk about as well.

NOTICE

ture projects; knowledge of Authority operations and regulatory requirements; responsiveness and availability; fee structure and cost effectiveness; and past performance with public entities. The Authority reserves the right to conduct interviews, request additional information, reject any or all submissions, waive minor informalities, and make such appointment as deemed in the best interest of the Authority.

TERM OF APPOINTMENT

The appointment shall commence upon formal appointment by the Authority and execution of the required professional services agreement and shall continue through February 24, 2027, unless sooner terminated or extended. The Authority reserves the right to reappoint said firm at its Annual Reorganization Meeting and further reserves the right to appoint one or more additional firms as permitted by law and as deemed to be in the best interest of the Authority.

STATUTORY COMPLIANCE

The successful respondent shall comply with all applicable New Jersey statutes and regulations including, but not limited to: New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law (N.J.S.A. 40A:11-1 et seq.); Pay-to-Play Law (N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.4 et seq.); New Jersey Business Registration Act (N.J.S.A. 52:32-44); and Affirmative Action requirements (N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27). Political Contribution Disclosure forms shall be required prior to award in accordance with New Jersey Pay-to-Play laws.

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Kearny

Municipal Utilities Authority

Notice of Proposed Revision to Schedule of Service Charges

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to the provisions of Municipal Utilities Authority Law, N.J.S.A. 40:14B-1 et seq., the Kearny Municipal Utilities Authority proposes to promulgate a schedule of revised charges for sewerage treatment within its service district which includes all of South Kearny and the Kearny Meadowlands served or to be served by the Kearny Point Pumping Station of the Authority and specifically to impose revised user charges as follows:

Three (3) user classes will be established for the purpose of distributing the costs for treatment and collection, which will apply to both South Kearny and the Kearny Meadowlands. The user classes are as follows:

Class I

All customers with billing based on municipal water utility meter.

Class II

Customers with billing based on private water meters.

Class III

Customers with billing based on wastewater meters.

User Fee

A consistent rate will be charged for all Classes. The KMUA base rate for the current year is $6.89 per hundred cubic feet of water consumption (Class I and II) or wastewater metered (Class III). The rate for KMUA PVSC Charges is $4.45. In addition, a surcharge will apply to those customers which have wastewater sampled by PVSC. The surcharge will apply to Biochemical

Oxygen Demand (BOD) and Total Suspended Solids (TSS) discharged which is in excess of the average BOD or TSS concentrations of the Town of Kearny. The surcharge rate shall be the same as that charged to the Town of Kearny by PVSC. The above revised user charges to become effective January 1, 2026.

PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing on this proposal will be held by the Authority on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Kearny Town Hall, 402 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032. By Order of the Kearny Municipal Utilities Authority Zayda Balcazar ($260.00Online03/31/26, 04/07/26 ,04/14/26 & 04/21/26 Newspaper 04/08/26,04/15/26,04/22/26&04/29/26)

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er in center field, leads off and hasn’t missed a beat after a strong sophomore season. Guy is off to a 4-for-7 start with five runs scored.

Following Guy, is the team’s lone senior starter in Kathryn Schwerzler, who shifts back to her natural position of first base after being forced to move to shortstop last year due to injuries.

“She’s come back to first and hasn’t missed a beat,” said Pickel. “She has improved so much

from sophomore year when she played first base to now. She’s a totally different first baseman.”

Hitting behind Schwerzler are a pair of freshmen, who have helped transform the lineup.

Third baseman Gabriella Martinez, who is 5-for-7 with five RBI and four runs scored, hits third and slugged her first home run against Union City.

Batting cleanup is pitcher/ second baseman/outfielder Abigail Buchanan, who had a debut for the ages against Bayonne, going 3-for-4 with a home run, six RBI and three runs at the plate, while striking out eight

batters in five innings from the circle.

“She has the ability to (dominate a game) in the circle, at the plate,” said Pickel. “She's shown it on multiple occasions and I'm really looking forward to what she could do this year.”

Junior Madison Rodriguez, who led the team in runs scored last season with 31 is back for her third season as the starting catcher and has been hitting fifth.

