He Collected Trash For 2 Years. Find Out Why At Montclair Art Exhibit

“Unrecyclable: Look Again” will be on display at The Space in Montclair. An opening reception takes place on Aug. 14.

Around Montclair: Voter ID + ICE + Housing + Giant Tree + Bears

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Montclair Music Venue Fights Food Insecurity With $20,000 Donation

Outpost in the Burbs boosted the Human Needs Food Pantry and Toni’s Kitchen with a pair of $10,000 donations.

Montclair Firefighters Rescue Trapped Driver After Car Crash

A person was trapped in an overturned vehicle after a two-car crash in Montclair. Firefighters got them out, authorities said.

Road Rage Leads To Fight In Montclair, Police Say

A driver honked his horn at another motorist. They got out of their cars and started arguing – and then got physical, police said.

‘Barknic’ Fundraiser In Montclair Will Feature Vendors, Music, Adoptable Pets

Wise Animal Rescue will hold its biggest fundraiser of the year at Lackawanna Station. Here's what to expect.

Triple-Whammy Tax Hike Lurks For Montclair Homeowners: See The Numbers

“It was a challenging year for municipal government,” a Montclair town administrator said.

Around Montclair: Voter Purge + ICE Updates + Real Estate Lawsuits + Bears

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Good News In Essex County: 100th Birthday + World Cup + Music + Veggies

New Jersey is filled with humor, inspiration and kindness. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County.

Montclair At-Large Council Seat Is Up For Election, Town Accepting Petitions

The 2026 general election will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 3.

National Night Out Will Return In Montclair: Food, Music, Entertainment

The free celebration is open to the public. The event helps to foster connections between police and the community they serve.

These Montclair Nonprofits Scored $850K In Latest State Budget

“These organizations represent the incredible work happening every day across our district,” a New Jersey assemblywoman said.

Montclair Nonprofit Grows Fresh Veggies, Shares With Local Seniors

The Northeast Earth Coalition has been sharing its healthy bounty of vegetables with dozens of low-income seniors. Here’s how to help.

Montclair Firefighters Make Late-Night Rescue After Fall Down Steep Embankment

It was “too far down and too steep” for a simple carry-out. Here’s how the rescue was done, firefighters said.

Montclair Man Tried To Join ISIS, Pleads Guilty Along With 2 Conspirators: Feds

Two men planned to go overseas and fight for ISIS. A Montclair resident bought one of them a plane ticket, prosecutors said.

NJ Purging Thousands From The Voter Rolls After Registration 'Error'

Will Gov. Sherrill turn over their info to the Trump administration? How common is voter fraud in New Jersey? Here’s what we know so far.

Dirt Bike Stolen During Montclair Burglary, Attempted Burglary Reported: Police

Someone broke into a local resident’s garage and stole a dirt bike. An attempted burglary was reported at another home, police said.

Woman Flashes Genitals At NJ Eatery After Being Denied Free Frozen Yogurt, Police Say

A customer allegedly exposed her genitalia to staff and other patrons after an argument at a dessert chain in North Jersey, police say.

Victim Hospitalized After ‘Unprovoked’ Punch In Montclair: Police

He was punched in the face while sitting outside the Salvation Army building, police said.

7 Candidates File For Competitive Montclair School Board Race: 2026 Election

The Montclair Board of Education race is heating up. Here’s who just threw their hats into the ring.

Flood Watch Impacts Montclair, Several Inches Of Rain Possible (See Timeline)

Thunderstorms are expected to arrive in Montclair soon – here’s when.

Montclair Firefighters Hurt Battling Blazes On South, North Mountain Avenue

No residents were injured, the Montclair Fire Department said.

Gas Main, Sewer Work In Montclair Will Impact Local Traffic

Gas main and sewer work will begin in Montclair on July 27. Here's what local residents and drivers should know.

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New Dog Grooming Salon Opening In Montclair, Larger NJ Expansion Planned

"Montclair is just the beginning of what we plan to build across the state," a Sparkle Grooming Co. representative said.

Montclair Votes To Pull Funds Over ICE Connection; Bank Announces Big Update

The Montclair Town Council approved divestment from Citizens Bank over its relationships with the GEO Group and CoreCivic.

Montclair Native Surprises Dad With World Cup Soccer Tickets

A Montclair native got the chance to surprise a fellow soccer superfan with a free ticket to a World Cup game: his father.

Montclair State University Breaks Ground On $120M Science Building

The new building will open at the start of the 2028-2029 academic year.

Around Montclair: Sanctuary Cities + Princess Permit + Tuition Hike

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NJ Joins Fight To Stop Controversial Merger Between Film Industry Giants

New Jersey is backing a multi-state lawsuit against the Warner/Paramount merger. The state has seen a big filming boom over the past decade.

Visit A ‘Hidden Gem’ In Montclair: Historic Gardens Offer A Hidden Oasis

Guests can walk up a red brick pathway to explore a “hidden oasis of nature and wildlife” in Montclair.

The Desegregation Of Montclair's Public Pools: Panel Talk Will Discuss Local History

The Montclair Public Library will host “A Deep Dive into the Desegregation of Montclair’s Pools: A Panel Discussion” on July 16.

Montclair Honors Black Freedom With Local Flag Raising Ceremony [PHOTOS]

Montclair residents found unity at a Juneteenth flag raising event.

Opioid Response 'Street Team' In Montclair Will Include Harm Reduction, Emergency Response

The Montclair Health Department, Montclair Ambulance Unit and the Essex Health & Wellness Recovery Center are partnering on the new program.

Polluters Pay Act Stalls In NJ: 'We're Not Going Anywhere,' Environmentalists Say

The proposed law would force fossil fuel companies to shell out $50 billion over two decades.

Around Montclair: Power Outages + Nazi Music Fest + World Cup Pizzas

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Street Upgrades Planned For Busy Montclair Intersection: Here's Where

The upgrades include pedestrian crosswalk improvements and traffic calming measures.

Montclair Is Reconsidering Its 'Master Plan': Here's What That Means

A reexamination is required every decade – and one is taking place this year. Share your thoughts at one of four upcoming town meetings.

Water Main Break In Montclair Will Impact Traffic Until Repairs Finish

A water main break took place on Thursday in Montclair – here’s where.

NJ-11 Indy Candidate Takes Another Run At Congress Seat: 2026 Election

Alan Bond is running as an independent candidate in NJ’s 11th district, which includes Essex, Morris and Passaic counties.