Welcoming a new business to Kearny! Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro joined the owners of iDeal Auto Sales of New Jersey for a ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of their new dealership in town. ¡Damos la bienvenida a un nuevo negocio en Kearny! La …
Holiday Party
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle joined EPIC – Extraordinary Parents of Incredible Kids, at Lincoln Middle School for a fun-filled and holiday party, celebrating the season with members, families, and staff. La alcaldesa Carol Jean Doyle se unió a EPIC (Padres Extraordinarios de Niños …
Santa Claus at Town Hall
The spirit of the season arrived in Kearny this Saturday! Santa Claus made a grand entrance at Town Hall with a special escort from the Kearny Fire Department. Hosted by the Kearny Recreation Commission, the annual 'Meet Santa' event was a hit, kids hand-delivered their letters, posed for photos, …
Annual Tree Lighting Festival
🎄✨Kearny lit up with holiday magic last night for the KUEZ-sponsored Annual Tree Lighting Festival an evening filled with music, dancing, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer! From the Hometown Concert on the Town Hall steps featuring incredible performances by local schools and dance studios, …
Manor Park Playground
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle was joined by Recreation Commissioners Tara Glancy and Lyla De Castro, Councilman Fred Esteves, Councilman Gerald Ficeto, Councilwoman Eileen Eckel, and Recreation Director Ralph Cattafi for the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new and improved Manor Park Playground. Thank you …
Veteran’s Day Ceremony
At 11 a.m. on November 11, 2025, the Town of Kearny gathered at Veteran’s Memorial Park to honor the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of our nation’s veterans. Mayor Carol Jean Doyle was joined by Council Members Gerald Ficeto, George Zapata, Dennis Solano, Stathis Theodoropoulos, Eileen …
Kearny Approves New PBM
Health Upgrade for Kearny
A new Health Annex is coming soon to Kearny a modern, 1,500-square-foot facility that will expand essential services for our community. 100% federally funded through CDBG grants with over $1 million invested to strengthen local health resources. Funding is administered by Hudson County in …
Annual Halloween Parade
A spooky spectacle took over Kearny Avenue for the annual Halloween Parade! Hundreds of costumed kids marched alongside Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and the Council Members, including Marytrine De Castro, Gerald Ficeto, George Zapata, Jose Rodrigues, Stathis Theodoropoulos, Eileen Eckel, and Fred …
Annual Doggie Halloween PAWrade and Festival
Arlington Depot Park was packed with costumed pups, proud owners, and plenty of tail-wagging fun during Kearny’s annual Doggie Halloween Parade & Festival! Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Council Members Marytrine De Castro, Gerald Ficeto, George Zapata, Jose Rodrigues, Stathis Theodoropoulos, …
Early Voting Begins October 25
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Town Engineer Mike Neglia visited the newly completed Kearny Boathouse Dock
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Town Engineer Mike Neglia visited the newly completed Kearny Boathouse Dock. A project transforming our Passaic River waterfront into a true regional asset for local and neighboring rowers. 💰 Fully funded by NJDEP Green Acres – $1.4 million investment 🚣 240-foot dock …
Moody’s Recognizes Kearny’s Strong Financial Management
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Tie Kearny Pink
Kearny came together in pink! The Town of Kearny’s “Tie Kearny Pink” program — led by Ava De Castro Lawdanski — hosted a powerful Breast Cancer Awareness & Education Health and Wellness Fair at Town Hall. Residents took part in free screenings, educational sessions, and wellness resources, all …
Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro joined families and EPIC – Extraordinary Parents of Incredible Kids at Town Hall to celebrate a Down Syndrome Proclamation designating October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Together, they honored the incredible strength, love, and …
Annual Oktoberfest Concert
Residents of all ages gathered for Kearny’s annual Oktoberfest Concert an evening filled with lively music, delicious food from Cousins Maine Lobster, Monte Eats, and Mr. Softee, and plenty of dancing. The Cameos delighted the crowd with their classic tunes, making it a night to remember. Photos By …
Plaque Dedication
