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At Pickles, Olives, Etc. in Lyndhurst, everything old is new again By Kevin A. Canessa Jr.

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hen we first heard about the new business on Valley Brook Avenue in Lyndhurst called Pickles, Olives, Etc., we had a chance to speak with the owner and proprietor, Simon Karaben. And of course, one of the first things we said was how unique it was Lyndhurst was getting its first-ever pickle and olive shop. And that of course, there probably weren’t all too many others in the area. That’s when we were stopped in our tracks. That’s because the business has been around in one shape or form for the last say 20 years. “My sister and brother-in-law started the business,” Karaben says. It started two decades ago and there was an incarnation on Ridge Road, 267 to be precise. But after a while, about six or so years ago, the brick-and-mortar version shut down and Simon and his wife, Esra, picked up the pieces by continuing to offer pickles, olives, etc., at farmers markets near and far — not limited to but including one you may know — Kearny, Nutley and beyond. But once the cold weather came,

goodbye were farmers markets — and then it wouldn’t be until the spring when the Karabens would be able to do their thing. Not surprisingly, however, many of their customers clamored for them to do something year round. They were universally loved by their customers and the warm weather months just weren’t enough for the demand. And so finally, after years of having to haul gigantic barrels and other items from market to market, the Karabens settled on their new location at 554 Valley Brook Ave. (once home to the beloved the J&B Men’s Shop owned and operated by the great Bernie Vigner, among many other establishments, most recently a tattoo shop.) “Our customers recognize us still,” Simon Karaben says. “But we’ve expanded the etcetera part of the business to include artisanal items, cheeses, sweets, mustards, sun-dried tomatoes, marinated mushrooms, sauces and various high-end olive oils — among other items. The variety is improved so we can bring our customers the best variety when they come in for a visit.” See PICKLES, Page 2

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In what could only be characterized as once-in-a-lifetime, a relic of St. Jude (Thaddeus), one of Jesus’s 12 Apostles, made its way to Kearny, St. Stephen’s Church to be precise, on Dec. 11, 2023. The relic is believed to have been a bone in the saint’s arm. St. Jude lived until around 65 AD and is widely known to be the Patron Saint of Helpless Causes. The Rev. Joseph Mancini, pastor of St. Stephen’s, says an estimated 1,700 to 2,000 faithful descended on Kearny for this most rare opportunity.

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KPD: Three boys, 14, arrested in attempted Kia theft By Kevin A. Canessa Jr.

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hroughout the night and early morning Dec. 11-12, multiple Kias were stolen as a result of the vehicles’ anti-theft systems being relatively elementary, the Kearny PD said. Around 10:20 a.m., Officer

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about 4 a.m.). Detectives will investigate. For this incident, however, each was charged with burglary, attempted theft of a vehicle, conspiracy, criminal mischief (for the shattered window and damage to the steering column) as well as obstructing the administration of law, resisting arrest and possession of burglars tools. They will be released to their parents and guardians and it is unlikely that any consequence of note will result from this, but at least the vehicle wasn’t stolen and used in further criminal activity or crashed/ destroyed.

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LPD: Recent habitual offender arrested after shooting airgun at neighbor

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The Observer, Kearny council minority, being unjust to majority, LaClair says To the Editor: Enough of the attacks on the majority of our Town Council members. For the 22 years when Al Santos was our Mayor, and the three months when Peter Santana was, our Town Council functioned properly. The same Council members who have governed us so well for so long, are still in their seats. What has changed is who now sits in the Mayor’s seat. Had the current Mayor done her job, known how to nominate a replacement

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Man, 37, shot dead in Belleville; boy, 4, also hurt in same incident By Kevin A. Canessa Jr.

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37-year-old man was shot and killed in the afternoon of Dec. 16 on Mill Street in Belleville and a 4-year-old boy was shot and injured in the same incident, Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and Belleville Chief of Police Mark Minichini said. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the fatal shooting of Francis Medina, of Belleville and the 4-year-old boy injured in the shooting. On Dec. 16, at about 2 p.m., Belleville police responded to a report of a shooting on

ESSEX COUNTY the 100 block of Mill Street. Police located Medina at that location suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Clara Maass Medical Center, Belleville, and was pronounced dead at 3:17 p.m. The boy was taken to an area hospital, where he’s listed in stable condition. The investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at (877) 847-7432. Calls will be kept confidential.