Right now in the sixth spot is another freshman Ryleigh Chesney at shortstop. Chesney has shown no ill effects of an ankle injury that ended her bas-

ketball season in early January and has started the spring with a home run and six RBI.

“She has done an outstanding job, both offensively and defensively,” Pickel said. “She makes the simple plays and she makes that little extra play that in the past maybe we didn't make.”

Two other freshmen who will see significant at-bats are left fielder Lexi Duarte, as well as super-utility player Nicoly Tassi Libaroni, who Pickel trusts to play any position other than catcher.

Libaroni started the season opener at third base, where she could see time along with Martinez and junior Rylee Carvajal, who could see the bulk of the time at designated player.

Junior Abaigeal Granelli along with pitchers Buchanan and Cassandra Montalvo are all set for time at second base with

senior Esther Martins also in the mix along the infield and as a pinch runner.

In addition to Buchanan, senior Madeline Leimberg and freshman Samantha Garcia are in the mix at right field.

In the circle, Pickel feels he has multiple options, starting with Buchanan and Montalvo, who struck out 87 batters as the primary pitcher last year. Garcia is also expected to pitch some as well.

Kearny looked to keep its hot streak going on Monday morning when it hosted Bloomfield before division matchups against Hoboken on Tuesday and at North Bergen on Thursday.

Then, on Saturday, Kearny will test itself against threetime defending Group 1 champion Cedar Grove.

We’ve all heard of LASIK surgery, used to reshape the cornea to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. While LASIK is the most common laser eye surgery, it doesn’t work for everyone. People with thin or flat corners may benefit more from LASEK surgery to similarly correct the same eyesight issues. People with advanced refractive errors can try phakic intraocular lenses, which are surgically implanted contact lenses (ICLs). Refractive lens exchange surgery (RLE), a procedure similar to cataract surgery, is a laser-surgery alternative that replaces the lens with an intraocular lens implant. People with thin corneas or those who need a new corneal epithelium (the cornea’s outermost layer) can consider photorefrac-

tive keratectomy (PRK), the first significant laser eye surgery ever developed.

Which LASIK alternative is right for you? Or should you have standard LASIK instead? These aren’t questions you can answer alone. It’s essential to reach out to a professional to determine the best vision correction procedure for you. If you need eye care or just a simple eye exam, please call 201-896-0007. We are located at 20 Park Avenue, Lyndhurst. To contact our optical shop, call 201-896-0007. We accept most insurance.

P.S. A newer version of photorefractive keratectomy surgery, called trans-PRK, is currently used to remove the epithelium and reshape the cornea in this procedure.

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

OBITUARIES

Robert ‘Bobby’ Murphy

Robert “Bobby” Murphy, the beloved son of the late Tom and Marie Murphy of Kearny, died Oct. 21, 2025. Upon completing a degree in forestry, Robert set sight on a culinary career. After a few positions cooking in New Hampshire, Robert moved to San Francisco and accelerated his skills by working at several well-known restaurants including the Fog City Diner, Stars, Campton Place and finally at Lu Lu’s as executive chef.

He would often rub elbows and prepare dinners for other culinary greats such as Rachel Ray, Jacques Pepin and Julia Child. After a long sabbatical, Robert retired to Oaxaca, Mexico, and spent his time relishing in the arts and lifestyle of the Mexican culture.

Robert is survived by his siblings Tommy Murphy, Kathy Wright, Danny Murphy, Peggy Wright and Jimmy Murphy.

Diane Hicks

Diane Hicks of Kearny died Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. She was 49.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison. A memorial Mass was cele-

brated at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison.

Born in Newark, Diane was raised in Harrison before making her home in Kearny, where she lived for the last 38 years. She was a worked as a lunch aid e at Garfield Elementary School in Kearny, where she was known for her kindness and genuine care for the children she served.

She also volunteered her time at Saint Cecilia’s Church food pantry for many years.

Diane is survived by her dear siblings, Roseann Ferares and her husband, Peter, and James Hicks and his wife Diane; her stepfather, Richard Mascola and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her brother, Norman Hicks, and her mother, Catherine Mascola.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Diane, please visit www.mulliganfh. com.

