Why My Classroom Stays Open at Lunch (Letter to the Editor) By the time the lunch bell signals, I’ve already erased the board and pushed the desks back into place. A few students linger in the doorway, unsure whether they’re early or allowed to be there. They don’t ask. They never do. They sit…

Montclair Athletics Blue & White Club Meeting April 16 Calling on all coaches, athletes, families, community members and alumni.

Judge Backs Montclair, Developer in Lackawanna Plaza Lawsuit A Superior Court judge in Essex County has upheld a plan for the expansive redevelopment of Montclair’s Lackawanna Plaza, rejecting a neighboring property owner’s claims.

Baristanet Profile: Mona Lowenthal Maharaj This week's Baristanet Profile is Mona Lowenthal Maharaj. Read about her work, her indulgences, and her favorite parts of Montclair!

Montclair High School Dance Company Presents Annual Show This Weekend More than 60 student dancers. 13 original works. One standout weekend of performance. Montclair High School Dance Company returns to the stage.

NJ-11 Candidate Joe Hathaway On Affordability, Immigration “And you know what's interesting about this race is, because it's a special election, we have to do this all over again in November. Voters, especially Democrats, I say jokingly, they have the opportunity now to test drive a Republican,…

Tech Classes for ‘Modern Agers’ Head to Mills Building in Montclair Combining an existing program it runs in three Montclair locations, a senior-led nonprofit plans the opening of a “Digital Lab for Modern Agers” at the Mills Building, the group announced.

Montclair Boys Lacrosse Surging Out of the Gate The Mounties have begun the new season winning four out of their first five matches. And the lone loss came against Delbarton (11-2, March 31), possibly the top program in the state.

Partners for Women and Justice Spring Benefit to Feature Keynote Speaker Rachel Louise Snyder Partners for Women and Justice will host its annual Spring Benefit on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Glen Ridge Country Club.

Montclair Plan Blocks ICE Access to Town Property, Records Montclair officials this week introduced a proposal that would bar federal immigration authorities from accessing township property and local databases, positioning the measure as a response to the Trump administration’s immigration…

Where Local Chefs Eat on Repeat in Bloomfield If you haven't made it to Binh Duong, it's time to correct that. Here's what to expect.

MontClairVoyant: Snow Is Still a Thing Despite It Being Spring Montclairvoyant navigates a snow mountain of news.

In Support of Mejia (Letter to the Editor) The letter writer states: "...my friend Analilia has worked tirelessly to support working families, call out injustices at both the local and national level and prove that you can be a devoted mom, a partner, and a fearless advocate all at once."

Montclair Boys Tennis Reloads with Experience, New Coach "I am a seasoned lawyer who, believe it or not, likes his job, but has always loved tennis and working with young players who are motivated," said Menken.

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...

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.