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Continued from Page 2 The shop itself proves that easily. Aside from the obvious, the shelfs are filled with the aforementioned items. And because of this, coupled with their history (most recently the farmers markets), we paid one visit to the store and bumped into several customers who loved the place. One even raved about it. “We were so excited to see they would be open all year round,” the man, Charles, who declined to share Points his0last name, says. “We’ve already been in several times and plan on coming back regularly.” No whilst one might think a shop like this one would be considered gourmet-ish — make no mistake about it, the quality of the food is high end — what one won’t find here are prices you might find if you were shopping around Hoboken or the Village in Manhattan where prices sometimes climb through the proverbial roof. “Our aim is to serve the custom-

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Simon estimates there are close to 30 kinds of olives and 15 or so varieties of pickles, too, so not only is the selection great, it’s vast. Around Valentine’s Day, they create pickle bouquets, too — that has to be an awesome alternative to flowers, no? And, best of all, if one needs more than just a few items, the Karabens will prepare special trays and/or gift baskets — again, all reasonably prices — for takeaway. And generally, they only need about a day’s advance notice. So don’t delay — head on over to Pickles, Olives, Etc. soon. You won’t regret it. The shop, at 554 Valley Brook Ave., is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekdays and 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays. They’re closed Sundays. During the holidays, however, you might see Simon, Esra, et al there a little later than the announced closing times — so give it a shot if you’re late. Find them online at www.picklesandolives.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/picklesolivesetcc. (Yes, there are two “Cs” at the end there.) Reach them on the phone at (609) 957-8582.

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Summer work paying off for North Arlington boys basketball to be playing varsity to get their JV year in the summer,” Jimenez said. “So now, when The North Arlington boys they come up to the varsity basketball team had its own level, they’re like ‘alright, okay, version of summer school this I got some varsity experience.” past June, July and August That experience has proven only the classrooms were at valuable already as eight difbasketball courts all throughferent players are averaging at out North Jersey. least five points per game this Between leagues in Paterseason. son, Bayonne and Ramapo Leading that balanced College, second year head approach has 6-foot-3 sophocoach Marcus Jimenez more wing Jesse Calfayan at estimates that this group 14 points per game. Calfayan, played 30 games together this who emerged as one of North summer. Many of those games Arlington’s top players as a came against larger schools freshman last year, is poised as the emphasis was placed to be one of the NJIC’s top on improving and getting his players. young roster prepared for the “Jesse’s starting to become a winter, more than wins and two-level scorer,” said Jimelosses. nez. “He can score from out“I think playing in the offside, he can score from inside. season was one of the biggest But one thing that’s underratthings that we needed to do,” ed is his ability to pass to ball said Jimenez. “Yeah, we are to open guys. going to struggle (in some of Junior guard Justin Bonthese games) and that’s part of nell is another starter who the growth process.” has made significant strides The high school season is since last season. Thursday’s only a few days old, but if the opener saw Bonnell score a first two games are any indicacareer-high 13 points. tion, the work in the summer Joining them in the backis certainly paying off. court is senior Ibrahim Gabr, The Vikings opened this who plays bigger than his listseason with a 66-44 victoed height of 5-foot-11 and has ry at Saddle Brook this past emerged as a team leader. Thursday, then two days later, With North Arlington they followed it up with a missing two key contributors 56-40 win over Hawthorne on Saturday, Gabr and fellow Christian. senior starter Jayden Morales “We played a lot of games, delivered 10 and 12 points but the objective was for the respectively. freshmen that were going to be playing varsity and for the See BASKETBALL, Page 10 sophomores that were going By Jason Bernstein

