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Kearny, NJ

Kearny is a town in the western part of Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, and a suburb of Newark. As of the 2020 United States Census, the town's population was 41,999, an increase of 1,315 (+3.2%) from the 2010 census count of 40,684, which in turn reflected an increase of 171 (+0.4%) from the 40,513 counted in the 2000 census.

Kearny is named after Civil War general Philip Kearny. It began as a township formed by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 8, 1867, from portions of Harrison Township. Portions of the township were taken on July 3, 1895, to form East Newark. Kearny was incorporated as a town on January 19, 1899, based on the results of a referendum held two days earlier. The Arlington section of town was named for Arlington Station on the Erie Railroad at the Arlington Mill plant, owned by Arlington Mills of Lawrence, Massachusetts.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town had a total area of 10.27 square miles (26.6 km2), including 8.84 square miles (22.9 km2) of land and 1.43 square miles (3.7 km2) of water (13.91%).

Unincorporated communities, localities, and place names located partially or completely within the town include Arlington, New Jersey, Schuyler Corner, and West Arlington.

The town is bordered by East Newark and Harrison in Hudson County, and by Lyndhurst and North Arlington in Bergen County. The Passaic River separates the town from Newark and Belleville, both located in Essex County. The Hackensack River separates it from Secaucus and Jersey City.

Furthermore, Kearny is home to several healthcare facilities, including Clara Maass Medical Center, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical care. The township's commitment to promoting health and wellness is evident in its community events and programs that encourage physical activity and healthy living habits. Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa located in nearby Belleville, offers a range of massages, facials, and other spa services.

Elements Massage, also in nearby Clifton, specializes in therapeutic massages tailored to individual needs. Hoboken Girl is known for its luxurious spa treatments and relaxing atmosphere. Oasys Day Spa located in Wood-Ridge, NJ, offers various spa treatments including massages, facials, and body wraps. Massage Envy, with multiple locations in the area, including Jersey City and North Bergen, provides massage therapy and skincare services.

Top sites in Kearny, NJ are Liberty Science Center, Branch Brook Park Skating, and Newark Museum of Art. 

Population: 40,236 (2023). ZIP codes: 07032, 07099. Area codes: 201, 973. Elevation: 20 feet (6 meters). Area: 9.38 square miles (24.29 km²).

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What is the history of Kearny, NJ?

The area of Kearny Township, created in 1867, had been part of the original Crown Grant of 30,000 acres (120 km2) obtained by Major William Sandford of Barbados on July 4, 1668. Major Sandford named it New Barbadoes Neck after his old home. As was the custom of the time, the Major paid 20 pounds sterling to Chief Tantaqua of the Hackensack tribe for all their reserve rights and titles. Sanford's Uncle, Major Nathaniel Kingsland acquired the property in 1708 and sold the upper western tract of the Grant for 300 pounds sterling to Captain Arent Schuyler two years later. The new purchase included present-day Kearny, North Arlington, Lyndhurst, and Kingsland.

What is Kearny, NJ known for?

In 1982, filming occurred in Kearny at a railroad bridge previously owned by Conrail until its closure in 1977. The abandoned bridge, located at the Passaic River is called the NX Bridge and it was used for the motion picture, Annie. Several scenes were done with the bridge in its open position. Locals call this bridge the "Annie Bridge" and have not had freight operations since the closure. Scenes from the HBO drama series The Sopranos were filmed in Kearny. One of its buildings, used for Satriale's Pork Store, was later razed to prepare for a parking lot. An Irish pub now resides where Satriale's was located.

What are the demographics of Kearny, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 40,684 people, 13,462 households, and 9,921 families in the town. The population density was 4,636.5 per square mile (1,790.2/km2). There were 14,180 housing units at an average density of 1,616.0 per square mile (623.9/km2). The racial makeup was 73.57% (29,933) White, 5.37% (2,186) Black or African American, 0.40% (163) Native American, 4.41% (1,793) Asian, 0.08% (32) Pacific Islander, 12.53% (5,099) from other races, and 3.63% (1,478) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 39.95% (16,253) of the population.

Sources

Town of Kearny

Wikipedia

Liberty Science Center

Branch Brook Park Skating

Newark Museum of Art

Clara Maass Medical Center

Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Elements Massage 

Hoboken Girl 

Oasys Day Spa

Massage Envy

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