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MHS Theater Sets Sail with Whimsical “Peter and the Starcatcher”

November 23, 2025

Nicholas MistrettaMHS ‘79 SKILLMAN, N.J. — Montgomery High School Theater Department traded fairy dust for starstuff Friday night as students opened their fall play,Peter and the Starcatcher, a playful and inventive prequel to Peter Pan directed by David Gordon. Performed on November 21…

Harlingen Church Invites Community to Third Annual “Breakfast with Santa”

November 18, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta BELLE MEAD, N.J. — For the third year in a row, the fellowship hall at Harlingen Church will be transformed into a cozy holiday gathering place as the congregation welcomes neighbors to its free “Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday,…

Municipal Alliance Launches Busy Season of Wellness, Youth and Prevention Programs

November 13, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY – The Montgomery/Rocky Hill Municipal Alliance and Municipal Youth Services Commission (MYSC) outlined an ambitious slate of prevention, wellness and youth-focused initiatives at their recent committee meeting, touching on everything from vaping and digital wellness to men’s…

Speaker Mike Maloney urges students to “keep writing the American story” at Montgomery Veterans Day ceremony

November 11, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — A powerful Veterans Day message centered on service, sacrifice, and responsibility to future generations was delivered Sunday by Montgomery Veterans Memorial Committee member, Mike Maloney, at Montgomery Township’s annual observance. Maloney served from 1984 to 1987 in Marine…

Veterans honored at Montgomery ceremony; observance moved indoors due to weather

November 11, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — Montgomery Township held its annual Veterans Day observance on Sunday, November 9, with veterans, first responders, scouts, educators, students, and residents gathering at the Municipal Building’s Committee Meeting Hall after the event was moved indoors…

House fire displaces residents; officers rescue elderly occupant

November 7, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — An early-morning house fire on Opossum Road prompted a multi-agency emergency response and the rescue of an elderly resident, according to Montgomery Township Police. At approximately 4:13 a.m. on November 7, Montgomery Police, Montgomery Fire…

NEWS ALERT: Veterans Day Ceremony – Venue Change

November 7, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Please be advised that due to impending inclement weather this Sunday, November 9, the Veterans Day Ceremony has been relocated from Veterans Park to the: Montgomery Township Municipal BuildingCommittee Meeting Hall100 Community DriveSkillman, NJ 08558 The ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m. Photo…

Headline News Montgomery: Local Election Totals and Candidate Statements

November 6, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Township CommitteeFour candidates sought two Township Committee seats. Reported vote totals Candidate statements Vince Barragan:“I’m humbled by the show of support from my neighbors and fellow residents – Thank you! I’d like to thank Chris and George who…

Municipal Alliance Committee Sounds Alarm on AI Risks in Digital Wellness Talk

October 30, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — The Municipal Alliance Committee devoted a significant portion of its October 13 meeting to “digital wellness,” zeroing in on the fast-growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in everyday life and the risks it may pose—particularly to…

Montgomery Cuts Ribbon on Inclusive Playground Built for All Ages and Abilities

October 29, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, N.J. — Montgomery Township officially opened its long-awaited all-access playground on Friday, Oct. 24, celebrating the new space with a ribbon-cutting at the Municipal Center in Skillman. The 11,500-square-foot playground was designed so that residents of all…

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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…

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