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Kearny, New Jersey

Located in Hudson County, New Jersey, Kearny was established in 1867. Meadowlands Hudson County.
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Founded 1867 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Hudson County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Kearny, New Jersey

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1867 Founded: Soccer Town.
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1899 Incorporated: Kearny was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010 Modern Era: Kearny continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Kearny continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Aug 12, 2026
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Did You Know?

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Soccer Town USA.
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Meadowlands Hudson County.
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Civil War general.
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Kearny was founded in 1867.
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Kearny has a population of approximately 43,000.

Famous People from Kearny, New Jersey

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John Harkes
Association Football Coach, Association Football Player · Born Mar 8, 1967 · Age 58
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William Walker
Diplomat · Born Jun 1, 1935 · Age 90
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Tony Mottola
Actor, Film Score Composer · Born Apr 18, 1918 · Died Aug 9, 2004 (age 86)

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