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Montgomery Administrator Highlights Rotary Peace Pole Plans, Seeks to Revive Friday Shopping Bus

December 10, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Township Administrator Lori Savron used her report at the Township Committee’s December 4 meeting to outline two community-focused updates: plans for a Rotary-sponsored Peace Pole installation at Montgomery Veterans Park and an effort to renew and…

Montgomery Committee Advances Open Space, Public Safety, Infrastructure and Affordable Housing Funding in Series of December 4 Votes

December 9, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — The Township Committee moved through a substantial slate of business on Dec. 4, approving a wide range of resolutions by roll call vote that touched nearly every corner of municipal operations — from open space preservation…

Pacific Southern Railway Donates $7,000 to Rocky Hill EMT and Fire After Record Train Show Turnout

December 9, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta ROCKY HILL — The Pacific Southern Railway will donate a total of $7,000 to Rocky Hill Fire and EMT services, following strong community support for the club’s annual Southern Pacific train show and open house, organizers announced. James “Murr” Murray said the…

Residents Press Township Committee on CFO Pay Increase, Affordable Housing Notice, and Deed Restriction Extensions

December 8, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Public comment at the Township Committee’s December 4 meeting centered on three themes: appreciation for increased emergency services funding, questions about a sizable salary adjustment tied to a shared-services arrangement, and continued resident concerns over the township’s process…

Montgomery Moves to Preserve Existing Affordable Housing

December 8, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township officials said this week that the township is moving forward with a revised affordable housing strategy focused on preserving existing deed-restricted units, pushing back against what they described as inaccurate and increasingly divisive social media claims.…

Montgomery Planning Board Drops Kenvue – Area General Development Plan, Grants Extension to Haven at Princeton

December 3, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township Planning Board on November 10 voted to dismiss a proposed General Development Plan (GDP) for the former Kenvue property, after its professionals concluded the board has no legal authority to hear such applications without a…

Montgomery Board of Education Spars Over Student “Growth Data,” Transparency and Expert Input

December 2, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Closing discussion highlights deep division over data access, curriculum oversight and outreach to college faculty MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — A routine November 18 Board of Education meeting ended with a pointed, and at times tense, exchange over student performance data,…

Montgomery Board of Education Approves Policies, Grants, and Technology Upgrades

December 1, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — At its November 18 business meeting, the Montgomery Township Board of Education approved a wide-ranging action agenda covering policy re-adoptions, school safety assurances, instructional resources, special education placements, grants, major technology upgrades, and personnel items. All…

BOE Hears Warning on Sharp Drop in PTSA Support at Montgomery High School

November 25, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Membership down more than 30 percent; programs and grants at risk At the November 18th Montgomery Board of Education meeting, board member Christina Harris delivered a stark message on behalf of the Montgomery High School PTSA: parent participation and membership…

Holiday Tradition Rolls On at Pacific Southern Railway’s 43rd Annual Train Show

November 24, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta New homeowner James “Murr” Murray and wife Melyssa open Rocky Hill landmark to sold-out crowds ROCKY HILL, N.J. — The line outside the Pacific Southern Railway house in Rocky Hill started early and stayed steady all weekend as more…

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Montgomery Administrator Reports New Resident Portal, Rev 250 Page, Transportation Survey and Facility Upgrades

May 19, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township has launched a new Rev 250 celebration page, is preparing a new online resident portal, and is reviewing planned upgrades to the Otto Kaufman Community Center and Senior Center, Township Business Administrator Lori Savron reported during the…

Montgomery BOE to Review Early Literacy, Policies, Insurance Renewals and Student Programs

May 18, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township Board of Education is scheduled to meet Tuesday, May 19, at 6 p.m. at the Orchard Hill Elementary School cafeteria for a regular business meeting. The agenda includes a superintendent’s presentation on early literacy, along with…

Publisher’s Note: Headline News Montgomery’s Policy on Political Advertising and Candidate Endorsements

May 13, 2026

Headline News Montgomery Staff As Montgomery enters another election season, Headline News Montgomery wants to clearly state its editorial policy regarding political candidates, campaigns and election coverage. Headline News Montgomery does not endorse candidates for public office. We also do not accept advertising dollars…

Montgomery Planning Board Approves Route 206 Lot Line Adjustment, Hears Health-Focused Planning Presentation

May 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township Planning Board approved a Route 206 minor subdivision application, adopted a resolution for a previously heard signage variance, and heard a detailed presentation from Rutgers planning students on how public health considerations can be incorporated…

Montgomery Board of Education Hears District Updates, Committee Reports and Public Comment at April 28 Meeting

May 4, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township Board of Education received a series of district updates, committee reports and public comments during its April 28 meeting, with discussion ranging from student achievements and school programming to technology use, facility rentals and community…

 From Opportunity to Implementation  

May 4, 2026

Karen Tuveson | Contributing Columnist CREATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE: RETHINKING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PART 3) Part 3 of a look at how creative infrastructure strengthens local economies, supports public health, and activates underutilized space.  Building Forward Earlier parts of this series outlined a clear…

National Small Business Week Highlights Importance of Supporting Montgomery Businesses

May 4, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta As National Small Business Week is observed from May 3 through May 9, residents have a timely opportunity to recognize the role small businesses play in shaping the character and strength of the community. For more than 60 years,…

Montgomery Awarded $50,000 Grant to Support Health-Focused Planning Initiative

May 1, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Montgomery Township has been awarded a $50,000 grant through the statewide Plan4HealthNJ program, funding that local officials say will help strengthen the connection between public health and land use planning over the coming year. According to…

Montgomery BOE Approves 2026-27 Budget After Lengthy Hearing, Debate Over Costs and Staffing

April 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Board adopts spending plan with 6.37% tax levy increase after presentation by Business Administrator Andrew Italiano, public comment and extended discussion over healthcare, enrollment and staffing transparency The Montgomery Township Board of Education approved the district’s 2026-27 budget…

Township Committee Responds to Disturbing News at Montgomery High School

April 24, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Montgomery Township officials are speaking out following recent news involving the circulation of inappropriate images of students at Montgomery High School, calling the matter deeply troubling and reaffirming that the safety of children remains a top…