🌱 Patch AM: How an Elm Street basement fire uprooted 11 Montclair residents

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NJ Will Get $525M From Facebook, Instagram Under Landmark Settlement

Meta will also be forced to beef up protections for younger users, who have become “addicted” to harmful online content, prosecutors say.

🌱 Patch AM: Bloomfield Man Arrested After Fight In Montclair: Police

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Bloomfield Man Arrested After Fight In Montclair: Police

A fight between Montclair and Bloomfield residents ended with one man in the hospital and the other in handcuffs, police say.

Montclair House Fire Displaces 3 Families, Blaze Extinguished With Aid From Nearby Towns

A total of 11 people and a dog got out of the home safely, firefighters said.

3,500 Dogs, Cats Euthanized In NJ Last Year: See Breakdown By County

New Jersey shelters took in more than 40,000 dogs and cats. Most were adopted or reunited with their owners – many others were not.

Montclair Bakery Permanently Closes After Less Than 2 Years In Business

A French-Asian inspired bakery has shut its doors in Montclair.

🌱 Patch AM: First Day Of School Nears In Montclair: See Dates For Last Day, Spring And Winter Break

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First Day Of School Nears In Montclair: See Dates For Last Day, Spring And Winter Break

Montclair students are getting ready to return to the classroom soon. Here are a few other important dates to keep in mind.

🌱 Patch AM: Montclair teachers: what passion project will you pitch for MFEE funding?

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🌱 Patch AM: Around Montclair: Data Centers + Voter Purge + Water Lawsuit + ICE

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Around Montclair: Data Centers + Voter Purge + Water Lawsuit + ICE

Check out some of our top stories this week in Montclair and Essex County.

🌱 Patch AM: Will Nicolo’s Bakery and a historic Baldwin Street home be demolished?

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🌱 Patch AM: Who’s on the ballot for Montclair’s open at-large council seat?

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NJ Purges Thousands Of Non-Citizens From Voter Rolls, With More To Come

The voters were registered as both Democrats and Republicans. Only 340 of them cast ballots, and no elections were swayed, officials say.

Montclair Will Close Street For Pedestrian Friendly Events This Weekend

Activities include a film screening, a historic walking tour, an art station, and a “Weenie Meetup and Parade” for Dachshund owners.

Burglar Steals $4,600 In Jewelry From Montclair Home: Police

A daylight burglary was reported in Montclair, authorities say.

2 Montclair Railroad Crossings Will See Closures For Construction, Traffic Delays Expected

The work will require temporary roadway closures at both railroad crossings.

Bus, Pharmacy, Restaurant: 3 Fights In Montclair Draw Police To Scene

MPD: Two bus riders got in an argument. An irate customer “attacked” a pharmacy employee. A restaurant patron demanded a refund.

Real Estate Market Is Scorching Hot For Montclair Homeowners, New Report Says

There’s also a catch, researchers noted: “home values have outpaced the earnings of long-tenured residents.”

Jazz Fans Flock To Montclair For Annual Festival [VIDEO, PHOTOS]

The “power of jazz” was on full display in North Jersey.

Around Montclair: Back To School + ICE + Governors + ‘Best Place To Live’

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Montclair Asks Residents, Businesses To Conserve Water

Here are some steps you can take, the Montclair Water Bureau said.

Sherrill Leaves Montclair For NJ Governor’s Mansion

Their old home will always “hold a special place in their hearts,” the governor said.

Trump Deportations Could Cost NJ Taxpayers $3K Each, Study Finds

Homeland Security officials have argued that there’s another number to consider: the cost of illegal immigration.

2 Motor Vehicle Crimes Reported In Montclair Last Week, Police Say

MPD: A driver parked near an apartment and when he returned, his car was gone. An attempted car theft took place on Montclair Avenue.

Driver Blasts Pedestrian With Pepper Spray In Montclair: Police

A woman pepper sprayed a man in the face during a confrontation about money, authorities say.

NJ Nonprofit Uplifts Families Grieving An Infant’s Loss, Fighting NICU Battles

Mia Joy Foundation: “When you lose a child, the world keeps asking you to make decisions you have no capacity to make.”

New Jersey Is '2nd Best State To Live In,' Report Says – Here’s Why

The Garden State ranked low on “affordability,” but soared high in many other areas, including household income and quality of life.

Montclair State Adds NJ Spotlight To Its Public News Network

Montclair State University recently took over as the operator of NJ PBS, which includes New Jersey’s four public television stations.

Montclair Jazz Festival Has New Link To Smithsonian Institution

Here is the list of headliners for the Montclair Jazz Fest's "Downtown Jamboree" this year.

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

Check out some of our top stories this week in Montclair and Essex County.

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.