Start Local: Why Local News Day Matters  Today, April 9, newsrooms and communities across the country will mark Local News Day — a national day of action celebrating the trusted local news and information that helps communities stay informed and connected. 

Healthcare Costs Drive $106.8M Montclair Budget. Here’s What’s Getting Cut Montclair officials introduced a $106.8 million budget Tuesday that would raise municipal taxes by $141 on the average home while cutting spending across police, fire and public works departments to offset rising healthcare…

A Fun and Flexible Summer Tennis Camp for Kids and Teens (Sponsored) Enroll your kids in First Serve Tennis summer camp for fun and healthy tennis activities at Caldwell University this summer.

Obituary: Gail Seeney A memorial service fwill be held Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00 am at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 119 Elm Street in Montclair.

From West Caldwell to Gilead: Mattea Conforti Breaks Out in ‘The Testaments’ Conforti talked to Montclair Local while on a break from her studies at Harvard University to promote “The Testaments,” which debuted April 8 with a three-episode premiere.

Council Wrestles With Garbage-Laden Snow Dumps Maddening Montclair Residents angrily confronted officials at Tuesday’s Montclair Township Council meeting over garbage-laden snow piles at Essex and Erie parks, as the town debated how to clean them up.

Old Bank Razed as Montclair ‘Senior Hub’ Moves Ahead at Municipal Building In a visible sign of progress toward the completion of a “Senior Hub” at Montclair's Municipal Building, workers have demolished an adjacent bank building to make space for parking.

Insomnia Cookies Brings Late-Night Treats to Montclair To celebrate the opening, Insomnia Cookies will host a grand opening event on Saturday, April 11, from noon to 3 a.m.

Montclair Story Salon Presents: ‘The Summer That Changed Me’ This inspiring event on April 23 raises funds to support neighbors in need through financial assistance, so that every child is empowered to build confidence and make lifelong memories at camp.

A Montclair resident and longtime orthodontist returns to the Boston Marathon this April for the third time, using the race to support suicide prevention efforts and raise awareness of available resources. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/mont...

A Montclair resident is appealing a Superior Court ruling that approved the township’s affordable housing plan for the next decade and rejected her objections. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/resi...

From April 6 through April 14, voters can go to the polls in person to cast their ballots in the race for the seat left vacant by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/nj-1...

What was once a gathering spot for young families has become unusable, residents say, after the township dumped road snow that is now melting into debris-filled pools at Montclair’s Essex Park. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/afte...

From April 6 through April 14, voters can go to the polls in person to cast their ballots in the race for the seat left vacant by Gov. Mikie Sherrill. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/nj-1...

While you can usually order from the regular menu at the bar, these spots go a step further with dedicated bar menus that make sitting at the counter feel special. montclairlocal.news/2026/04/loca...

Montclair State University Presents Annual Fashion Show Through a wide range of styles and silhouettes, the show becomes a space of distortion and discovery, encouraging audiences to pause and appreciate the creativity unfolding before them.

Obituary: Gerald Nagy A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Saturday, May 9, at 11 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Upper Montclair, 53 Norwood Ave.

NJ 11 Candidate Conversations Monday and Tuesday at Temple Ner Tamid This program will also be available for streaming on the TNT YouTube channel. 

Obituary: Norbert A. D. Albertson He also wrote the scripts for several martial arts movies, including "The Black Dragon's Revenge" (1975), "The Super Weapon" (1976) and the cult classic "Death Promise" (1977).

Oratorio Society Of New Jersey to Present ‘America Inspired!’ on April 25 Celebrate 250 years of American music with 'America Inspired!' featuring renowned composers at the Oratorio Society of New Jersey.

Faith Leaders, Congregants Walk 10 Miles to Newark ICE Facility in Good Friday Pilgrimage More than 100 participants began the walk at 8 a.m. April 3 at First Congregational Church in Montclair, stopping at several houses of worship along the way.

Baristanet Profile: Tracie Strahan  Meet Tracie, a reporter at WNBC who starts her day at 2 a.m. and still finds time to savor Montclair’s brunch scene. From early mornings to cozy nights with a good book, she shares why Montclair delivers NYC vibes — just with easier parking.

Walnut Street’s Pizza Scene Expands: More Spots, More Slices in Montclair Walnut Street is having a pizza moment.

Montclair Police to Host ‘Take Me Home Registry’ Event April 8 The registry allows police to maintain important information that can help first responders better assist individuals who may have difficulty communicating, become disoriented or need additional support.

Gov. Sherrill to Move to Drumthwacket This Summer In a Friday morning announcement with First Gentleman Jason Hedberg, Sherrill said she was excited to share the news with New Jerseyans.

Obituary: Janette Vaughn (Holland) Kittrell She was employed at Bendix for more than 30 years before retiring.