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Jody wins 400th game for KHS Hill becomes just the sixth girls basketball coach in Hudson County to win 400 games, Throughout her now 28 a list that includes her high years as the girls basketball school coach, Jack Rodgers head coach at Kearny, Jody of Harrison. Hill joins Bill Hill has always found the DeFazio (576 wins at St. Animpact she has had on dozens thony and Marist), Bayonne’s of young women to be more Jeff Stabile (570), Pat Longo rewarding than any win total of Holy Family (568), Rodgers or accomplishment. (535) and North Bergen’s Dan On Thursday afternoon, Reardon (452) in the excluunbeknownst to Hill, she sive club. reached rarified air in coachThere are believed to be ing with her 400th career less than 60 girls basketball win with the Kardinals’ 61-21 coaches statewide to have victory over St. Dominic won 400 games Academy. But more meaning“I had so many talented ful than the milestone was the players I had the opportuniopportunity to share it with ty to coach, this 400th win her family, friends and several goes to them. All of them,” former players who were on Hill said. “I wouldn’t be hand. here without them. Some of “That’s the most rewardthem helped really mold the ing part of coaching to me. program to become successful The little messages you get and have a winning tradition from some of the players you year after year. It’s all a credit coached just thanking you for to the athletes of Kearny that the impact you had on their have dedicated and chosen to lives and getting positive rebelieve in me and gave me the sponses about how you helped opportunity to coach them.” guide them or mold them or Under Hill’s watch, the actually change the direction Kardinals have become a of where they were going,” consistent winner, finishing said Hill. “That’s my favorite .500 or better in 13 consecupart of doing what I do.” By Jason Bernstein

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tive seasons and 17 out of the last 18. Last season was perhaps the most successful of her entire tenure at Kearny as the Kardinals went 22-7, tying a school record for victories, and they reached the Hudson County Tournament semifinals for the first time Kearny, which also reached the North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 semifinals, had three seniors (Maci Covello, Ava Hyams and Natalie Osorio) commit to play basketball in college. Hill herself is one of the greatest girls basketball players to ever come out of Hudson County, scoring 2,098 career points. As a senior, Hill was named All-State, First Team by The Star-Ledger after averaging 26.6 points, 9.4 assists and 4.3 steals per game and leading the Blue Tid to a North Jersey, Section 1, Group 2 championship. Hill then went on to play at Pace University where she became the program’s career assist leader. After serving as a graduate assistant for one season at See HILL, Page 10

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Continued from Page 9 Pace, Rodgers helped set Hill up to interview for the head coaching job at Kearny with then athletic director Jim Cifelli. By Hill’s third season, the soccer-centric school had become a consistent state tournament qualifier despite playing in a loaded Watchung Conference that featured some of the best teams in the state. Despite the success, Hill has never looked to move on to a bigger basketball school, electing to stay at the place

that gave her a chance to be a head coach at the age of 23. “Once I started at Kearny, my heart just stayed in Kearny and I couldn’t imagine myself anywhere else,” said Hill. I’m a teacher here. The kids of Kearny have been amazing and a pleasure to coach. “As the relationships have grown and then you start seeing sisters of players coming through the program and it’s just an ongoing thing where I couldn’t imagine coaching somewhere else and possibly having to go against Kearny because it is my second home. “There’s just no reason to ever leave. I just felt home.”

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member of The VFW. He was a self employed carpenter and also worked for The Recreation Commission and Board of Education all in Kearny. Jim and his wife Betty loved to travel, especially cruises. Husband of the late Betty (nee Wetmore), he was the loving father of Jim White (his wife Victoria), Glenn White (his wife Edith), Don White (Linda) and David White (his wife Leigh). Brother of the late Walter White, John White, Daisy Allen and Margaret Armitage. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Stacy, Jimmy, James, Jennifer, Edith, Philann, Glenn, Erin, Bethany, Macgregor, David and Kaylee along with 13 great grandchildren and “one more on the way”. It was Jim’s wish that you consider a donation to The Wounded Warriors in his memory.

Rosemary E. Moore Rosemary E. Moore died after a short illness Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023. She was 104. The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Ave., Harrison, on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 9:15 a.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison, at 10 a.m. Her interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives may visit Friday, Dec. 15, from 3 to 8 p.m. and Saturday morning after 8:30 a.m. To read her complete obituary or to send a condolence message to her family, please visit www.mulliganfh.com. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice or to Holy Cross Church, 16 Church Square, Harrison, N.J. 07029.

