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Everything We Know Now About Montclair Schools’ Massive Deficit

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 1d

Important information for Montclair residents.

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 1d

Everyone is talking about the Montclair school district’s $19.6 million deficit. People want to know how it happened and what the options are for fixing it.

Here’s everything we know so far and what we’re doing to try to get the answers we don’t have yet.

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Learn about the Montclair schools' deficit and what measures are being considered to rectify the financial mismanagement.

The Little Read Returns with Storytelling and Pajama Dance Party

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 1d

I’m excited to take part as one of this year’s guest readers representing Montclair Local on Thursday, Oct. 16, at Nishuane Elementary School.

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 1d

The Little Read Returns with Storytelling and Pajama Dance Party

A free, town-wide storytime marathon that brings together neighbors, writers, local heroes and celebrities in a joyful celebration of literacy.

A free, town-wide storytime marathon that brings together neighbors, writers, local heroes and celebrities in a joyful celebration of literacy.

Feast in the Kitchen: Chef Diane Kochilas

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 4d

The queen of Greek cooking!

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 4d

Feast in the Kitchen: Chef Diane Kochilas

Greek chef Diane Kochilas brings Athens to your kitchen in 'ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love'—catch her on tour in NJ and NYC and learn her favorite ingredient to cook with!

Greek chef Diane Kochilas brings Athens to your kitchen in 'ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love'—catch her on tour in NJ and NYC and learn her favorite ingredient to cook with!

Montclair Library to Open Jazz Collection to Honor Peter Bodge

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 5d

The Jazz Library will officially open on Sunday, October 12, at 4 p.m. with a free outdoor concert on the library plaza.

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Join Montclair in honoring Peter Bodge, a celebrated musician and educator, with a dedicated jazz library for future generations.

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Montclair (and Beyond): October 9 – 12

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 5d

Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Montclair and the surrounding towns are packed with options—from live music and theater to family fun and nights out with friends. We’ve rounded up the top picks so you can get out and enjoy!

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Discover the top things to do in Montclair this weekend. From live music performances to family-friendly events, we've got you covered.

Spooky Fun! Local Halloween Events for Your Little Monsters

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Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 6d

Spooky Fun! Local Halloween Events for Your Little Monsters

Spooky (but not too spooky) parties, costume parades and trick-or-treat adventures for your little monsters!

Spooky (but not too spooky) parties, costume parades and trick-or-treat adventures for your little monsters!

Shine Global at 20: Montclair Filmmakers Celebrate Legacy of Impact

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 12d

Loved learning about Shine Global and the important work they do.

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 12d

Shine Global at 20: Montclair Filmmakers Celebrate Legacy of Impact

Susan MacLaury and Albie Hecht have spent 20 years improving the lives of children through film. Their latest short, "The Business of Trouble," screens at the Montclair Film Festival on Sunday, October 26.

Susan MacLaury and Albie Hecht have spent 20 years improving the lives of children through film. Their latest short, "The Business of Trouble," screens at the Montclair Film Festival on Sunday, October 26.

From Thailand to Montclair and Japan: Chef's Culinary Journey Continues Daikichi Legacy

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Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 12d

Chef Meiji Pattamasing, who is opening her third restaurant, Jōnetsu Omakase, in Upper Montclair, shares her journey from dishwasher to Montclair restaurateur.

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Explore the culinary journey of Meiji Pattamasingcha as she opens her third restaurant, Jōnetsu Omakase, in Upper Montclair.

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Montclair (and Beyond): October 2 – 5

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 12d

Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Montclair and the surrounding towns are packed with options—from live music and theater to family fun and nights out with friends. We’ve rounded up the top picks so you can get out and enjoy!

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Discover the top things to do in Montclair this weekend. From live music performances to family-friendly events, we've got you covered.

Montclair Library to Open Jazz Collection to Honor Peter Bodge

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 13d

Montclair Library to Open Jazz Collection to Honor Peter Bodge

The Jazz Library will officially open on October 12 with a free outdoor concert on the plaza by saxophonist James Brandon Lewis, master drummer Pheeroan akLaff and bassist Jeong Lim Yang.

The Jazz Library will officially open on October 12 with a free outdoor concert on the plaza by saxophonist James Brandon Lewis, master drummer Pheeroan akLaff and bassist Jeong Lim Yang.

Montclair BOE Election: Candidates to Speak at Oct. 5 Forum

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 14d

Montclair BOE Election: Candidates to Speak at Oct. 5 Forum

The forum will give residents an opportunity to hear where each candidate stands on key issues before voting in the Montclair BoE election.

The forum will give residents an opportunity to hear where each candidate stands on key issues before voting in the Montclair BoE election.

2025 Montclair Film Festival Cheatsheet

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 14d

Montclair Film Festival time is my favorite!

