Kearny's Annual Oktoberfest Concert at Veterans Memorial Field was a hit, with live music by the Cameos, food trucks, and a selection of Oktoberfest beer at the beer garden. Mayor Santana and Town Council Members joined the Recreation Commission and Department, and residents for a memorable evening …
Tie a Pink Ribbon
Mayor Santana, Council Members, Minette's Angels Foundation, and Mujeres Valientes Unite for Breast Cancer Awareness. Mayor Peter Santana, Town Council members, and representatives from Mujeres Valientes (Brave Women) and Minette's Angels Foundation gathered outside Kearny Town Hall for the …
Kearny’s Blockbuster Family Movie Night!
A big shoutout to the Town of Kearny Department of Recreation & KUEZ for curating such a magical evening for our residents. The event was an absolute hit! Some Fun Filled Highlights from the night: "Luigi’s Mansion" Bounce House for the kiddos. Snapping a memory with Mario & …
National Arts & Humanities Month
Mayor Peter Santana and the Town Council of Kearny proudly declare October as National Arts & Humanities Month! We applaud the West Hudson Arts & Theater Company for connecting communities through art. This October, we celebrate the boundless creativity and vital contributions of artists, …
Kearny High School Remembers 9/11 with Annual Memorial Ceremony
Students from Kearny High School gathered in their school's stadium for the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony. As part of the solemn occasion, an 9/11 commemorative flag was hoisted at the school's dedicated 9/11 memorial site, featuring a fragment of World Trade Center steel and an evocative monument. …
Statement from Mayor Santana on the passing of Deputy Mayor Barbara Cifelli-Sherry.
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Deputy Mayor Barbara Cifelli-Sherry. Many of those within the town of Kearny had the privilege of working with Barbara, and we will miss her tremendously. She had a deep commitment to public service, serving as Second Ward Councilmember and on the …
2nd Ward Councilman Dennis Solano Swearing In
August 8, 2023 Kearny Celebrates the Appointment of Its New 2nd Ward Councilman. We extend our warmest congratulations to Councilman Dennis Solano. Reflecting Kearny's rich diversity through his proud Peruvian heritage. Since making Kearny his home in 2004, he has been active in the community, …
Kearny Police Department Promotions.
August 8, 2023. On Tuesday, the Kearny Mayor and Council recognized the dedication and professionalism of our officers with well-deserved promotions in the Kearny Police Department. Congratulations to Lieutenant Kevin Arnesman, Sergeant Michael Andrews, and Sergeant Ryan Stickno. We deeply …
National Night Out Against Crime
National Night Out Against Crime Kearny residents turned out for the annual National Night Out Against Crime, a lively gathering on Belgrove Drive near the Veterans Memorial Field. The event, spearheaded by the Community Policing Unit of the Kearny Police Department, is part of a nationwide …
Kearny welcomes new mayor, Peter Santana.
Kearny welcomes new mayor, Peter Santana. On July 31, 2023, the Town of Kearny welcomed its new mayor, Peter Santana, in an open public ceremony, sworn in by his predecessor, the honorable Judge Al Santos. (Photos by Barbara Goldberg) …
Kearny Holds Farmer’s Market Block Party
Kearny Holds Farmer’s Market Block Party On July 13, 2023, the Town of Kearny hosted a Farmer’s Market Block Party from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event was open to the public and provide an evening of cultural experiences for children and adults. The Mayor and Town Council joined residents for an …
Town of Kearny Celebrates the 4th of July – A Grand Display of Patriotism
(KEARNY, NJ) – On Tuesday, July 4, 2023, the Town of Kearny held its annual Fireworks Celebration at Veteran’s Memorial Field on Belgrove Drive. Council President Carol Jean Doyle along with Council Members Marytrine De Castro, Peter Santana, Gerald Ficeto, and Stathis Theodoropoulos, joined Lyla De …
Kearny Holds Annual Senior Citizens Picnic
Kearny Holds Annual Senior Citizens Picnic On Thursday, June 15, 2023, under sunny June skies, Mayor Alberto G. Santos and the Town Council joined more than 300 seniors for the annual senior citizens picnic sponsored by the Mayor and Town Council. The event officially began at 11:30 am at …
Town of Kearny Holds Portugal Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Town of Kearny Holds Portugal Day Flag Raising Ceremony Kearny, NJ – On Sunday, June 4, 2023, Mayor Alberto G. Santos, Council Members Marytrine De Castro, George Zapata, Richard Konopka, Peter Santana, Eileen Eckel, Gerald Ficeto and Stathis Theodoropoulos joined Amaro Dos Santos, President, and …
Kearny Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Honors Veterans Who Served and Made the Ultimate Sacrifice for Our Country
Kearny Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony Honors Veterans Who Served and Made the Ultimate Sacrifice for Our Country The annual Memorial Day Parade took place on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 7:00 pm. The parade line of march stepped off at Belgrove Drive and Locust Avenue and traveled south on …
Kearny Holds Ribbon-cutting for Newly Resurfaced Hockey Facility