June A. Struzienski

June A. Struzienski (nee Conover) died April 2, 2026. She was 89.

Born in Jersey City, she lived most of her life in Kearny.

Visiting will be Friday, April

10 from 2 until 8 p.m. at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home. Her Mass will be celebrated on Saturday the 11th at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Kearny. Entombment will be Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.

June was the wife of the late Joseph and beloved mother of Jo Ann and June Ann Struzienski. Sister of Ruth Ireland (her husband Roger) and the late Lenny Conover (his late wife Beth). She also leaves behind her adorable puppy Trixie and also loved her very protective dogie the late Elvis.

June enjoyed her office worker position at the Condon Funeral Home in Kearny. She loved to cook, visit the Jersey shore especially Cape May. She also loved Disney World.

Diane Cimirro

Diane Cimirro (nee La Rosa) died April 5, 2026.

She was 81.

Visiting will be on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny. Her service will be the same day at 3 p.m. in the funeral home and private cremation will follow.

Diane was the former wife of Larry Cimirro and loving

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mother of Larry (his wife Rena). Sister of the late Joanne, Michael and Anthony La Rosa, she is also survived by her cherished grandchildren Angelica, Victoria and Gabriela.

obituaries must be submitted by email by 10 a.m., Mondays, to obituaries@ theobserver.com. Payment is due at submission.

Diane enjoyed working at Cathy’s Hair Fashion in Kearny. In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to a charity of your own choice in Diane’s memory.

Mulligan Funeral Home

331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison

Arrangements may be made in Spanish, Portuguese or Polish Frank X. Mulligan III, Manager, NJ Lic. 4221 Frank X. Mulligan, Jr. Inactive Private Parking at 10 Frank E. Rodgers Blvd. North 973-481-4333 visit us at: www.mulliganfh.com

WILFRED ARMITAGE & WIGGINS

FUNERAL HOME

Mark G. Wiggins, Manager N.J. Lic. #3916

You will feel as if friends of family have taken over when you entrust funeral arrangements to the Wilfred Armitage Funeral Home. The family-owned firm has been in business for 100 years, serving generations in West Hudson and South Bergen. Its beautiful facilities, in a setting reminiscent of a colonial mansion, reflect the graciousness and tact of its understanding personnel.

Wilfred Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Dr. • Kearny, NJ 07032 (201) 991-0657

BELLEVILLE Large

1 BR on 1st floor. LR, EIK. Hardwood floors, $1750 + 1.5 months security. First months rent $500 Off. H/HW Included. Washer/ Dryer in basement. No Smoking. Walk to Trans. Pets allowed $400 Pet fee Available Now (561)716-7628 47W03

HARRISON 1st Floor

Large 3 BR’s, 1 Bath, Backyard $2600 + 1.5 months security, utilities separate, Backyard, Near Schools and Transportation Available May 1st Call (201)991-3366 or (201)889-2495 47W03

HARRISON 2nd floor

2 BR, with 1 Bath, LR. DR. Newly remodeled kitchen with granite tops & refinished floors. No Pets $2100 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separate. Available May 1st (201)376-7464 48W03

BLOOMFIELD Newly renovated, Great location 2 BR’S, EIK, LR/DR Combo, storage. $1750 + 1.5 months security. Near Transportation & Shopping No Pets/ smoking. Ideal for working couple (973)7107171 48W03

HARRISON 2 BR’s, LR, Kitchen, Bath $1850 + 1 months security, Utilities separate Available April 1st Call Carlos (201)988-7536 46W03

HARRISON 1st Floor, 1 BR, LR, Kitchen & Bath. Closed to Path Heat included Available May 1st (862)703-0195 47W03

HARRISON 2nd Floor. 2 BR’s, EIK, LR,DR 1.5 months security. Utilities separate, Heating included. No Pets/ Smoking Available Now(973)351-5512 48W03

KEARNY 1st floor, 2 BR, EIK, LR, full bath, HW floors, quiet street, heat supplied, No pets/ No smoking $2200 + 1 months security, 1 year lease, available April/ May1st (347)978-5882 46W03

