Local Efforts to Make Masks, Donate Masks to Protect Healthcare Workers Against COVID-19
Montclair Design Week has organized a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Donation Drive for local hospitals.
If you have a surplus supply of PPE, click here to donate or volunteer or call 973-744-2544 for more...
Montclair State University Announces PASS/FAIL Grading Options for Spring 2020
Montclair State University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Willard Gingerich announced a flexible grading policy Monday to offer the maximum opportunity for success.
Undergraduates will have the option to choose between receiving traditional...
Montclair’s Lights on Myrtle Shines Bright When We Need It Most
Walking the empty streets of Baristaville can feel like an episode of the Twilight Zone or Black Mirror. Then, there are moments that make us feel connected, like the chalk drawings popping up on...
“Stay At Home” Order in New Jersey, All Non-Essential Retail Businesses Closed, Here’s What’s...
Governor Phil Murphy announced a statewide “Stay at Home” order Saturday and closed all non-essential retail businesses at 9 p.m., to slow the spread of the COVID-19/Coronavirus.
“We know the virus spreads through...
Remembering Orlando Staton, Drummer for Montclair’s Fabulous Flemtones
Montclair is mourning a hole in its musical heart. Orlando Staton, powerhouse drummer for the Fabulous Flemtones, passed away Saturday.
The Fabulous Flemtones, (the group's core members being Staton, bassist Tim Engle, and guitarists Billy...
Police Tape, COVID-19 Signs At Montclair Parks #Social Distancing
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Essex County and Montclair Police took further steps to close off Montclair township and county parks late Friday. Glenfield Park displays numerous signs from Essex County announcing the park is closed...
Next Montclair Council Meeting to Be Available Remotely Only to Public
In an effort to minimize the Council and public exposure to COVID-19 and to maintain social distancing practices, the March 24 Township Council meeting will only be available remotely to the public.
The meeting will...
Montclair Municipal Elections to be Mail-in Ballot Only
If you want your vote to count in the Montclair's Municipal Election for Township Council on Tuesday, May 12, you'll have to mail it in.
In an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19,...
Baristaville Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day — From A Distance
With parades cancelled and pubs closed to patrons, it was a very different kind of St. Patrick's Day in our area. Here's how some folks celebrated:
Third graders at Lacordaire Academy had a virtual St....
Montclair Health Department Reports 5th Confirmed COVID-19 Positive Case
Montclair, NJ – The Montclair Department of Health and Human Services reports the current number of positive COVID-19 cases in Montclair is five. Two deaths have been reported; one a township resident and the...
Save Morning Food Shopping Hours For Seniors Movement Working As Stores Designate Time
You've seen the empty shelves at supermarkets and just how crowded they can get during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now stores are responding to a movement started online asking people who are younger and healthy...
Fourth COVID-19 Case Reported in Montclair
The Montclair Health Department received notice from Hackensack Meridian Health Mountainside hospital this afternoon, March 17, that a 73-year-old woman tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). This is the fourth positive COVID-19 case reported...
UPDATED Montclair Closes Township Parks, Recreation Areas and Facilities To Reduce COVID-19 Spread
Update: Essex County issued this statement Monday regarding County parks:
To help stop the spread of the coronavirus, we are closing all playgrounds, dog parks, athletic fields and Riker Hill Art Park. We are also...
#SocialDistancing: Arts & Entertainment at Home During Coronavirus Pandemic
Your guide to what’s happening online to enjoy from the comfort and safety of your home.