Montclair residents share stories and reflections on the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington and “I Have a Dream” speech.
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Breaking: Alixon Collazos-Gill Stays in State Assembly Race
Montclair’s Alixon Collazos-Gill is remaining in the race for State Assembly. Her husband, Brendan Gill, will seek re-election as Essex County Commissioner.
Launching the New Montclair Local
Today we are together. Back in April, we announced that Montclair Local and Baristanet would merge to create one stronger, all digital-only news operation. Today that vision reaches a milestone with the […]
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill Visits YMCA of Montclair, Discusses Childcare Funding
On Thursday, August 17, Rep. Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) visited the YMCA of Montclair’s Early Learning Center to discuss the childcare and community services provided to families in the greater Montclair […]
Montclair Considering A Change to MC Residences to Allow Short-Term Rentals
Montclair officials are reviewing a proposal to approve short-term rental units in a building currently under construction, originally approved as rental apartments. The Township Council introduced, by a vote of […]
Montclair Church Plans To Rebuild, Warns of Scammers
Montclair’s Grace Presbyterian Church is looking ahead, with plans to rebuild, after the historic church suffered significant damage from a fire Tuesday, said Pastor Robin Miller Currás at a press […]
Friends of the Howe House to Host ‘MLK I Have a Dream’ Festival
The event on Saturday, August 26, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., will include a beautification project, a recital of Dr. King’s speech by local students and a dance performance.
Join Special Guest Zain Asher and Montclair Local at ‘A Night Out for News’
“A Night Out for News” is a first-ever fundraiser for Montclair Local and if you care about local news, you don’t want to miss it.
Grace Presbyterian Church Message of Thanks and Community Service Invite
A service of prayer and hope will take place on the manse lawn this Sunday, August 20, at 10 a.m.
Weekend Events: Live Music, Art, Comedy, Celebrations and More!
This weekend events guide column is sponsored by Kate McDonough and Paul Gold. So many great local events to enjoy this weekend! From live music and concerts to comedy and […]
Montclair Bans Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers and Moves Lackawanna Plaza Plan Forward
Montclair’s town council voted Tuesday night to ban gas-powered leaf blowers, but the ban, passed in a 4-1 vote, shared the meeting — which lasted just over four and a […]
Montclair High School Football is Ready to Tackle ‘Unfinished Business’ in 2023
The Montclair football season ended with a thud last year and this year’s seniors are looking to try to make up for what happened last fall.
Connie Chung Service Area is Officially Open
Get Burger King, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and shop at Applegreen at exit 153.
Emergency Meeting Audio: Former Mayor Questions Payroll As Reason for Emergency
During the eight minutes of audio from Montclair’s hastily scheduled emergency meeting, following the death of interim town manager Joesph Hartnett, Mayor Sean Spiller offers this explanation of why the […]