KEARNY 2nd & 3rd Floors of 2-family, Newly Renovated, 3 BR, LR, DR, EIK & 2 Baths, Washer/Dryer HookUp, Use of Yard. No Dogs/Smoking, $2775 + 1 Months Security Deposit. Utilities separate Available Now Call (973)340-4787 47W03

KEARNY 3rd floor, 5 rooms, 2 BR’s, LR, Kitchen with stove/Refrigerator All new laminated flooring $1800 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separated No Pets/Smoking Available Now By appointment (201)998-2615 47W03

KEARNY 2nd floor 2 BR, LR, EIK $1800 + 1 Month security Utilities separate 1 Parking space. Washer/Dryer Hook-up No Pets/ Smoking Available Now (973)454-4536 48W03

KEARNY Newly renovated 2 BR’S, LR, Kitchen,Bath. $1600 + security. Utilities separate. No Pets/Smoking. Close to schools and transportation. Avl. May 1st (201)600-1211 47W03

KEARNY Kearny Ave. 2nd Floor, LR, 4 bedrooms, use of backyard. $2,800 + 1.5 months security. Separate utilities. Nears Schools Available May 1st.(201)991-3366 or (201)889-2495 47W03

KEARNY 2nd floor 2 Plus BR’s, LR, DR, EIK 1 Bath $2300 + 1.5 months security, Utilities separate No Pets/ Smoking Available Now (908)652-6553 47W03

KEARNY 1st floor.

Beautiful 1 BR, Small office, LR, EIK, $1850 + 1.5 months security. Heat/HW incl. Washer/ dryer hook-up in apartment no pets/smoking. Single or couple preferred quiet home.

Available May 1st 551655-2492 48W03

KEARNY 1st floor 2

BR’s & 2 Full baths, LR, EIK $2500 + 1.5 Months security Utilities separate, 2 car parking Close to Walmart, 15 minute walk to Path No Pets/ Smoking Available April 20th (201)628-5902 48W03

KEARNY Large 1st floor Freshly painted 4 BR’s, LR, EIK, 1 Bath acces to patio $2700 + 1.5 months security, Utilities separate No Pets/Smoking Available Now (201)772-9965 48W03

KEARNY 1 BR From $1575 2 BR $1,795 + 1.5 Months security. HT/HW included. See Super 6 Woodland Ave. Apt. 1 (201)892-8035 for appointment. 48W03

KEARNY Elevated building 1 BR APT. HT/HW included. $1,575 +1.5 Months Security. See Super, 654 ElmSt,Kearny Laundry facility on premises Call Sofia after 3pm (201)998-3516 for appointment. 48W03

LYNDHURST 1 BR

$1,595 H/HW included, and 2 BR $1995 + 1.5 months security,Utilities not included No Pets. 2nd floor 3 BR $2345 + 1.5 months security H/ HW included No Pets Available Now (973)7604877 48W03

LYNDHURST 2nd floor

2 Family 2 BR, LR, EIK $1450 + 1.5 months security Utilities separate Drive way parking No Pets Available Now (973)485-0716 48W03

1st floor. 1 BR, LR, EIK. $1350 +1.5 months security. Utilities separate. Parking for 1 car. No Pets. 1 Year Lease Available May 1st Background check (201)997-1222 or (201)290-4861 46W03

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

N.ARLINGTON 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, LR, DR, office, Sun Room and Storage area. Washer and Dryer. No Pets/ Smoking. $3000/mth plus 1.5 mth security. Utilities Separate Available May 1st (201)8894047 48W03

NEWARK Forest Hill area 1st Floor 2 BR’s, LR, EIK Utilities Separate Street Parking available No Pets/Smoking Available Now (973)4933614 or (973)7526877 46W03

N.ARLINGTON Studio $1350 + 1.5 Months security. Utilities included. No Pets/No Smoking. 1 person only. Available Now (201)428-8815 Leave text message 48W03

N.ARLINGTON

N.ARLINGTON 2nd floor 2 BR’s, EIK, LR & Bath No Pets/Smoking Available Now (908)4940695 or (201)388-7992 48W03

Studio apartment with kitchen in apartment complex. $1575.00 per month with heat and hot water included. Parking available. Laundry available in complex. Single or couple only. No pets or smoking. Call 201-997-2341 between 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. 48W03

