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Faith on Two Wheels: Holy Cross Cemetery Blesses New Harley Davidson Motorcycles for North Arlington PD

By Maxim Almenas, Director of Marketing & Communications, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark
Email: Maxim.Almenas@rcan.org

Following a special blessing by Father Michael Barone, members of the North Arlington Police Department joined Mayor Daniel H. Pronti, Borough Council representatives, and staff from Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark outside the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J., to celebrate the donation of two motorcycles to the department.

Members of the North Arlington Police Department, Mayor Daniel H. Pronti, Borough Council officials, and staff from Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark gather with Father Michael Barone after the blessing of two Harley-Davidson motorcycles outside the Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J. The ceremony celebrated faith, service, and community partnership.

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The rear fender of one of two Harley-Davidson police motorcycles donated by Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark displays the department’s unit number and a stained-glass decal inspired by the mosaics of the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J.

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Lieutenant Anthony Scala and Patrolman Matthew Konieczny of the North Arlington Police Department skillfully maneuver their newly blessed Harley-Davidson motorcycles outside Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum’s Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit. The officers comprise the department’s elite Motor Unit, known for their precision and professionalism.

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A close-up view of one of the Harley-Davidson police motorcycles donated and blessed at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum in North Arlington, N.J. Known nationwide for their strength, reliability, and iconic design, Harley-Davidson motorcycles have long been trusted by law-enforcement agencies across the country.

NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. — Beneath the soaring arches of the new Open-Air Mausoleum of the Holy Spirit at Holy Cross Cemetery & Mausoleum, Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Newark blessed and donated two new Harley-Davidson motorcycles to the North Arlington Police Department.

The ceremony celebrated both faith and service in motion. Officers from the department’s Motor Unit rode into the courtyard with practiced ease—the deep hum of their motorcycles carrying across the sacred grounds. Known nationwide for their strength, stability, and craftsmanship, Harley-Davidson police motorcycles are trusted by departments across the country for their reliability and presence.

The blessing, led by Father Michael Barone, chaplain of Holy Cross Cemetery, was a gesture of gratitude for the officers who ensure safe and dignified processions into one of the nation’s most renowned and award-winning Catholic cemeteries.

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Bayonne Police Department Holds Swearing-in Ceremony for Chief Joseph Scerbo, Deputy Chief Andrew Quinn, and Six Sergeants

Bayonne Police Promotions: The Bayonne Police Department held a promotional ceremony for its new Chief, Deputy Chief, and Sergeants.  Pictured left to right: Public Safety Director Robert Kubert, Mayor Jimmy Davis, Police Chief Joseph Scerbo, Deputy Chief Andrew Quinn, and Sergeants Kyle Y. Davis, Damon A. Galano, Deana Mendez, Joseph McDonough, Nicholas Lawson, and Sean Crowley.  

     Police Chief Geisler’s Walk-Out Ceremony:  On the occasion of his retirement, the Bayonne Police Department held a walk-out ceremony to honor Chief Robert Geisler as he left the department.  Pictured left to right:  Former Police Chief Robert Geisler, Captain James Donovan, and new Police Chief Joseph Scerbo.  

    On Wednesday, October 1, in the City Council Chambers, the Bayonne Police Department held a swearing-in ceremony for its new Chief, Joseph Scerbo, its new Deputy Chief, Andrew Quinn, and six sergeants: Kyle Y. Davis, Damon A. Galano, Deana Mendez, Joseph McDonough, Nicholas Lawson, and Sean Crowley.  

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Bayonne to Hold Health Fair on Thursday, October 16; Rain Date Friday, October 17

Bayonne holds Health Fair

          Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that the City of Bayonne will hold a health fair on Thursday, October 16, from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., in Fitzpatrick Park, which is located on Avenue C, between 26th and 27th Streets. 

          The fair will offer Bayonne residents the opportunity to receive free senior services, health screenings, health information, and other services. The Hudson Regional Health Commission will be offering flu and COVID-19 (coronavirus) vaccines, as well as health education.

          Participating organizations include healthcare-related entities, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations.  Up to thirty groups are expected to participate. Participation is subject to municipal approval.

Mayor Davis said, “The 2025 health fair will provide our residents with a great opportunity to receive health services and information in one convenient location.  The City of Bayonne is very happy to offer this important health fair for our residents.”  

In the event of rain on Thursday, October 16, the health fair would take place on Friday, October 17, at the same hours and location.

Mayor Davis concluded, “I would like to thank the Division of Public Health, the Clinic Nurses, the Office on Aging, and all of the participating organizations, agencies, and services for coming together for this event.  I urge Bayonne residents to drop by the health fair and take advantage of this great opportunity to improve their health.”

For more information, please call the Public Health Division at 201-858-6100.

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Linda J.Hockstein Real Estate Attorney Joins Mandelbaum Barrett PC, Attorneys at Law, as Partner

Linda J. Hockstein has joined Mandelbaum Barrett PC, Attorneys at Law, as a Partner in their Real Estate Practice, where she will be practicing out of our Bayonne, NJ office!

Before joining the firm, Linda founded The Law Office of Linda J. Hockstein in January 1996, a highly regarded real estate law firm in Hudson County.

Linda’s practice covers both commercial and residential real estate transactions. She handles hundreds of residential closings each year, including condominium units, single- and multi-family homes, and rental and investment properties, approaching each with professionalism and careful due diligence. On the commercial side, she assists clients with the acquisition and sale of investment properties, mixed-use developments, industrial sites, and warehouse buildings. She is frequently retained to manage complex transactions, including construction loans and refinancing.

Linda earned her J.D. with honors from Rutgers School of Law – Camden and her B.A. from Rutgers University. She is admitted to practice in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.