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NEW RENTAL! N. Arlington - $3,250 2 Bdrms - 1,206 Sq Ft Luxury Apt. - Open concept - LR, DR, EIK, Full Bath, In-unit Laundry – private parking – New Building “The Bend” - fitness center, elevator and smart key access.

NEW RENTAL! N. Arlington - $3,250 2 Bdrms - 1,206 Sq Ft Luxury Apt. - Open concept - LR, DR, EIK, Full Bath, In-unit Laundry –private parking – New Building “The Bend” - fitness center, elevator and smart key access.

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Kearny - $1,368,380 Multilevel Commercial Space - Approx. 29,000 Sq Ft. - 3.5 Fl. - Tailgate Dock - Drive-in - Garage and dock access behind building 4 Lavatories - Being sold “AS IS”.

Kearny - $498,560 2 Fam. - 2 Units - each unit has 2 Bdrms, LR, Ktchn, Full Bath. Being sold “AS IS”.

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Kearny $736,838 3 Fam. - 6 bdrms – Unit 1- 2 bdrms, Unit 2-3 bdrms, Unit 3-1 bdrm, full fin bsmt, oversized garage, parking 4+ cars , 4 meters, 4 heaters, large newer boiler.

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Kearny - $599,000 1 Fam. - 3 bdrms - Open Floor concept, renovated kit, 2.5 baths, full finished bsmt, 2 car garages, swim spa heated pool.

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JUST SOLD for $422,683! Kearny - 1 Fam. (mother/daughter) - 6 bdrms – 2 full baths – LR – DR- Ktchn’s unfin. Bsmnt-deck – detached garage – driveway.

JUST SOLD for $430,000! Kearny - 2 Fam. - 2 Units - each unit has 1 Bdrm, LR, Kit,, full bath. 1 car garage. Being sold “AS IS”.

JUST SOLD for $580,000! Kearny - 2 Fam. - 2 Units. Unit 1 3 Bdrms, LR, EIK,, full bath. Unit 2 2 Bdrms, LR, EIK, full bath

JUST SOLD for $550,000! Kearny - 2 Fam. - 2 Units - Unit 1 2 Bdrms, LR, EIK,, full bath. Unit 2 - 2 Bdrms, LR, EIK, full bath, bonus room.

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Kearny - $1,875 2nd Floor Apt. -2 Bdrms, LR, large Ktchn, full bath, freshly renovated

Kearny - $3,500 1st & Ground Floor Apt. - 3 Bdrms, 2.5 baths, modern EIK, stainless appliances, LR, balcony, 1 car parking.

Newark -$2,500 3rd Floor Apt. - 3 Bdrms – LR /DR– 2 Full baths-bonus room-laundry hook-ups- stainless steel appliancesparking space.

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Newark $2,799 2nd Floor Apt. 2 bdrms - 2 full bths, Luxury New Brand new apartments, central air, hardwood flrs, laundry in unit, stainless steel appliances.

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KEARNY

HARRISON

Beautifully updated 2 family house in Kearny for an investor or owner occupant. Close to public transportation, schools, shopping, restaurants and more. Easy commute to NYC!

Large 2 Family Home with 9 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished attic and a nice yard. Prime location with 13 minute walk to PATH station and parks.

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23 year old established business with a loyal following. Great opportunity in a convenient location!

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HARRISON UNDER CT CONTRA

Charming newly remodeled colonial home. Boasting hardwood floors throughout, First floor offers a large living room that flows into the dinning room and new modern eat in kitchen and full bathroom. Large backyard perfect for entertaining. Second floor offers 3 bedrooms, and a full bath,with new hardwood floors.

Asking $529,000

KEARNY UNDER CT CONTRA

Completely renovated home. Offers open concept living. First floor has living room with led recessed lights, dining room, brand new kitchen with stainless appliances. Asking $488,000

Charming colonial on a tree lined dead end street featuring 4 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Bath.

Asking $499,000

Large size 2 family conveniently located, easy access to all major highways and path station. Asking $649,000

KEARNY

UNDER CT CONTRA

SOLD!

