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Montclair Crime: Spree of Stolen Catalytic Converters; Man Held Down and Assaulted
The week in Montclair crime from Acting Lieutenant Terence Turner, Montclair Police Department
Thefts
November 23, 2021 (Mount Vernon Road): The residents reported that when they woke up, they discovered two cars had been stolen from...
Montclair Celebrates Chanukah!
Montclair celebrated Chanukah Monday night with a Menorah lighting at Wellmont Arts Plaza. The free event featured a giant 9-foot menorah and a performance by Nissim Black and included Chanukah gelt, doughnuts, and prizes...
‘Other Imagery’ Art Series Looks at Familiar and Unfamiliar
The Montclair Public Library’s popular art series continues with “Other Imagery” on view in the Montclair Public Library Gallery, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, during Library hours from December 1 – December 31, 2021.
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Unleash Generosity and Give Locally On #GivingTuesday
Your local non-profits need your support.
Baristanet Profile: Julia Guerrier
Name: Julia Guerrier
Where do you live? Montclair, NJ
When did you move there? 2020
Where did you grow up? Virginia
How do you make a living? OR What is your everyday passion? I love working with children and young adults....
Weekend Family Fun: Holidays, Trains, SpongeBob and More
This weekend family fun guide is sponsored by The Newark Museum of Art.
Thanksgiving weekend is underway and it's the perfect time to spend time with the ones you love! We've rounded up activities in...
Everything Hanukkah! Live and Virtual Family Events, Crafts and Food!
Hanukkah is almost here! This year, it begins on Sunday, November 28, and ends on Monday, December 6. We've rounded up some events, both in-person and virtual, as well some crafts and treats you...
Happy Thanksgiving!
This year, we are so very thankful for health, home and family and grateful for our Baristanet community - readers, supporters, community partners and advertisers.
We wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving, filled...
MontClairVoyant: Things ‘to Be or Not to Be’ Thankful for in Montclair
DEAR MONTCLAIRVOYANT,
Today is Thanksgiving, so can you make this week's column positive?
Sincerely,
The Cranberries
I can partly do that, but some negative things are roaring through town, too. As the band 10,000 Maniacs...
Montclair NAACP Calls For Investigation into Alleged Racist Comments by Town Attorney
Update: Mayor Sean Spiller sent this statement:
"Racist language, no matter the context or intent, is unacceptable and does not reflect the values of Montclair. While we cannot speak to the specifics of a personnel...
Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Events: Live Music, Comedy, Shopping, and More!
Your guide to what's happening.
Montclair Public Library Director Peter Coyl Resigns
Montclair Public Library director Peter Coyl announced Tuesday that he will resign, effective December 10. Coyl has held this position since March 1, 2017 when he became the 16th Director to lead the...
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Reminder! Celebrate Tonight at Montclair Chanukah Fest and Grand Menorah Lighting
Wellmont Arts Plaza (5 Seymour Street, Montclair) - Montclair Chanukah Fest & Grand Menorah Lighting
Monday, November 29, 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Witness the lighting of a giant 9-foot menorah and see Nissim Black Live...
Shop Small Saturday, Get A Tote, While Supplies Last, in Montclair Center
Join the Montclair Center Business Improvement District and Councilman Peter Yacobellis to kick off the holiday shopping season with a special limited edition American Express Shop Small canvass tote giveaway. Before joining the Township...
Montclair Crime: Rock Thrown Through 100-Year-Old Church Window
The week in Montclair crime from Acting Lieutenant Terence Turner, Montclair Police Department:
Criminal Mischief
November 16, 2021 (Church Street): An employee at Christ Church reported that a rock was thrown through a window on the...
Don’t Miss Essex County Historic Holiday House Tours
To celebrate the holiday season, 10 historic homes in Essex County will deck their halls and be open to the public for self-guided tours on Saturday, December 4th and Sunday, December 5th. Get into...
Glen Ridge Fire Under Investigation
On November 19th, at 7:08pm the Montclair Fire Department received a call reporting a fire on Woodland Ave in Glen Ridge. The residents self-evacuated prior to fire department arrival. The fire was located...
Bloomfield and Neighbor to Neighbor Network Partner to Help Families During the Holiday Season
BLOOMFIELD, NJ -- Bloomfield is once again partnering with the Neighbor to Neighbor Network to help families in need during the holiday season by providing clothes and gift cards. Bloomfield is asking...
Montclair Celebrates Official Opening of Wellmont Arts Plaza (VIDEO)
Montclair's mayor and council members were on hand Saturday to celebrate the official opening on the new 14,000 square-foot pedestrian plaza in the heart of Montclair’s new arts district, with a ribbon-cutting event featuring...
Montclair’s Laptop Upcycle Partners with Ramapo College
Laptop Upcycle is going beyond Montclair to partner with Ramapo College of New Jersey, but its mission remains the same -- eliminating obstacles to ensure students have the tools they need to succeed in...
Discover ‘The History of the Palisades’ at The Woman’s Club of Upper Montclair
Eric Nelson, Historic Interpreter of the NJ Palisades Park Commission will present a fascinating program “The History of the Palisades”, through images and narrative at The Woman’s Club of Upper Montclair on Wednesday, December...
Baristanet Profile: Edward Nicholas
Name: Edward Nicholas
Where do you live? Montclair NJ , South End, 4th ward
When did you move there? I’m Montclair born and raised
How do you make a living? I continue to work in the field of early...