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, joined by Councilman Jose Rodrigues, Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro, and Councilman Fred Esteves, along with Recreation Director Ralph A. Cattafi, Recreation Chairwoman Lyla DeCastro Lawdanski, and Vice Chairman Lewis Battista, gathered with families at Gunnell Oval to …
Mexican Flag Raising Ceremony
To mark Hispanic Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day, Mayor Carol Jean Doyle joined Councilmembers Marytrine De Castro, Eileen Eckel, Jose Rodrigues, Gerald Ficeto, and Fred Esteves in celebrating with Kearny’s Mexican community at a flag-raising ceremony in Town Hall Park. Para …
9-11 Flag Raising and Remembrance Ceremony
The Town of Kearny commemorated the victims of September 11, 2001, with a solemn Flag Raising and Remembrance Ceremony at Town Hall’s American Revolution Bicentennial Park. Mayor Carol Jean Doyle honored the seven Kearny residents lost that day, L. Patrick Dickinson, Antoinette Duger, Judith A. …
Harvey Field Ribbon Cutting
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, joined by Council Members Marytrine De Castro, Gerald Ficeto, Dennis Solano, Stathis Theodoropoulos, Eileen Eckel, Jose Rodrigues, and Fred Esteves, along with Recreation Director Ralph A. Cattafi and Recreation Commissioners Lyla DeCastro Lawdanski, Lewis Battista, and …
Overdose Awareness Flag raising and Candlelight Vigil
Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro and Councilman Jose Rodrigues joined the Kearny-Belleville Elks and the Kearny Prevention Coalition for a flag-raising ceremony and candlelight vigil at Town Hall Park. Town Hall was illuminated in purple in recognition of Overdose Awareness Day as the community came …
Back 2 School Backpack Distribution
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro, and Councilman Jose Rodrigues along with community partners at Veolia Water and The Shauger Group, hosted a Back 2 School Backpack Distribution at Kearny Town Hall. Students received backpacks filled with essential school supplies to help …
Ecuadorian Flag Raising Ceremony
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Council Members Marytrine De Castro, Jose Rodrigues, and George Zapata joined the Ecuadorian community for a flag-raising ceremony at Town Hall in celebration of Ecuadorian Independence Day. Residents of Ecuadorian descent make up about 10% of Kearny’s population. La …
Health & Wellness Fair at the Girl Scouts Leadership Center
Kearny Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Councilwoman Marytrine De Castro joined residents on Aug. 8, 2025, for the Mammography Mobile Unit & Breast Cancer Education Program and Community Health & Wellness Fair at the Girl Scouts Leadership Center in Newark. The event, the first of its kind at the …
NJ Property Tax Relief Filing
Dear Kearny Residents, This is a public service announcement to let you — or someone you care about — know that property tax relief is now available, and you may qualify! The State of New Jersey is accepting applications for several valuable programs, including: 🔹 Senior Freeze (Property Tax …
Blue Envelope Program
The Town of Kearny officially launched the Blue Envelope Program, a new initiative aimed at fostering safer, more supportive interactions between law enforcement and individuals with Autism and other communication disorders. Mayor Carol Jean Doyle was joined by Police Chief Scott Macfie, Police …
Peruvian Heritage
Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and Council Members Marytrine De Castro, Jose Rodrigues, and George Zapata joined the Peruvian Civic Association of New Jersey for a flag-raising ceremony at Peruvian Heritage Park and at Town Hall in honor of Peru’s Independence Day (July 28). The event recognized the …
Touch a Truck at the Kearny-Belleville Elks
The Kearny-Belleville Elks recently hosted a Touch a Truck event, welcoming families for an afternoon of hands-on fun. Attendees had the opportunity to explore a wide range of trucks up close Children climbed aboard, honked the horns, and met the professionals who operate these impressive …
Kearny’s Seniors Set Sail on Manhattan Harbor Cruise
Kearny’s seniors set sail for a memorable day on the water, joined by Mayor Carol Jean Doyle and members of the Town Council. With the iconic New York City skyline and Statue of Liberty as their backdrop, lunch, laughs, and dancing made for an unforgettable experience. The event was proudly …
Mikie Sherrill Honors Veterans and Celebrates Independence Day in Kearny
Congresswoman and New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill visited Kearny on the Fourth of July, taking time to personally thank local veterans by stopping at each of the town’s service organizations—the VFW, American Legion, and Marine Corps League West Hudson Detachment. She also …