2 family home with driveway and over sized 2 car garage. Asking $525,000

Wonderfully maintained home that overlooks a large park. The home offers a gorgeous kitchen 3 ample size bedrooms and 2 full baths. 1 car attached garage.

Asking $579,900

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EAST NEWARK 2 BR apartment, 1 bath, EIK, LR, stove, Air conditioners and ceiling fans. Refrigerator included. No Pets. No Smoking. Heat included. $1700 + 1.5 months security . (973)494-1213 Working couple preferred Available February 1st

KEARNY 1 BR. $1450 + 1.5 months security. Utilities included. No Pets/smoking. Single person prefered. Available December 15th Text only (201)8885477 31W03

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HARRISON HARRISON Sussex St. 1 BR, Ground Fl. Walk To PATH & NJIT. $1200 + Utilities, 1.5 months security, Parking $50.00 No Pets. Available December 16th. (973) 687-7500 31W03

HARRISON 2nd floor, 3 1/2 BR’s, LR, DR, EIK $1,800 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separate. No Smoking/Pets. Credit Check. Close to TRANS & PATH, Avl. December 15th (973)5176544 or (973)207-7796 32W03

HARRISON 2ND FLR 2 BR/1B Spacious & Sunny LR, EIK $2400 + 1 1/2 mo sec No Smoking/ No Pets Poss Garage. Convenient loc. Avail Jan/Feb, poss sooner. Text (732)5980496 31W03 HARRISON 1st floor. 5 rooms, 2 BR’s, Walk to PATH, $1850 + 1 Months security. Utilities separate. No Pets/ Smoking Call (973) 484-3152 33W03

KEARNY One bedroom apartment, 3 rooms in Kearny. First floor. Nice location. Close to stores. Includes use of basement for storage. $1675.00 per month, utilities not included. Off street parking. Single or couple preferred. No smoking, no pets. Call between 10:00am and 7:00pm. 201-997-2341 31W03

KEARNY 2nd floor Newly Renovated 3 bedroom, access to patio, $2300 + 1.5 months security. separate utilities. no pets/ smoking Available December 15th (201)7729965 31W03 KEARNY 6 family home, Newly Renovated. 2nd fl. 2 BR, $1,400+ 1 1/2 months security. Utilities separate. No pets. No Smoking Avl. Now (201) 916-9460 32W03 KEARNY 2 BR’S, LR, EIK, 1 BATH $1350 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separate, No Pets/Smoking Avialable December 26th (201)406-1924 33W03

LYNDHURST LYNDHURST Newly renovated 1st floor 3 bedroom, 5 rooms. EIK. Spacious LR. Laundry space. $2200 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separate. No Pets/ smoking. Close to train station. Available December 15th Call 973900-1852 31W03

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BELLEVILLE $700 + 1 months security. Utilities included. Fully furnished. Male preferred. Call after 5pm (973)707-6921. Se Habla Espanol 32W03

KEARNY Office/Medical space in great location in center of town/ Kearny Ave. approx 1300 sq feet. Call for details: (201)538-1319

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KEARNY Rare vacancy for 1 person. To rent private room. With own sink and refrigerator. In a quiet handsome house. Manager on premises. Close to public transportation. Street parking available. Positively no pets/ smoking. Gentlemen preferred. Good credit rating. 4 weeks security required. $155 weekly. Call or text Pamela (973) 830-7498 31W03

EMPLOYMENT/ HELP WANTED

Part Time Plumbing Subcode Official $29.90-$39.00 per hour Open to NJ residents. Must possess valid NJ DL and HHS license issued by the NJ Dept of Community Affairs Job Description 05056 http://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/05056.htm Position is provisional and subject to the Civil Service exam process. Click here for online application http://www.kearnynj.org/JobOpportunities Deadline for application is 12/29/23 . The Town of Kearny reserves the right to interview and hire before the deadline. 30W04

ROOM FOR RENT NEWARK Share Bath & Kitchen, $150 + 2 weeks security. Everything included! No Pets/Smoking Available Now (973)960-5068 or (908)494-5790 32W03

