Montclair

Montclair Educator Faces Charges: Unveiling the Next Steps After School Threat Indictment

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MONTCLAIR, N.J. – A Montclair high school teacher has been indicted by a grand jury on charges related to threatening the school where he was employed, authorities revealed. This development marks a significant escalation in a case that has captured local attention and raised concerns over school safety protocols. The teacher, whose identity remains undisclosed due to legal constraints, was arrested after allegations surfaced suggesting he made credible threats against the school’s staff and students. The specifics of the threats have not been released, but local law enforcement took immediate action, leading to a swift … Read more

Montclair Film Festival 2024 Unveils Winners: Celebrating Cinematic Excellence Across Genres

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Montclair, NJ – The Montclair Film Festival, a much-anticipated event in the cinematic calendar, has recently announced the winners of its 2024 edition, showcasing a diverse array of talent across various competition categories. The festival not only celebrated the winners in Fiction, Documentary, Future/Now, and New Jersey Filmmaking categories, but also highlighted the exceptional work of short filmmakers through both jury and audience awards. This year, the festival lived up to its reputation for highlighting innovative stories that resonate globally. Tom Hall, the artistic director and co-head of Montclair Film, shared his thoughts on the … Read more

Judge Denies Montclair Board of Education’s Lawsuit Against Township Over Woodman Field Renovations: Tosses Out Case, Citing Lack of Logic

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MONTCLAIR, N.J. – The Montclair Board of Education faced a setback in court on Friday in its lawsuit against the Township of Montclair over renovations at Woodman Field. Honorable Judge Stephen Petrillo expressed skepticism about allowing either party to proceed. He stated, “I don’t know if it makes sense to let either one of the parties go forward. I’m not going to allow the Board of Education to proceed at this point.” The hearing revolved around an order to show cause filed by the Board of Education. The order requested that the township cease enforcing … Read more