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Also on today's calendar: Montclair Spurs Supporters Club Premier League Opening Party and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Burglar Steals $4,600 In Jewelry From Montclair Home: Police (patch.com) — Montclair police are investigating a daytime burglary on Inwood Avenue, where a thief reportedly entered through an unlocked rear door and rummaged through bedroom drawers. Residents later discovered about $4,600 in jewelry missing, and authorities are urging locals to stay alert and secure their homes.
2. Montclair Ambulance Unit Extends Regional Role with Renewed Cedar Grove Contract (tapinto.net) — Montclair residents should know their hometown Montclair Ambulance Unit has secured a new five-year deal to keep providing daytime 911 coverage in neighboring Cedar Grove, underscoring its regional importance. The nonprofit, Montclair-rooted EMS agency now handles about 5,500 calls a year while still training residents and covering local events, reinforcing its central role in area emergency care.
3. Montclair High School Girls Lacrosse Class of '26 Follow Path of Their Coach (montclairlocal.news) — Montclair High School's girls lacrosse seniors from the Class of 2026 are heading to colleges nationwide to continue their playing careers, following the example of head coach and MHS alum Emily Crane. Five standout Mounties, including goalie Sefina Morrison and defender Maya Abell, earned college roster spots after leading Montclair with strong on-field play and leadership.
4. Deniz Appelbaum (montclair.edu) — Montclair readers get a closer look at Dr. Deniz Appelbaum, chair of Accounting and Finance at Montclair State University's Feliciano School of Business. Her profile highlights extensive research on analytics, AI, blockchain, ESG, and fraud detection, along with awards and publications that shape how local students are prepared for a rapidly changing accounting profession.
5. Wanted Man Arrested In Millburn After Cops Find Sword, Knives In Car (patch.com) — A Newark man wanted on an assault and unlawful-knife-possession warrant from Montclair was arrested in Millburn after a traffic stop, where police say they found a katana-style sword and two daggers in his car. He now faces the Montclair-related warrant plus additional weapons charges and was taken to the Essex County Correctional Facility.
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