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DUST-BUSTERS

Prior experience with Quickbooks, Excel and MS Word. Perform bank reconciliations and record journal entries Prior bookkeeping experience required. Fax resume to 201-955-3339 47W03

Assistant Project Manager

Laborer

The Town of Kearny is accepting applications for full-time laborers in the Department of Public Works. Duties will include street cleaning, street/sewer repairs, line painting, truck washing, maintenance/cleanup of parks and playgrounds, shade tree maintenance and other related duties. Valid NJ driver’s license required. CDL Class B with air brake endorsement required within one year of starting employment.

Town will assist in securing CDL. 40 hours per week, annual salary $ 39,274 -$64,193. Application available at https://www.kearnynj.org/ job-opportunities/.

All applications must be mailed or hand delivered to the Personnel Department at 410 Kearny Avenue, Kearny, NJ 07032 Deadline to apply is 04/30/2026 47W05

Assistant Project Manager needed w/Master’s deg or Foreign Equiv in Architecture, Urban & Regional Dsgn or Civil Engg or Construction Mgmt & 1 yr exp as an Assistant Project Mgr or Sr. Cost Estimator performing following job duties: Interact w/ clients, consultants & contractors while managing daily project activities. Prep budgets, cost reports, cash flow projections & sched. Participate in project meetings, record & distribute minutes & manage staff assignments. Assist w/ RFPs, bid packages, subcontractor selection & contract execution. Support estimating, value engg, reviews & project planning. Process submittals, RFIs, drawings & change orders. Prep reports, cost breakdowns & start-up/close-out checklists. Ensure agreements, insurance & compliance docs are accurate. Help manage payments, invoices, & subcontractor billing. Benefits: Part Health Insurance, $100/mth phone reimbursement & PTO. Salary: $119,496.00/ yr. Job Locs: Harrison, NJ or any unanticipated client sites w/in the U.S. Must be available to travel nationally & relocate to any unanticipated client sites for temporary projects. Frequency of travel 50%, No int’l travel. Mail Resumes to: K L Masters Construction Company LLC, 611 Frank E Rodgers Boulevard S., Harrison, NJ 07029. 48W01

Orthopedic practice searching for immediate position in medical office. Interested applications must be detail oriented, mature-mined, professional who is a team player and dedicated. Hours are Monday thru Friday 8:00 to 3:00 PM.

Duties include but are not limited to answering telephones, scheduling and registration of patients, faxing, clerical work and various other office tasks upon request. Qualified, interested applications MUST FAX letter of interest and resume to (201) 998-9201

to attention of manager, Keith 48W03

FISH CUTTER

needed in Newark based wholesale seafood warehouse 401K, Please call 973-623-8989

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CERTIFIED AIDE seeks Position to take care of the elderly. Live in or out. Excellent references 973-763-1438 or 201-407-1903 48W03

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“We are committed to making Kearny a better place to own a business — and making store fronts more appealing is very important to me,” Doyle said. “I know Linda has been preparing this program for a while now, so I am pleased to see it come to life. Being able to award grants of up to $15,000 to UEZ members to make these improvements is part of our commitment to doing the town’s part to make Kearny much more attractive and appealing. I hope many member businesses apply since opportunities like this are rare but critical.”

kit, bath, living room,bonus rm. 3rd floor- 1 bedroom, living room, bonus rm, bath. All utilities separated, bsmt unfinished w/ toilet& sink.

Eligible improvements

The Kearny Storefront Project grant funds may be applied toward a variety of exterior upgrades for eligible businesses — signage and awnings, exterior lighting fixtures and electrical work, exterior painting and architectural restoration, window and door replacement, front glass graphics, display design and exterior furniture and decor among other improvements.

To apply for the Kearny Storefront Project, businesses must be an active KUEZ member, a registered business in the State of New Jersey and be in good standing with all local and state taxes and regulations.

To apply and for full grant guidelines, visit www.kearnynj. org/storefrontfacade.

For more information and to learn how to become a KUEZ member, contact D’Isa at ldisa@ kearnynj.org.

-Rami Alrabaa