The Glen Ridge Country Club’s plans to cut down 56 trees – something that drew protesters to the club over the weekend – are on hold after the Zoning Board last week adjourned a hearing on the club’s plans to expand outdoor amenities.
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Glen Ridge Police Investigating Altercation on Carteret Street
On Saturday, November 9, 2024, officers responded to a report of an altercation on Carteret Street involving two juveniles. Upon arrival, officers encountered a large group of juveniles who attended a party in the area
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Mailers, Schmailers: New Jersey Voters Don’t Know Candidates for Governor
According to the latest Rutgers Eagleton Poll,, New Jersey voters don’t know who the candidates for governor are. Except perhaps in Montclair.
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Glen Ridge Country Club Expansion Plan Calls for Cutting Down 56 Trees
A plan to expand the Glen Ridge Country Club’s outdoor amenities calls for cutting down 56 trees and building a kiddie pool closer to the property line than the local law allows – something that has neighbors concerned.
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‘Civic Virtue’: Montclair Honors Veterans With Invocations, Speeches
“Veterans represent the best of Montclair and the best of America,” said Mayor Renee Baskerville. “They are talented, unflappable with courage, selfless and unshakably devoted.”
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Smell Burning in Montclair? Air Quality Declines Amid Passaic County Wildfires
Wildfires burning in Passaic County are to blame for the poor air quality in the Montclair area on Saturday afternoon, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service confirmed.
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Montclair Doc Opens Second Clinic in Haiti
Lamp for Haiti relies on donations for its work and is again reaching out for support from local residents at its annual gala to be held Friday, Nov. 8, from 5:30 to 11 p.m. at the Glen Ridge Women’s Club, organizers said.
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First Public Hearing on Community Development Block Grant Monday
The first hearing will be Monday, October 28, 7:00pm, and is open to the public. The CDBG grant program, timeframe and potential projects and programs will be discussed at the meeting and both potential applicants and the public are invited to attend.
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Sandra Long Weaver: Trailblazer for Black Journalists
Sandra Long Weaver, a Bloomfield resident and founding member of the National Association of Black Journalists, was the first Black woman to be managing editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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Troop 12 Celebrates Centennial with Gala at Montclair Art Museum
Troop 12 is celebrating 100 years of scouting in Montclair with their Centennial Celebration Gala on Saturday.
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What to Know Before Removing a Tree in Glen Ridge
When more than 20 trees were suddenly marked with a bright red X on a wooded corner of the Glen Ridge Country Club property, residents noticed. A new shade tree ordinance requires an application to remove any tree and requirements to replace healthy trees.
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Glen Ridge Public Library Launches ‘Your Library, Your Voice’ Survey
Add your voice by taking a five-minute survey to help shape Glen Ridge’s long range strategic plan.
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Attorney General Launches Statewide Campaign to Combat Bias Incidents
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced Monday the launch of No Hate in the Garden State, a campaign to raise awareness about bias incidents and bias crimes.
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Two Montclair Walking Tours You Don’t Want to Miss
If you’re a Montclair history fan, here are two walking tours to put on your calendar.
