“The committee inquired ‘How is it possible Essex Regional bills can go unpaid for years,” said Brian Fleischer, chairperson of the school board’s finance committee
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Montclair School Budget Would Add $497 to Typical Tax Bill
The owner of a home assessed at the township’s typical value of $631,882 would pay $12,025.35 in school taxes, the school business administrator said. This would mark an increase of $496.66 over what the typical homeowner paid last year, according to Christina Hunt
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Familiar Face to Lead Montclair’s Glenfield Middle School
Frances Aboushi has served as Bradford Elementary School’s principal since May 2021 and before that served as assistant principal, teacher and house leader at Glenfield School, the district said.
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Montclair Schools Withhold Budget Doc in Pattern of OPRA Denials
Montclair Public Schools failed to respond to Montclair Local’s New Jersey Open Public Records Act request 16 business business days after after the filing
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Montclair’s Walnut Street Fair is Back – A Celebration of Local Businesses & Community
Celebrate community spirit at the Walnut Street Fair! Enjoy food, music, and family activities on May 4 in Montclair.
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Local Families of Transgender Youth Face Struggles, Uncertainty
Local families of transgender young people are facing numerous struggles following President Donald Trump’s moves hostile to gender non-conforming people. They’re scrambling to obtain legal documents, find supportive peers, and prepare go bags if they have to leave the country suddenly, while lobbying their legislators about pending state bills.
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Montclair State Student Journalists Earn National Honors for ‘Arizona Stories’
“I’m thrilled for these students who worked hard, set out to produce some difficult stories, and created a terrific piece of journalism,” said Montclair State Professor Steve McCarthy. “They did it with a passion and dedication that is rare. They deserve this recognition.”
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Montclair Public Schools Announce New Superintendent (UPDATE)
Montclair Board of Education voted unanimously to appoint Ruth B. Turner as the next superintendent of Montclair Public Schools at a special meeting Wednesday.
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Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month at the Farah Festival
An afternoon filled with music, dance, storytelling, and food!
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The Passing Notes Need Your Support
The group is also in the process of recording their 2024-25 album. Funds will support that effort and help ensure future generations of the group have the resources to compete, record and continue making great music.
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Whistleblower Lawsuit Claims Montclair Schools Covered Up Bullying
The Montclair Public Schools former mental health and anti-bullying coordinator claims in a lawsuit that the district fired her following her refusal to suppress reports of Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying.
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Baskets Ready? Easter Egg Hunts, Bunny Sightings and More!
We’ve handpicked the best family-friendly activities, so gather your peeps and let the Easter adventures begin!
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Finding the Right Support for Your Birth Journey and Postpartum: North Jersey Doulas (Sponsored)
Kelley Nazarian’s journey into the world of birth support happened in an organic way. Having always worked with babies, children, women, and families, becoming a doula was a natural next step.
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Meet Glen Ridge’s Youngest Entrepreneurs at TREP$ Marketplace
Young entrepreneurs get to showcase their creativity this Wednesday, April 2 at the TREP$ Marketplace. From handmade crafts to innovative projects, there’s something for everyone.