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Fire Prevention Specialist Part-time position, Under direction, inspects premises of buildings to detect and eliminate fire hazards and to enforce the provisions of relevant fire safety codes and related regulations; does other related duties. Possession of a current valid Fire Inspector certification issued by the NJ Dept of Community Affairs required. 24.5 hours per week, $33.00 -$39.00 per hour. Applications are available at: https://www.kearnynj.org/job-opportunities/ Application Deadline is 12/29/23. The Town of Kearny is an equal opportunity employer. The Town of Kearny reserves the right to interview and hire before the deadline. 30W04

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT 1,000 sq/ft perfect for office $2700 + 1.5 months security. Utilities separate. Available Now (201)889-3118

Blood drive set for Dec. 21 in Harrison The Town of Harrison hosts a blood drive Thursday, Dec. 21, from 1 to 7 p.m., at the Harrison Recreation Center, 401 Warren St. Donors will receive a pair of Christmas socks. Walks-ins will be welcome if capacity permits, but appointments are recommended and may be made at donate.nybc. org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/310506. Remember to eat and drink before donating and bring a photo ID.

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Part time superintendent for 24 family garden apartment in Kearny. Must live in building discounted rent. Please email resume to barbaragerbasio@att.net

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30 OBITS Continued from Page 13 Philip G. Johnston Philip G. Johnston, 72, of Nutley, formerly of Kearny, died Dec. 15, 2023. He was the devoted father of Philip James George Johnston and his wife Lauri, and Janine Martino. Loving grandfather of Megan, Paige, Emily and Kayla. Dear brother of Linda Sode and her husband Robert. Philip is also survived by his two stepsons, Philip and Patrick. Philip was predeceased by his loving partner Patricia Schulze, his siblings Richard Johnston, Alan Johnston and Bronwyn Giglio. He graduated from Kearny High School in 1969. Philip

The Observer n www.theobserver.com was a selfless man, always giving back to Hudson County, belonging to many different clubs or organizations, He was a member of the Pioneer Boys of America, Hudson County Optimist Club, Chairman of the Hudson County Community College Foundation where he served for many years. He was also a member of Forest Hill Country Club, Bloomfield. He also organized the annual Easter Egg Hunt in West Hudson Park. In his spare time, he loved boating golfing and spending time with his family. He was a friend to many and will be truly missed. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. A celebration of life gathering will take place Saturday, Dec. 23 from 2 to 6 p.m. in the Forest Field Club, Bloomfield.

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Kearny Giving Tree Network does it yet again!

Each holiday season, the Kearny Giving Tree Network provides countless Kearny children and teenagers with presents they might not otherwise get. It’s all a collaborative effort spear-headed for years by Kearny Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, the Kearny-Belleville Elks and an uncountable number of volunteers and generous donors. Here, just some of the volunteers who made this all possible are seen on distribution day, including from left, Melanie Pasquarelli, JoAnn Carratura, Jay Balough, Jerry Ficeto, Doyle, Marytrine DeCastro, Stathis Theodoropoulos and Bill Dow. ‘We are so very grateful to the Kearny PBA, FMBA, PTA membership/Jillian Anne, UNICO, Lee’s Florist, the Shauger Group, Inc., Larry Handlin, APC Riders, Nu Way Confectionery, Donegal’s Saloon, Melanie Pasquarelli and Lisa Sibrel,’ the mayor said.

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$395 IN OFFICE WHITENING Mina A. Elfar, D.M.D. General, Cosmetic, & Family Dentistry

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GOOGLE REVIEW "This is the best dental practice I've been to by far! Professional and friendly staff. Took me in right away. Very clean and new office. I was extremely impressed. Dr. Elfar and all his staff is personable and committed to providing the best care. Will be recommending to all my friends and family! 5/5!" -Rami Alrabaa

FLEXIBLE HOURS • EARLY, LATE AND WEEKEND HOURS

NEW LOCATION! 480 CENTRAL AVE. • JERSEY CITY, NJ • T: 201.222.0002 837 KEARNY AVE. KEARNY, NJ T: 201.991.1055

2 W NORTHFIELD RD. STE 302B LIVINGSTON, NJ T: 973.758.8922

645 MAIN ST. HACKENSACK, NJ T: 201.347.5001