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Outpost in the Burbs Presents ‘Freedom and Faith’ on February 8
The concert is a tribute to the late Jenny Amlen, sister of Grammy award-winning producer and owner of Sound on Sound Studios in Montclair, David Amlen.
Montclair Public Schools Announce Expansion of Pre-K Program
Montclair Public Schools will host a district-wide information session on January 8 for families interested in the Mini-Mounties program. Representatives from every provider location will be present at this session.
Essex County Details Deer Hunt Plans for 2025
To maximize safety, South Mountain Reservation, Hilltop Reservation, Cedar Grove Park and all parking areas and walking paths inside the reservations will be closed to the public on the days the program is held.
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Welcome First Baby of 2025
Born to Lesley Calle and Jonathan Garcia of Bloomfield, NJ baby boy Jayden Garcia weighed 8 pounds, and 6 ounces and measured 20 inches
West Orange Classic Film Festival Returns with Vintage Cinema Intrigue
The West Orange Classic Film Festival is back for its 19th season, offering an exciting lineup of vintage cinematic gems filled with mystery and intrigue.
Montclair Public Schools Announces Hiring of New Athletic Director
Matthew Belford comes to the district with 23 years of experience in athletics, six of those years being in administration.
Montclair Public Schools Hiring for New Tutoring Program for Grades 3-6
The program will provide targeted, small-group instruction to help students excel academically. The tutoring will begin in January 2025 and continue through May 2025.
Obituary: Robert ‘Wade’ Amadeo
Family will receive friends and relatives in his honor on January 5, 2025, from 2 – 5 pm at the Atrium at MHS George Inness Annex, 141 Park Street.
Montclair Fire Department Hosts Ceremony to Honor Promotions
On December 12, the Montclair Fire Department hosted a ceremony to honor Duncan and a group of firefighters who were also promoted.
Become a Docent: Volunteers Needed at Turtle Back Zoo
Essex County Turtle Back Zoo has an exciting Docent program. Docents – specially trained volunteers – give educational talks, act as guides, and are stationed throughout the Zoo to provide […]
Six Montclair Residents Named to Sherrill’s 2024 NJ-11 Heroes
Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) announced 25 members of the NJ-11 community chosen to be honored as 2024 Heroes. Six Montclair residents made the list.
Montclair High Boys Soccer Honored with Otto Haas Sportsmanship Award
This is the first time a Montclair High School soccer team has been selected for this award in program history.
Impact100 Essex Awards a Record $50,000 to BIPOC-Led Nonprofits
This is the fifth year that Impact100 Essex has awarded these grants and, to date, this giving circle has funded a total of $170,000 in Equity Grants.


