NJ Flies Flags At Half-Staff For ‘Career Public Servant’ From Newark

Anthony Villane Jr. was a veteran who served as Long Branch Republican municipal chair and in the administration of George W. Bush.

Newark Mourns For Slain Daughter Of Anti-Violence Activist

The family and friends of Sanaa Amenhotep, 15, will gather Thursday for a heartbreaking farewell. But many questions still remain, they say.

Newark Cop Is City’s 7th To Die Of COVID: ‘Always Had Kind Word’

Hector Moya “always had a kind word on his lips.” He passed away from complications related to the coronavirus, his family says.

Newark, Essex County Mourning For Several Community Leaders

Read messages of condolence for Samuel Okparaeke, Raul Lopez, Carmen Vega and Jesus Casiano Jr.

Steve Adubato, Longtime Political Force In Newark, Passes Away

Adubato, a veteran educator, was particularly influential in the North Ward of the city. He’ll be missed, mourners say.

Coronavirus Claims Life Of ‘Happy-Go-Lucky’ Newark Detective

Marcus Thomas is the sixth member of the Newark Police Department to die from COVID-19 complications since the pandemic began.

Newark’s Michael Jordan Mourns Chadwick Boseman: ‘Forever Linked’

“I wish we had more time,” the Newark native said of his “Black Panther” co-star, who died of cancer at the age of 43.

Newark Detective Dies Of Coronavirus: 'He Loved His City, Family'

Irving Callender loved his community, loved his family, and gave his life for both. “The entire city is shaken,” Newark’s mayor said.

Veteran Newark Police Officer Dies Of Coronavirus

Tolbert Furr served the City of Newark for 25 years. He passed away from COVID-19 complications at Clara Maass hospital, his family said.

2 Beloved Hospital Workers Die Of Coronavirus In Essex County

An ER doctor who beat cancer twice and a “hero” EKG technician on the night shift are two of the latest casualties of the COVID-19 outbreak.

NJ Flags Lowered For Calvin West, Trailblazer From Newark

Calvin West was many things to his hometown of Newark and the state of New Jersey. On Monday, flags were at half-staff in his honor.

Pioneering Newark Politician Passes Away: Calvin West

Calvin West, the first African American to win a citywide office in Newark, has died, officials said.

Late Union Prez Led Historic Wage Climb At Newark Airport

Héctor Figueroa of 32BJ SEIU fought for a historic pay boost for workers at Newark Airport. A memorial service is planned for July 24.

Founder Of Iconic Health Science College In Newark Passes Away

Rutgers University: Stanley Silvers Bergen Jr. believed in health care as a basic human right and advocated for health access and equity.

Newark Mourns Passing Of 1st African American Mayor, Ken Gibson

Ken Gibson "set the stage for every African American elected official in this state."

Newark Activist Remembers Bob Slade, Broadcast Journalist

Bob Slade, a NYC-area broadcast journalist, will be dearly missed, a Newark community activist says.

Renowned Newark Poet, Artist Passes Away: Jerry Gant

Newark Arts: “The city has lost an iconic, prolific and inimitable artist.”

Late Newark Monsignor Helped Transform City After 1967 Riots

A “pioneer in America’s community development movement” has passed away: William J. Linder.

Philip Roth Was ‘Newark To The Core’; Novelist Dies At 85

Newark bids farewell to Philip Roth, “one of the greatest writers of his generation.”

Father Of NJ ‘Police Brutality’ Victim Passes Away

An Essex County man who inspired many with his civil rights activism after his son died has passed away.

Newark Mourns Rodney Gilbert, Arts Community Giant

Newark has lost a beloved member of its arts community, Rodney Gilbert, founder and CEO of Yendor Productions.

Decorated Newark Cop Unexpectedly Passes Away, Community Mourns

Jerome Ramsey, 55, a 30-year veteran of the Newark Police Department, passed away suddenly of natural causes, authorities say.

Newark Obituary: Bob Blake, ‘The Quintessential Good Guy’

Robert “Bob” Blake, 84, passed away at home on Friday, May 26.

Veteran Newark EMT, East Orange Firefighter Passes Away: Claude Sherman

Essex County has lost a lifelong firefighter and EMT, Claude Sherman, officials say.

Newark Mourns African-American Activist: Robert 'Balozi' Alexander Harvey

Robert "Balozi" Alexander Harvey was a staunch supporter of African-American relations in the New Jersey area.

Newark's 'Uggie' Bowen, Community Icon, Shot Dead [VIDEOS]

A fatal shooting victim in Newark has been identified as community icon Eric “Uggie” Bowen, authorities say.

Longtime Newark Crossing Guard, Mother of 2 Passes Away

A familiar face will be missing from the corner of Oliver Street and McCarter Highway in Newark: Erika Whitfield.

Oldest Catholic Bishop In World, 104, Dies In N.J.

The 104-year-old Peter “Leo” Gerety passed peacefully on Sept. 20, church sources say.

Beloved Newark Poet Passes Away: Breya ‘BlkBrry Molassez’ Knight

Newark has lost one of its most beloved local poets and arts leaders. See some examples of how she touched people’s lives here.

Newark Obituary: Mary Catena, Mt. Carmel Church, Senior Citizens Club Member

The lifelong Newark resident was also a member of the Independence Club Monday and Friday Clubs.

Newark Obituary: Donna Lydon, Former Essex County Prosecutor's Office Supervisor

She was a supervisor and secretary for the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office in Newark for 33 years.

Newark Obituary: Joe Lardieri, Ex-Firefighter, Army Veteran

The Newark resident was a firefighter with Engine #13 for the City of Newark for 35 years.

Newark Obituary: Eleanor Dormont, Maplewood Teacher, Delta Sorority Member

The Newark resident also lived in Verona, South Orange, Maplewood, New Providence and West Orange.

Newark Obituary: Joao DaSilva, Gardener of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Union Member

The former Newark resident and union member did the gardening at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church during his retirement.

Newark Obituary: William Massey, Union Organizer and Attorney

The Ireland native was heavily involved in the Newark labor movement.

Newark Obituary: Manuel Sobral, Casa de Tras-Os-Montes President

The Union resident was president of Casa de Tras-Os-Montes in Newark.

Newark Obituary: The Rev. Egionor Cunha, Roman Catholic Priest

Egionor Cunha was a Roman Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Newark.

Newark Obituary: James Walsh, Retired Police Lieutenant

The Newark native and retired police lieutenant was 62-years-old.

Newark Obituary: Saul Simoes, Ex-Heavy and General Construction Laborers Local 472 Member

Newark resident Saul Simoes was a member of the Heavy and General Construction Laborers Local 472.

Newark Obituary: Emilio Serio, Local Artist

The Newark resident’s refurbished studio, once an old church, was commended by the Newark Preservation and Landmarks Committee.