Mandelbaum Barrett PC noted, ‘We’re thrilled to have Linda join hashtag#TeamMandelbaum and expand into Hudson County!”

Linda will be working from their Bayonne, NJ office located at: 660 Broadway, Bayonne, NJ 07002

Find out more about Linda here: http://bit.ly/4nxrcEZ

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Hudson County Community College Rings in 50 Years with Jubilant Anniversary Celebration

Hundreds of attendees, including HCCC students, alumni, faculty, and staff, along with community members, celebrities, and local luminaries came together for a rousing celebration of HCCC’s 50th anniversary. Pictured here: DJ Prince Hakim, HCCC President Dr. Christopher Reber, and HCCC Vice President for Advancement & Communications and Executive Director of the HCCC Foundation Nicole Johnson.  

The unforgettable event featured celebrities, local leaders and luminaries, students, alumni, faculty, staff, trustees, and members of the community.

– The champagne was popping as Hudson County Community College (HCCC) kicked off its yearlong 50th anniversary celebration, Fifty and Forward in style on September 9th. The College marked the major milestone with a memorable day of events that brought together students, alumni, faculty, staff, trustees, and community partners in a spirited reflection on the past and an inspired look toward the future. The kickoff was a major success, drawing in hundreds of attendees and honoring five decades of transformation, access, and excellence.

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A Solo Exhibition by Beth Achenbach

Beth Achenbach-Peace

Curated by Catherine Hecht
Part of the Jersey City Art & Studio Tour (JCAST 2025)                                                     

October 4 & 5, 2025 — Alley Cat Gallery, Jersey City, NJ

Beth Achenbach Cancel Culture-Crushed

In what may be her final participation in the Jersey City Art & Studio Tour, artist Beth Achenbach presents One More for the Road, a two-day solo exhibition of her photographic and digital work in the intimate setting of Alley Cat Gallery. Unlike years past, when she shared exhibition walls, this year’s event is a full takeover: every wall, every image, every gaze is devoted to her creative vision.

One More for the Road-Group Image

For more than two decades, Achenbach has made JCAST weekend a homecoming of sorts — greeting friends and neighbors, meeting new art collectors, and sharing her evolving bodies of work. This October, she leans into both celebration and reflection: the show is a mark of gratitude, a moment of closure, and an invitation for viewers to journey with her through the images she has created and the stories she has told.

“For me, JCAST has always been about connection—welcoming people into the space, sharing stories, and finding beauty in unexpected places,” says Achenbach. “This show feels like a love letter to the community that has supported me since 2002. It’s both a celebration and a goodbye.”

Achenbach is also partnering with two special guest makers, who will host tables during the show:

Each guest artist brings their own creative energy, offering works that echo or contrast with Achenbach’s themes. Their presence is also a nod to the collaborative spirit of the arts community she’s been part of for so long.

About Beth Achenbach

Beth Achenbach has been an active voice in Jersey City’s arts community for more than 20 years, participating in JCAST since 2002. She was the first visual artist ever featured at Art House Productions, her art was included in “Vital Voices”, the first ever LGBTQ+ group show in JCAST, and she has been recognized as a Jersey City Cultural Leader by the city. Known for transforming everyday objects into striking compositions. Achenbach’s visual language hovers between fragility and resilience, which is seen in her ongoing exploration of discarded objects, still life, and textured surfaces. From her acclaimed Crushed series, in which discarded cans become poetic forms, to more recent explorations of still life and layered textures, Achenbach’s art is grounded in the act of seeing differently. Art House Productions, Inc.+1

Her exhibitions at Alley Cat Gallery have become annual touchpoints for visitors returning year after year, eager to see how her work evolves. Through her practice, Achenbach has not only shared images but also fostered dialogue—about art, community, and the stories embedded in the overlooked corners of life.

Join Beth Achenbach for One More for the Road—a singular exhibition that honors more than two decades of creativity, community, and connection in Jersey City.                                                                                                                                        

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Hispanic Catholics to Celebrate Faith, Culture at Jubilee Mass

Cardinal Tobin Will Preside Over Spanish-Language Mass Featuring Multinational Flag Procession

Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, will celebrate the Archdiocese’s Hispanic Heritage Jubilee Mass on October 10, 2025, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark. (Photo by Archdiocese of Newark/Julio Eduardo Herrera)

River View Observer Contributor- Spanish-speaking Catholics will honor their faith and culture during the Archdiocese of Newark’s Hispanic Heritage Jubilee Mass on Friday, October 10, at 8 p.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark.

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Bayonne Division of Recreation Buddy Baseball to Participate in the Guinness World Records and Yogi’s Big Catch Challenge!

Mayor Jimmy Davis announced that the athletes of Bayonne’s Buddy Baseball will have an opportunity to break a sports record.  They will join with other ballplayers in an attempt to break the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ record for the Largest Game of Catch (baseball/softball).  This effort will require a minimum of 973 pairs – or 1,946 participants – playing catch simultaneously for five minutes.

How will it work?

On Sunday, September 21, the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt will take place in Yogi Berra Stadium in Montclair, New Jersey, with pairs organized on the ballfield and concourse in assigned positions, three meters (9’ 10”) apart from one another.  The stadium is named for the late Yogi Berra, a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.  Berra was a star catcher for the New York Yankees and a manager for both the Yankees and the Mets.   He was a longtime Montclair resident.   

Athletes from Buddy Baseball will have an opportunity to play catch with their teammate or a Buddy, or they can be spectators for the event.

Pete Amadeo, Bayonne’s Superintendent of Recreation, stated, “We are very excited for this opportunity for our athletes to participate in a record-breaking event.  They will be part of something special, together, that will be in the record books!”

For anyone interested in being a Buddy for Buddy Baseball athletes, please contact Pete Amadeo at 201-858-6129 or email BAYONNEREC@AOL.COM.