Collazos-Gill Of Montclair Begins Term As NJ Assemblywoman

Alixon Collazos-Gill (NJ-27) will represent Livingston, Millburn, Montclair, Roseland and West Orange and Clifton.

This NJ Law Could Battle Flooding. So Why Isn’t Anyone Using It?

Supporters say stormwater utilities are “flood defense.” Critics say they’re a “rain tax.” Could they be the solution that New Jersey needs?

Montclair Will Elect Mayor, Council Members In 2024 (How To Run)

Think you can do it better? Here’s a chance to put your money where your mouth is, Montclair.

Montclair Celebrates ‘Muslim Heritage Month’ With Proclamation

New Jersey has one of the highest percentages of Muslim residents in the nation, Montclair’s proclamation points out.

Longer Workweek Approved For Montclair Interim Town Manager

Montclair’s interim town manager will be putting in more hours on the job in 2024.

Montclair Council OKs Temporary Town Budget For 2024

Montclair's temporary spending plan contains provisions for traffic safety improvements, an administrator said.

Rumors Of ‘Privatization’ In Montclair Not True, Officials Say

Montclair’s town manager said there are no plans to privatize “anything having to do with garbage or the kennel at the animal shelter.”

Massive US Military Budget Gets Support From 9 New Jersey Lawmakers

The largest military budget in the world is on the brink of expanding (again). Here are the New Jersey Congress members who voted "no."

'Build A Senior Center,' Frustrated Montclair Residents Tell Council

WATCH: Members of Aging in Montclair implored the town council to “get the ball rolling” on a senior center.

9 Community Groups In Montclair Seek CDBG Funds In 2024

VIDEO: Representatives from each group gave presentations to the Montclair Town Council about their proposed projects.

Essex County Board OKs Pay Raises For Prison Correctional Officers

A deal was reached after some “very difficult but always in good faith” negotiations, an official said.

Part-Time Officials In Montclair Got Full-Time Benefits: Report

Montclair greenlighted hundreds of thousands of dollars in health care benefits for several officials – but questions linger, a report says.

Montclair School Board Election Results Certified: See Final Tallies

Incumbents Phaedra Dunn, Melanie Deysher and Allison Silverstein emerged victorious in Montclair.

Rent Has Soared At Montclair Apartment Building, Tenants Say: Report

Some tenants claim their rents have gone up between 20 and 40 percent since a new corporate owner took over in 2021, a report says.

Montclair Holds Budget Hearings For 2024: WATCH

The new year is yet to come, but Montclair has already kicked off its 2024 budget season.

Montclair Council Approves 3 Contracts Involving Homelessness

The town council unanimously renewed its agreement with MESH, and approved an agreement involving Essex County’s “Code Blue” program.

Montclair School Board Election: Dunn, Deysher, Silverstein In Lead

The 2023 Montclair Board of Education race saw nine candidates compete for three open seats. See the latest results here.

Election Results For NJ-27: Wins For McKeon, Bagolie, Collazos-Gill

Candidates were John McKeon and Michael Byrne (Senate), and Rosy Bagolie, Alixon Collazos-Gill, Irene DeVita, Michael Mecca Jr. (Assembly).

Montclair Election: Who Is On The Ballot In 2023?

Montclair voters will get to cast ballots in school board, county and state Legislature races. See a list of candidates here.

Israel-Hamas: Vigil In Montclair Will Demand Release Of Hostages

A table setting for those kidnapped will include a chair identifying each hostage separated from their families, organizers said.

Montclair Town Council Takes Stance On Israel-Palestine: VIDEO

“Antisemitism and Islamophobia are always unacceptable and the horrific loss of Israeli and innocent Gazan lives is a collective tragedy.”

Roger Terry Joins Montclair Council: ‘Let’s Agree To Disagree’

Montclair’s newest council member says he and his peers should be able to disagree – and still work together for the township.

It’s Time To Squash These ‘Threats To Democracy,’ NJ Advocates Say

While there are plenty of horror stories, there are also reasons to be hopeful, activists said at a “pro-democracy” summit in Essex County.

Montclair 2023 Election Guide: See Candidates, Learn How To Vote

Here's what you need to know about voting in the 2023 general election if you live in Montclair.

Montclair Council Chooses Terry To Fill Empty Seat After Fiery Meeting

Roger Terry will fill the empty seat left vacant by Peter Yacobellis. But some council members aren't happy about how it all went down.

Montclair Looks To Fill Empty Town Council Seat, Meeting Scheduled

Peter Yacobellis resigned last week. Now, his peers on the Montclair Town Council must decide on a replacement.

Montclair 2023 Election: NJ Voter Registration Deadline Nears

The voter registration deadline for the 2023 general election is Oct. 17. See some helpful links here.

Yacobellis Resigns From Montclair Town Council, Will Move To WA

The councilor-at-large’s resignation took effect immediately.

Montclair Extends Term Of Interim Town Manager, Michael Lapolla

When Lapolla took the reins of the town’s top administrative position, Montclair saw its 4th person to occupy the seat within five months.

Green Light For Lackawanna: Montclair Council Takes Long-Awaited Vote

A major hurdle has been overcome. But the debates on one of Montclair’s most controversial real estate projects in decades aren't over.

Voter Registration Deadline Nears In Montclair For 2023 Election

Are you a Montclair resident who plans to vote in the 2023 general election? The clock is ticking – here’s how to register.

Finding Common Ground: Sherrill Ranked ‘Most Bipartisan NJ Official’

Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat from the state’s 11th district, represents several towns in Essex, Morris and Passaic counties.

Lackawanna Plaza Update In Montclair: Hearing Scheduled, Master Plan

Get ready for another round of debate as Montclair officials continue to discuss the controversial project.

Landscapers Sue Montclair Over Leaf Blower Ban

The plaintiffs include companies based in Montclair, Verona, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, Essex Fells, Nutley, Livingston and West Orange.

Montclair’s New OPRA Portal Goes Live (How To Request Public Records)

People who seek public records from the Township of Montclair can request them through an online portal. Here’s how.

Montclair Fall Hydrant Inspection, Flushing Will Take 3 Weeks To Complete

"There may be unavoidable discoloration of water and some loss of pressure during flushing in your area," Montclair town officials said.

Longtime Activist From Essex County Guns For Menendez’s Senate Seat

Lawrence Hamm, a Montclair resident with deep ties to Newark, is running for Senate in 2024. He previously challenged Cory Booker in 2020.

Jann Wenner Book Talk Canceled In Montclair Amid Controversy

Wenner, the co-founder of Rolling Stone, has been thrust into the spotlight for comments he made about female and Black musicians.

Mikie Sherrill Visits Montclair To Discuss Federal Child Care Funding

It was the third time in two months that Rep. Sherrill has visited Montclair as part of a legislative campaign.

Yacobellis Ends Montclair Mayoral Bid, Cites ‘Happiness’ As Key Factor

Peter Yacobellis also said he doesn’t plan to run for town council again in “one of the hardest notes that he’s ever had to write.”