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North Carolina Man Arrested After Violent Stabbing in Montgomery Township

June 19, 2025

Somerset County Prosecutor’s Press Release Montgomery Township, NJ — June 18, 2025 — A North Carolina man has been arrested and charged in connection with a violent stabbing that occurred in Montgomery Township earlier this week, Somerset County authorities confirmed.…

Art, Environment, and Community Intersect at “Climate Change Now” Exhibit Reception

June 15, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township, NJ — June 12, 2025 — A spirit of reflection, artistry, and environmental awareness filled the Montgomery Municipal Center on Wednesday evening as residents gathered for the “Meet the Artists” reception celebrating the township’s current art…

Somerset County Hosts Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Event in Hillsborough

June 14, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Residents Offered Safe, Free Disposal of Household Hazards on June 14, 9am – 2pm Somerset County – June 14, 2025 – Somerset County residents looking to safely dispose of toxic household materials have an important opportunity today.…

Local Artists Spotlight Climate Change in New Exhibit at Montgomery Municipal Center

June 12, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Reception and artist talk set for June 12 Montgomery Township’s Municipal Center is once again showcasing the power of local art to spark reflection and community dialogue. This summer, the lobby features a compelling new exhibit titled “Climate Change…

Updated: Montgomery Township Primary Election Sets Field for Fall Showdown

June 11, 2025

Barragan and Martin Win Democratic Primary; Venis and DeSanctis Advance Unopposed on GOP Ticket By Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery, NJ – June 11, 2025 — With the conclusion of Tuesday night’s primary election, the race for Montgomery Township Committee is now officially…

Montgomery Township Committee Primary Election Results Finalized

June 11, 2025

By Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery, NJ — The results of yesterday’s June 10th primary election for the Montgomery Township Committee have been finalized, setting the stage for the November general election. On the Republican side, candidates Chris Venis and George DeSanctis ran…

Montgomery Police and Health Department Team Up to Educate Teens on Substance Abuse Through Interactive Program

June 9, 2025

Official Press Release Dated June 9 2025 Montgomery Township Police Chief Silvio Bet is pleased to announce that the Montgomery Township Police in partnership with the Montgomery Health Department are continuing to show their support and dedication to Teen Alcohol…

Township Issues Formal Response to PBA Amid Ongoing Contract Dispute

June 5, 2025

Official Press Release Dated June 5 2025 First and foremost, the Montgomery Township Committee values our entire Montgomery Police Department – this is reflected in the significant investments approved over the past three years in resources, headcount and recruiting support.…

Mayor Singh Delivers Rare Sharp Rebuttal from Dais in Defense of Local Businesses

May 31, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta At the May 28 special meeting of the Montgomery Township Committee, Mayor Neena Singh delivered a rare and impassioned rebuke in response to a resident’s repeated criticism of a local farm’s use of the word “Princeton” in its…

Residents Raise Ethics, Transparency Concerns at Township Committee Meeting

May 30, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township – May 28, 2025 Tensions were high during the public comment portion at Montgomery’s May 28 special Township Committee meeting, as residents criticized what they described as a troubling pattern of exclusion, political retaliation, and potential…

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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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