New Vision for Schools, Business Openings, Hundreds Apply for Fire Department Openings

Superintendent Plans to Reshape Montclair Schools

Out with the old ways of teaching, in with the new. 

As Superintendent Penny MacCormack continues her first year leading the district, she unveiled Monday how she will reshape Montclair schools. Looking to next year, the superintendent wants to restructure central office and even rename it “Central Support.” 

Montclair's teachers union ended its "work to contract" effort Monday as the Montclair Board of Education and union resume contract negotiations. 

While the NCAA lifted a ban on New Jersey colleges from hosting tournament and championship games on Wednesday, it came too late for Montclair State University who missed out on several games on its home turf this year.

400 Apply for 7 Openings at Montclair Fire Department

When the Montclair Fire Department announced it had handful of openings to fill, it only took a day and a half for 400 people to apply. 

New businesses have moved into Montclair and more are soon to open. 

The next time you are driving or walking through Montclair, keep an eye out for these new stores and restaurants. 

The Pretty Kitty Moves into Montclair

The first Pretty Kitty wax salon on the east coast has opened in Montclair. 

The new business, located at 5 S. Fullerton St., opened its doors on Jan. 7, said Lisa Lazzara, director of training and development at the salon. Lazzara said the decision to open in downtown Montclair was its concentration of so many different businesses, restaurants and things to do. 

Alleged Burglar Walks In On Montclair Resident

An Upper Mountain Avenue resident told police a man walked into her bedroom last week and fled when he was confronted.

Montclair Fire Department swore in three new firefighters and promoted three others last week.

Edgemont Park Construction Begins [Photos]

Large earth-moving equipment could be seen as construction work began at Edgemont Park Monday.

See the beginning stages of the work at the park in this photo gallery. 

See a rundown of what Montclair’s state and federal legislative representatives have been up to in the previous weeks.  

Why Isn't Montclair Getting a Fair Share? [Op-Ed]

New Jersey Senate challenger for the 34th District Mark Alexander writes in this opinion piece that the town's zero percent increase in state aid is unacceptable.

Mommies 24/7 Website Launches in Montclair

Montclair moms now have a new place to meet and share tips.

Mommies 24/7, the one-stop website for all mom needs, launched in Montclair this week. Montclair is the fourth site in the Mommies 24/7 family, following Hoboken and Summit, and Nutley. 

“I really think this is going to be the arts, jazz mecca not only for Montclair but the entire region” said Montclair Mayor Robert Jackson at the opening of Jazz House Kids, at 347 Bloomfield Ave.

Murals, paintings and drawings by artist Israel Bernbaum depicting the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising were donated to the university in 2011 and are now on display at Montclair State University. 

Watchung Booksellers' Best Nonfiction Picks for Children

Carolyn Anbar, a bookseller at Watchung Bookseller, gives her suggestions for children's nonfiction reads.

Three New Montclair Eagle Scouts

Boy Scout Troop 12 of Montclair welcomed three new Eagle Scouts to its ranks at a Court of Honor held at St. James Episcopal Church.

Adopt This Montclair Pup: Apple

Apple is ready to leave the Montclair Township Animal Shelter. 

This two- to three-year-old female dog has been at the shelter for a few months and is looking for a more permanent home. Apple is shy and may need sometime to build trust, but she is very playful. 

See some of the sights around Montclair on Friday during the snow storm. 

Montclair Students Jam in NYC School of Rock Competition

Students from School of Rock Montclair were chosen as finalists in a performance competition at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan on this past weekend.

On March 3, 30 young musicians representing Montclair, who ranged in age from nine to 17, competed against bands from eight other School of Rock locations in New Jersey, Westchester, N.Y., and Long Island, N.Y.

Montclair Film Festival Announces 'Kidz Shortz' Winners

Future filmmakers are getting their start here in Montclair. 

The Montclair Film Festival has announced the winners of its second Kidz Shortz filmmaking competition. This year, there were 111 registrants from 17 towns in New Jersey, 23 states and three countries.  

'Greetings From Wembley' Art Exhibit

The Art Garage, at 211 Glenridge Ave., will feature an art time capsule featuring 1937 artwork of the East Lane Senior School in Wembley, England, until April 6.