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This article appeared in the Glen Ridge Historical Society's February 2026 Newsletter .

People complain today about the pranks that take place on Halloween. The threat of toilet paper or a stolen bowl of candy have many outraged, but never once did they have to hire security to protect their property. 100 years the pranks that we see today would almost be considered a joke. There is no threat of fire, vandals destroying signs, cars, or whatever else they could get their hands on. We like to think things were always better in the past, but we may want to take a s

With the high school football season in full swing here is some Montclair football history featuring old pictures and programs. The Montclair High School Football team has won an impressive 26 state champions making them on of states top football programs.

Many people have heard of the 1916 Matawan River sharks attacks in New Jersey where two boys were famously killed with another seriously injured. Here are some headlines from before and after the attacks. July 5th: One Week Before the Attacks July 13th: The Attack Make Headlines Days After The Attack There were many ideas for getting rid of sharks

Many don't know that where Watsessing Park stands today, Lake Watsessing filled its spot 175 years ago. In 1872 Lake Watsessing was drained by developers to make room for new buildings.