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Montclair Public Library Features ‘Colors Like Candy’ Exhibit
The Montclair Library Main Branch announces “Colors Like Candy,” an art exhibition featuring the vibrant works of artist Salma (Sun) Shamy. This boldly colorful exploration of diversity and personal transformation will be on display throughout July and August 2024. “Colors Like Candy” is a symbolic dance of psyches...
Montclair Girls Lacrosse Success Continues, Knocking on the Door
The Montclair girls lacrosse program might not have brought home some hardware in the last few years, but they have been putting themselves in place to do it. In her official third season running the program (not counting the COVID season), Mounties head coach Kim DePaolera believes this past spring was the best run with an 11-9 mark.
Then and Now: Cloverside School for Girls to the Montclair Art Museum
In this edition of “Then and Now,” we look at the history of 3 South Mountain Avenue. Before the Montclair Art Museum opened its doors at 3 South Mountain Avenue in 1914, the site was home to the Cloverside School for Girls. It was one of several prominent boarding schools in Montclair at the turn of the 20th century.
Community Mourns Loss of Montclair Schools Superintendent
Montclair is mourning the loss of Dr. Jonathan Ponds, offering condolences and remembrances of the Montclair Schools superintendent who died Friday. The Montclair Board of Education posted a message to the district website, stating “this is a tragic loss for Montclair and the world in so many ways.”. Montclair...
Montclair Schools Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Ponds Has Died (Updated)
Update: Montclair Board of Education President Melanie Deysher sent this statement from the Board:. “The Montclair Board of Education is deeply saddened by the sudden and devastating passing of Dr. Jonathan Ponds. Dr. Ponds gave countless hours of his life to the children of Montclair. He worked tirelessly to improve our schools with the goal of making sure that all the children of Montclair left school with the tools they needed to live lives of independence, fulfillment, happiness and success – however that may have looked for them.
Obituary: Elizabeth Howard Royful
Elizabeth Howard Royful, a retired teacher and a longtime resident of Montclair, died on July 3, 2024. She was 97. Mrs. Royful was born in 1927 in Salida, South Carolina, the daughter of Deacon Willie and Lula Howard. In 1945, she graduated from high school second in her class, and...
Long Replaces Robinson-Santos on Montclair Board of Education (Updated)
Montclair Board of Education voted for a new board member, Sean Long, at a special virtual board meeting Thursday. Long replaces Dr. Kimberly Robinson-Santos, who was appointed in June, according to BOE President Melanie Deysher. Long’s term on the board is July 2024 to December 2024. “Initially, we interviewed...
Montclair Kimberley Baseball: Expectations High for 2025
The Montclair Kimberley baseball spring season was expected to be tough, with only a couple of seniors on the roster and a bunch of freshmen. The fledgling Cougars 2024 team finished with a 9-17 record, with about half of the losses by a difference of four or fewer runs. It...
Timberlake Sticks with Biden, Calls for Unity
Democrats around the country and locally are divided on the issue of whether President Joe Biden should seek re-election or end his campaign. A day after Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill called for Biden to drop out of the race, Sen. Britnee Timberlake released a statement calling for “democratic unity.” Timberlake said she is sticking with the Biden-Harris team.
Montclair Little League Power Hitters En Fuego at Home Run Derby
The balls were flying out at Glenfield Park for the second annual Montclair Rec Little League (MRLL) Home Run Derby. With a hot, steamy night on June 21, it helped the hitters park a ton of balls for home runs. The Home Run Derby had two divisions. The minors included...
MontClairVoyant: A Cornucopia of Comedic Catching Up
Last week, you focused on the new Township Council that was sworn in on July 1. Today, can you comment on other local happenings you didn’t discuss in that column?. Yes. Given this month’s hot weather, my writing soundtrack will be “Heat Wave” by Martha and the Vandellas — not to be confused with Martha and the Van Vleckers.
Montclair PAL’s Fishing Derby Offers a Reel Good Time
Hey kids, grab your fishing poles and head to Edgemont Park on Saturday, July 20, for a free fishing derby! The community event is hosted by the Montclair Police Athletic League (Montclair PAL), Montclair Police Foundation, Eureka Lodge #52, and the Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 53. Fishing Derby...
Where Magic Moments Happen: Jonathan’s Balloons
Jonathan Lindner is responsible for decorating people’s happiest moments. The owner of Jonathan’s Balloons at the Light Closet, Lindner finally fulfilled all his orders for graduation season, which, for Lindner, is his Olympics. “The beginning of May till the end of June is by far the busiest time...
Lapolla Said ‘I Am Here Until July’ But Remains Interim Town Manager
Montclair had four different town managers from July 2020 to July 2024. At a January 2 council meeting, Michael Lapolla, Montclair’s interim town manager stated: “I am here until July. But until then, I’m going to do this job as if I was going to spend the next 10 years here.”
Misipasta Pop-Up: Coming to Montclair for One Day Only!
They say Brooklynites can’t resist coming to Montclair, and this Saturday, the trend continues with a delicious twist! Michelin-starred Chef Missy Robbins brings her renowned Italian boutique, Misipasta, to town for a one-day-only pop-up event. On July 13, from 11:30 a.m. until sellout, you can indulge in Misipasta’s specialties at 18 Label Street.
Sherrill Calls for Biden to Step Aside
Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) called for President Joe Biden to drop out of the race and not seek re-election. A Montclair Democrat, Sherrill is the first member of Congress from New Jersey to call for Biden to step down. Sherrill joins some Democratic lawmakers who have called for Biden to...
Police Investigate Rocks Thrown through Windows at Upper Montclair Plaza
The Montclair Police Department is investigating two criminal mischief incidents that occurred last week in Upper Montclair Plaza, where rocks were thrown through the windows of local businesses. On July 2, officers were dispatched to Bloom Child Care, where an employee reported a rock had been thrown through a second-floor...
Officials Call Impact of Gateway Tunnel Project ‘Immense’
Officials from New York and New Jersey celebrated a day long in the making on Monday when the Gateway Development Commission signed the Full Funding Grant Agreement with the Federal Transit Administration for the final $6.8 billion in federal funding for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP). The project can’t come soon enough for commuters who are experiencing one of the worst summers.
Montclair High School Boys’ Tennis Streak Ends in State Sectional Finals
High school teams can’t afford an off day in the state tournament, as it could mean the end of their season. Unfortunately, the Montclair High School boys’ tennis team had an off day during the North 1 Group 4 state sectional semifinals. The Mounties aimed to reach the...
Vive le Fun! Celebrate Bastille Day in Montclair
Get ready to party French-style at L’Alliance New York’s Bastille Day Garden Party at Van Vleck House & Gardens on Saturday, July 13! France’s fête nationale commemorates the storming of the Bastille and the birth of the modern French nation. A French Feast. Montclair’s French chefs...
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