Kearny Holds Ribbon-cutting for Newly Resurfaced Hockey Facility On Monday, May 15, 2023, Kearny Mayor Alberto G. Santos, and the Town Council along with the Recreation Commission and Department held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly resurfaced Corbett Roller Hockey Facility located in the …
Kearny Names Resident Barbara Cifelli-Sherry Senior Citizen of the Year
Kearny Names Resident Barbara Cifelli-Sherry Senior Citizen of the Year On May 9, 2023, during the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Town Council, Mayor Alberto G. Santos issued a Proclamation recognizing Barbara Cifelli-Sherry as Kearny’s Senior Citizen of the Year. Each year, Mayor Santos selects …
Kearny Eats! June 2nd – June 18th
‘Kearny Eats!’ returns June 2nd to 18th Check out local Kearny eateries offering special discounts and exclusive deals on www.kearnyeats.com. Kearny Eats! kicks off Friday June 2nd and continues through Sunday June 19th. Plenty of time for food fans to check out lots of exclusive food and …
Kearny Recreation Softball Opening Day
Kearny Recreation Softball Opening Day On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Mayor Alberto Santos, Town Council Members Eileen Eckel and Peter Santana, Recreation Commission Chairperson Lyla De Castro Lawdanski and Commissioner Juan Irizarry attended opening day ceremonies for the Kearny Softball Program at the …
Mayor Issues Proclamation to Kearny Resident with 90th Birthday Honors
Mayor Issues Proclamation to Kearny Resident with 90th Birthday Honors Kearny, NJ – Mayor Alberto Santos and the Kearny Town Council attended the 90th birthday celebration for John Patrick Dunrovich at the VFW Post 1302 on Belgrove Drive in Kearny on Sunday, April 30, 2023. Born on St. Patrick’s …
Town of Kearny Accepting Applications for New Street Trees
The Town of Kearny is pleased to announce that it has received a $500,000.00 grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) to plant 300 new street trees and install 28 new rain gardens over the next three (3) years. Residents, homeowners and businesses may request a new …
DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Scheduled April 22, 2023, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Collection Site Located at the Kearny Police Department
The Town of Kearny will participate in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event scheduled on April 22, 2023. This is an opportunity for residents to turn in unneeded, unwanted, unused, or expired prescription medication as a measure of preventing medication misuse, opioid addiction, …
KEARNY’S ANNUAL TOWN WIDE CLEAN UP APRIL 22ND
Kearny Holds Annual Free Dog and Cat Rabies Clinic
Kearny, NJ –The Kearny Health Department sponsored its annual free dog and cat rabies clinic from 9am to 1pm on Saturday, March 26, 2023. The popular clinic was held at the Franklin Elementary School Rear Recreational Field Parking Lot and, as in prior years, was well attended. A total of 169 dogs …
Town of Kearny Celebrates Irish Cultural Heritage, Music and Dance: United Irish Associations of West Hudson Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Kearny, NJ – On Sunday, March 12, 2023, the Town of Kearny celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by participating in the 48th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Organized annually by the United Irish Associations of West Hudson, the parade began in Harrison and traveled along Frank E. Rodgers Boulevard in …
Kearny Mayor Santos participates in Read Across America Day
Kearny, NJ – Mayor Alberto Santos visited Dr. Patton’s 3rd Grade at Garfield School and the North Hudson Community Action Corporation Head Start/Early Head Start Kindergarten and Pre-K class in celebration of Read Across America Day and Dr. Seuss’s 118th birthday. Read Across America Day, celebrated …
Town of Kearny Holds Swearing-In Ceremony for Newly Promoted Police Lieutenant and Sergeants
On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, during the Regular Meeting of the Mayor and Town Council, Mayor Alberto G. Santos, the Town Council and Kearny Police Chief George King held a swearing-in ceremony for newly promoted Police Lieutenant Christopher Levchak and Police Sergeants Michael Farinola, John …
Moody’s Upgrades Kearny’s Credit Rating to A1 from A3
On February 10, 2023, Moody's Credit Agency released a new rating for the Town of Kearny's general debt obligations, upgrading the Town's rating two notches, to A1 from A3. Read the Moody's report here. …
Four Chaplains 80th Anniversary
Remembering the Four Chaplains of the U.S.A.T. Dorchester and Honoring Their Ultimate Sacrifice KEARNY, NJ – A solemn memorial service was held at 12 p.m. on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at St. Stephen’s Roman Catholic Church in remembrance and honor of four United States Army chaplains whose lives …
Parking consultant presents Parking Study to Mayor and Council
On January 24, 2023, parking consultant Robert Baselice presented his findings and recommendations to the Mayor and Town Council. Last year, the Town contracted with Mr. Baselice’s company, Advanced Parking Planning Systems, to prepare a feasibility study to create additional parking opportunities …
