A history-making sumo wrestler from New Jersey will be among the athletes battling it out at the Prudential Center.
The Bulldogs' dominant season included multiple championship titles at the conference, county and sectional levels.
The Malcolm X Shabazz High School boys basketball team triumphed in the NJSIAA Group 1 State Championship.
These Newark students are getting their oars in the water through a partnership between the school district and Brick City Rowing.
A surprise birthday party and reunion with his medical team was a home run with Lou DiChiaro, a former pro baseball player-turned coach.
The team has secured major championships, national rankings and a return trip to one of the most prestigious indoor meets in the world.
It’s the biggest football game of the year. Here are some local bars and taverns where you can root for the Seahawks – or the Patriots.
Gary Noll, a deaf advocate for accessibility in New Jersey and New York, lays out his case for live captioning at a popular sports venue.
When Lucas came to Newark, one student’s testimony brought him to tears.
"I hope they consider having deaf American Sign Language anthem performers, as well as showing it on TV."
It was the first Esports state title in both the school’s and the district’s history.
Cullen Jones, an Olympic gold medalist swimmer, shared some wisdom and life lessons during an Alumni Night event in Essex County.
Three young hockey fans got a chance to meet the team, skate on the ice, watch a Devils game from up close – and even take a Zamboni ride.
Two talented high school football players from Newark have been nominated for a prestigious “Heart of a Giant Award.”
"Football taught me that if you have the heart, you can accomplish anything," the West Side High School standout said.
A $1.5 million modernization project has crossed the finish line at the Rev. Ron Christian Athletic Complex.
Two former professional sports stars were among those applauding the upgrades at the Essex County Weequahic Golf Course.
A retired educator and marathon runner has channeled the grief of losing his son into a mission of healing, advocacy and healthy living.
They reeled 'em in – and nailed down some local bragging rights.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship broke a record when it came to New Jersey last year. It’s back for another round this weekend.
Essex County is bringing back its annual fishing derbies, including events at Weequahic Park and Branch Brook Park.
The “Fantastic Four” of the Malcolm X Shabazz High School’s boys indoor track team have posted some dazzling relay times.
The Malcolm X Shabazz High School’s Boys Indoor Track Team was invited to the elite meet because of their strong winning season.
Jean Pierre Valencia and Ghandi Romain will be fighting at the Prudential Center in Newark on Feb. 1.
More and more teams are catching on, Gary Noll says. Here are some encouraging updates from a die-hard sports fan.
The Devils hosted their annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night, inviting 12-year-old hockey fanatic Theo Koshenkov onto the ice in Newark.
A series of upgrades recently crossed the finish line at the county-run park in Newark.
After seeing other local pugilists such as Shakur Stevenson fight at the arena, Jean Pierre Valencia enjoyed his own big moment at The Rock.
The amateur standout turned unbeaten prospect will face Virginia's Cody Jenkins on October 12 in a four-round junior middleweight bout.
That’s a wrap for the work at Ivy Hill Park in Newark, county officials said.
A high school football player from Newark recently scored himself a $5,000 scholarship, which he'll put to use at Kean University.
Several New Jersey/New York Gotham FC players earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic Women’s Soccer Team.
Several young anglers from Newark showed off their skills at a series of county-sponsored fishing derbies.
The “Three Diamonds” at Branch Brook Park in Newark/Belleville got a big renovation. Here's what was done, officials say.
The hockey team – which plays its home games at the Prudential Center in Newark – is bringing in Keefe as its 22nd head coach.
A former football star in Newark earned a prestigious “Heart of a Giant Award” several years ago. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.
These American pugilists, including a Newark resident, made a trailblazing appearance in Greenland – and thrilled an eager crowd.
Get ready to bait those hooks: Essex County is bringing back its free fishing derbies for kids and teens.
Mohamed Kamara left his mark on the gridiron while playing at Central High School in Newark. Now, he’s headed to the NFL.
