GOP Budget Will Harm Essex County Residents, Commissioner Board Says

President Trump has insisted there are no plans to touch Medicaid, Medicare or Social Security. Some dispute his claim.

Hospital Capacity In Montclair Area: See The Latest

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Essex County and across NJ.

Steamed Brown Trout with Garlic and Potatoes

Not sure what to cook for dinner tonight? Kairi Sane has you covered with this fresh new recipe.

Around Montclair: Evictions|Miracle Dog Dies|HIV Meds Stolen

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

Montclair State University: University Uses COVID-19 Relief Funding To Bridge Transitions

Both inside and outside the classroom, the COVID-19 pandemic has left a generation of high school students without a traditional educati ...

Good News In Essex County: LGBTQ Shelter|Butterfly Garden|Turtles

The world is filled with humor, inspiration and beauty. Here are seven stories to make you smile from Essex County, NJ.

Lightning Caused House Fire In Montclair, Officials Say

A lightning strike during a summer storm sparked a house fire in Montclair, authorities said.

Deacon Laverne S. Williams, CSW, Zoom Guest and Topic 7.13.21

Tuesday, July 13, Please join Deacon Williams as she welcomes guest Reverend Dr. Eva C. Foster presenting "Raise The Roof" Mark 2:1-5

How NJ Ranks Nationwide In ‘Small-Business Diversity:’ Report

About 16 percent of small businesses in New Jersey are minority-owned, according to a new report by Business.org.

Montclair Aids Seniors In ‘Economic Hardship’ Amid Heat Wave

The Montclair community has been coming together for its senior population amid a heat wave with free pool passes and air conditioners.

Montclair State University: They've Got The (Green) Power

Every summer since 2016, the PSEG Institute for Sustainability Studies' Green Teams program has matched teams of students from multiple ...

Montclair Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Essex County decreased recently.

Montclair State University: Psychology Professor Wins Distinguished Faculty Award

Milton A. Fuentes, professor and coordinator of Undergraduate Advising for Psychology, has been selected for the 2021 New Jersey Psychol ...

Essex County COVID Update: Vaccine, Case Totals For Each Town

See a town-by-town list of vaccine rates and coronavirus cases in Essex County.

Power Outages Still Linger In Montclair After Storm: PSEG

Montclair was among the North Jersey towns that saw power outages after a severe storm ripped through the state.

Montclair State University: Field Of Dreams

On a steamy night at Yogi Berra Stadium, the game plan called for a team of high school journalists to find stories beyond the field. He ...

Montclair State University: Eight Students Win Gilman Scholarships

A record eight Montclair State students have been awarded the prestigious U.S. Department of State Benjamin A. Gilman International Scho ...

Village Green Sousa Concert Returns

July 14 will see the return of the Sousa/Broadway Band Concert to the lawn at St. James, Upper Montclair!

Montclair Adds New Utility Charge To Fix ‘Aging Infrastructure’

Montclair residents will see a new quarterly charge on their water bill this July. Here’s why.

How To Post On Montclair Patch: Guide For Businesses, Nonprofits

Learn how share articles, events and classified ads on Patch Montclair.

6 Craft Party Ideas for Kids

Are you trying to throw the best-ever craft party for your child? Here are some awesome ideas.

Around Montclair: Budgets And Taxes|Masks In Schools|July 4th

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

Deacon Laverne S. Williams, CSW, Zoom and guest on 7.6.21 at 2pm

Join Deacon Laverne Williams and her guest, Joanne Ashe, presenting "The Effects of Racism on People of Color...from Childhood to Adulthood"

4th Of July Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In New Jersey

See how New Jersey compares to other states on what types of fireworks are allowed ahead of the 4th of July.

3 Vehicles Stolen In Montclair, Recovered Out Of Town: Police

Three vehicles were stolen and found elsewhere in Essex County. Two had been in crashes, Montclair police said.

New Jersey Courts Try To Settle Cases As Eviction Backlog Swells

The NJ Supreme Court is ordering tenants and landlords to try and solve their disputes without a trial.

Montclair Woman Flees Her Home After Spotting Burglar: PD

A Montclair woman ran to a neighbor’s house after she spotted a burglar in her home, authorities said.

Fireworks Near Me: Montclair’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Montclair.

Montclair State University: What STEM Innovation Fellows Learned During COVID-19

With its focus on reshaping the way math is taught in elementary school, the New Jersey STEM Innovation Fellowship provided an important ...

New Jersey Bill To Ban ‘Pink Tax’ On Women Passes Senate

Sen. Nia Gill: By a woman’s 50th birthday, she will spend an average of $69K more for the same goods and services than her male counterpart.

Montclair Will Hold Coronavirus Vaccine Clinics In July

Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available. The Montclair clinics are open to anyone 18 or older.

Another Republican Candidate Is Running Against Sherrill In NJ-11

Businessman and self-described “outsider” Tom Toomey is hoping to lead the Republican effort to unseat U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill in 2022.

FAFSA Completions Down In NJ: How Montclair Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Montclair area high schools.

Ex-Home Of Montclair Jazz Club Sold To Newark Developer: Report

There’s a new future in store for the former site of Trumpets in Montclair, a report says.

Essex-Hudson Greenway Plan In Jeopardy, NJ Groups Warn

The window of opportunity is closing for a hiking/biking trail that would pass through eight towns in North Jersey, advocates say.

Montclair State University: Master Of Public Health Marks A Decade

In the 10 years since Montclair State graduated its first class of students in the Master of Public Health (MPH) program, alumni have co ...

Montclair State University: Scientists Observe Collisions Of Neutron Stars With Black Holes

For the first time, researchers have confirmed the detection of a collision between a black hole and a neutron star.

Power Outages Strike Montclair Amid Summer Heat Wave

Multiple power outages hit PSE&G customers in Montclair on Tuesday amid a heat wave, town officials reported.

NJ Planned Parenthood Holds Montclair Rally: 'Murphy In 2021'

WATCH: The Planned Parenthood Action Fund of New Jersey endorsed Gov. Phil Murphy for re-election during a rally in Montclair.

Blood Donors Needed In Montclair Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Montclair area soon.