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 14d

Films that will make you think, laugh, cry – and one that will blow your mind. @montclairfilm.bsky.social

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Films that will make you think, laugh, cry – and one that will blow your mind.

Election 2025: Get to Know the Montclair Board of Ed Candidates

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 15d

Ahead of the November 4 Montclair Board of Education election, all five candidates answer questions about their priorities, experience and what they hope to bring to the board.

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Voting for the Montclair Board of Education Election is coming up. Discover what the candidates stand for and their ties to the district.

Montclair Schools Deficit Rises to $19.6M as District Weighs Fiscal Fixes

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 17d

This is outrageous, Montclair.

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 17d

The district can accept a state loan with state monitoring, raise taxes through a referendum or employ a combination of both as it weighs the possibility of significant service cuts, the officials told over 100 people at a town hall meeting.

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Montclair Public Schools officials on Friday night outlined options for addressing the district’s budget crisis as they reported the deficit has risen to $19.6 million.

The Watchung Booksellers Podcast Offers Insiders’ Guide to Bookmaking (Sponsored)

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Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 19d

The Watchung Booksellers Podcast Offers Insiders’ Guide to Bookmaking (Sponsored)

To mark Banned Books Week, the Podcast will invite authors and customers (adult or kid) to come into the store to record an excerpt or discuss a favorite banned book on Sept. 27!

To mark Banned Books Week, the Podcast will invite authors and customers (adult or kid) to come into the store to record an excerpt or discuss a favorite banned book on Sept. 27!

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Montclair (and Beyond): September 25 – 28

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 19d

Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Montclair and the surrounding towns are packed with options—from live music and theater to family fun and nights out with friends. We’ve rounded up the top picks so you can get out and enjoy!

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Discover the top things to do in Montclair this weekend. From live music performances to family-friendly events, we've got you covered.

Montclair Local Newsletters

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Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 21d

13,000+ Montclair locals are already in the know—are you?
Get the latest local news, events and stories delivered straight to your inbox—for free.

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Montclair Local's newsletters feature the latest news, lifestyle content, and event updates from Montclair, New Jersey.

Sherrill, Ciattarelli Spar Over Affordability, Education at NJ Gubernatorial Debate

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 22d

The event was marked by outbursts from audience members and sharp accusations by the candidates. Montclair High School also got a mention.

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Sherrill, a Democrat from Montclair, and Ciattarelli, a Republican from Somerville, squared off before an audience over 1,600 people.

Five Dishes to Try at The Saint Clair in Montclair

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 25d

Delicious!

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 25d

Five Dishes to Try at The Saint Clair in Montclair

The restaurant, at 32 Church Street in Montclair, plates up dishes that are little works of art, with colors and textures arranged so beautifully you almost don’t want to disturb them.

The restaurant, at 32 Church Street in Montclair, plates up dishes that are little works of art, with colors and textures arranged so beautifully you almost don’t want to disturb them.

Wanted: Your Questions for Montclair BoE Candidates

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 26d

Montclair Local is partnering with the League of Women Voters Montclair Area to hold a forum on Sunday, October 5 with the candidates running for the Montclair Board of Education. Submit your questions for the candidates.

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Prepare for the Montclair BOE election by understanding the candidates. Get involved and submit your questions for the forum.

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Montclair (and Beyond): September 18 – 21

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 26d

Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Montclair and the surrounding towns are packed with options—from live music and theater to family fun and nights out with friends.

We’ve rounded up the top picks so you can get out and enjoy!

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Discover the top things to do in Montclair this weekend. From live music performances to family-friendly events, we've got you covered.

Explainer: How Essex County Government Works

Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 27d

Ever wonder who actually runs things in Essex County — who sets policy, who handles public services and how your local government is structured?

We’ve put together a guide to help you make sense of it all.

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Find out how Essex County Government operates across 22 municipalities to serve its diverse population and promote local welfare.

Spike Lee, Pamela Abdy, Nicolas Britell Among 2025 Montclair Film Festival Honorees

Georgette Gilmore @ggilmore.bsky.social · 27d

Film Festival news!

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 27d

The festival also welcomes Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy as its honorary chairs. @montclairfilm.bsky.social

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Montclair FIlm Festival honors Spike Lee, Pamela Abdy, Will Tracy, Nicholas Britell and breakthrough director Shih-Ching Tsou, among others.

DaVinci's Brick Oven Pizza to Close after 25+ Years

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Reposted by Georgette Gilmore

Montclair Local @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social · 28d

The pizzeria plans to go out with a bang at the Upper Montclair Sidewalk sale. Here’s what next.

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After 25 years, Da Vinci's Brick Oven Pizza in Upper Montclair is closing. Fans will have a final chance to savor some special pies on September 20.