Montclair State University Musical Transfers to Lincoln Center with Full Student Cast The production features more than two dozen student performers, stage managers, and musicians, culminating in a special concert presentation at Lincoln Center’s David Rubenstein Atrium on April 26.

MontClairVoyant: ‘No Kings’ and Other Things Montclairvoyant says no to monarchy.

‘SeaChange’ Immersive Art, Sculpture Exhibit Riding Into Montclair The surf-themed cyclorama exhibit “SeaChange” by Brooklyn-based artist Debrah Pearson Feinn and Montclair filmmaker Jerry Fried, a former mayor of the township, will be presented April 10 – 12.

We’ve rounded up the best things to do in the Montclair area this weekend, from live music, films and theater to fun social happenings. Plus, there are great picks for kids, so everyone in the family can join in on the fun. montclairlocal.news/things-to-do...

Obituary: William J. Milczarski Mr. Milczarski spent 42 years in Montclair, where he built a life defined by dedication to his family, his community, his students, and his field of study.

Mejia and Hathaway Face Off In Heated First and Only NJ-11 Debate Democratic candidate Analilia Mejia and Republican candidate Joe Hathaway debated in the virtual event jointly sponsored by The New Jersey Globe and Rider University's Rebovich Institute.

April Fools’ Day: Local Pranks Deliver Laughs This year’s April Fools’ Day lineup delivered — with clever twists that made us pause, double-take and even fall for it.

Congratulations to Jon Bon Jovi, who was honored with a 2026 James Beard Impact Award for JBJ Soul Kitchen Community Restaurant and JBJ Soul Foundation! If you haven't been, we highly recommend a visit to JBJ Soul Kitchen: montclairlocal.news/2025/11/all-...

YMCA of Montclair Launches Free Veterans Wellness Initiative Starting this April, participants will connect weekly over the course of 12 weeks, for in-person guided workouts paired with educational Zoom sessions. 

Residents Push for Street Safety as Montclair Rolls Out Fixes Jacob Nieman, the township’s new Complete Streets director, responded to resident concerns and outlined broader plans to improve traffic safety.

Obituary: Rose Pettoni She enjoyed cooking, getting her hair and nails done, and Tuesday lunches with her friends at Calandra’s Italian restaurant.

Counterfeit Bills Used at Two Bloomfield Avenue Business, Police Report At Qahwah House, an employee told police the suspect purchased a pastry using a fake bill before leaving the store and heading east on Bloomfield Avenue. A short time later, the same individual entered Tous les Jours.

Obituary: Gwendolyn Williams Her kindness, humor, and unwavering love will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Montclair High School Girls Lacrosse Aiming for a Trophy The Montclair High School girls lacrosse has in recent seasons come close but not been able to bring home a championship.

Montclair Celebrates Gender Diversity, Underscores Transgender Rights With a fluttering string of pink, white and blue flags and signs showing support for transgender people, Montclair’s Township Council celebrated gender diversity advance of International Transgender Day of Visibility Tuesday,…

The new Italian restaurant brings a farm-to-table menu, coastal flavors, full bar and outdoor seating to Bloomfield Avenue. montclairlocal.news/2026/03/camp...

Montclair Symposium to Explore Challenges and Opportunities of Aging The program will feature keynote speaker Allison Gilbert, an Emmy Award-winning journalist and author, in discussion with Paula Span, a longtime New York Times journalist. Montclair residents are invited to take part in a…

Temple Sholom of West Essex students conjure a magical Passover Temple Sholom of West Essex students performed a Passover play, “Harry Potter & The Unleavened Break,” on March 24 and 25. Temple Sholom of West Essex students conjured up an enchanting early Passovercelebration with a touch of…

Montclair High School Softball Under New Leader Goes Up Against Best of the Best in Essex The Mounties will be taking on some of the top softball programs in the state including Mount St. Dominic and Cedar Grove.

How Montclair Voted Ward-by-Ward in $17.6M School Referendum No recount requests were filed by the Saturday, March 28, deadline, meaning the results are final, according to the Essex County Clerk’s Office.

What Are Your Montclair Traffic Safety Concerns? Montclair to Host Meeting Tuesday What are your Montclair traffic safety concerns? Go to the meeting and tell your local officials.

Feast in the Kitchen: Chef Roberto Carnero After graduating from the French Culinary Institute, he spent 23 years working alongside some of the best chefs in New York and New Jersey, including time in Montclair kitchens such as Samba and Costanera. Meet Chef Roberto Carnero of Warique in…

Where Play Meets Purpose: Join MFEE’s ‘Minute to Win It’ This spring’s fundraiser – “Minute to Win It” – promises an evening of fast-paced party games and friendly competition, all in support of the 6,000 students who attend Montclair Public Schools.

Montclair High Girls Hoops Build Foundation Under New Coach With just a couple seniors on the team and a new head coach, Montclair High School girls basketball showed that they could be a team to be reckoned with in the future.