Lapolla presented a 2024 municipal budget of $102.8 million, with a 1.17% total increase from 2023. This would be a 2.96% increase in the local tax levy, bringing the average residential annual tax bill of $21,995. The budget also includes $8 million in surplus funds generated over the past year.
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Trina Paulus and ‘The Art of Hope for the Flowers’ at Montclair Public Library
“The Art of Hope for the Flowers” is a seasonal exhibit that brings the art of international author and 93-year-old environmental warrior Trina Paulus to inspire all from June 5 to June 29.
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Scenes from the 2024 Montclair African American Heritage Parade
What a gorgeous day for a parade! How many beautiful faces do you recognize in our parade slide show?
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To the Top: Montclair Climber Jesse Grupper Headed to Paris Olympics (VIDEO)
A Montclair local set to represent Team USA in the 2024 Paris Olympics, Jesse Grupper started climbing when he was six years old.
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Weekend Events: Music, Film, Parade and More
From live music to shows and art to fun social events, we’ve got your weekend plans covered. Here are your weekend events highlights!
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Long Wait to Replace Outdated Traffic Signals at Dangerous Intersection
“The overrepresentation of right- angle crashes at the intersection of Park Street and Bellevue Avenue can be attributed to outdated traffic signal design and hardware.”
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Scenes From Montclair High School Pre-Prom at Van Vleck House & Gardens
Montclair High School’s Class of 2024 gathered at Van Vleck House & Gardens on May 28, for the tradition of pre-prom photos.
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Montclair Postmaster Alan Meyers to Retire after 38 Years
After 38 years, Meyers is saying goodbye to the post office he opened. As customers shower him with goodbyes and gifts, Meyers reflects on his time and what’s next.
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Local Flavor Face-Off: Veggie Burger
It’s National Burger Day, and we don’t want vegetarians to feel left out! So in this “Local Flavor Face-Off,” we’re checking out local versions of the veggie burger.
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Black Bear Back in Montclair
The black bear that has been roaming around Essex County was back in Montclair, spotted Saturday night at a Highland Avenue home below Mills Reservation.
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Council Allocates $6 Million to Clary Anderson; Lackawanna Plaza Redevelopment Approved
Residents packed the penultimate meeting of Montclair’s town council Thursday. They watched the hearing and final vote to approve the Lackawanna Plaza redevelopment plan, ordinance O24-O9. But it was the allocation of $6 million to address much-needed repair issues at Clary Anderson Arena, that got the biggest reaction from many parents and children.
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Weekend Events: Music, Film, Theater and More
From live music to shows and art to fun social events, we’ve got your weekend plans covered. Here are your weekend events highlights!
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Montclair Man Bikes 1000 Miles to Highlight Health Disparities Impacting Black Americans
Kirk Charles is biking 1000 miles to raise awareness of health disparities impacting Black Americans and inspire people to live healthier lifestyles.
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BOE Votes to Approve New Contract for Superintendent through 2029
On Monday night, five members of the Montclair Board of Education unanimously voted to approve a new contract for Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Ponds.
