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Residents Encouraged to Attend Two Key Public Meetings Next Week

April 24, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Planning Board to address 23 Orchard redevelopment Monday; Board of Education to vote on school budget Tuesday evening Residents may wish to note two important public meetings scheduled for next week, both involving issues of significant community interest.…

Montgomery School Officials Address AI Misconduct Allegations, Emphasize Student Safety and Legal Limits

April 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Montgomery Township School District officials are responding to recent reports involving alleged misuse of artificial intelligence to create and share inappropriate images of students, emphasizing both the seriousness of the situation and the legal constraints that…

Residents Raise Budget Concerns, Transparency Questions at Montgomery Township Committee Meeting

April 20, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Residents voiced a range of concerns and perspectives during the public comment portion of the Montgomery Township Committee’s April 16 meeting, with topics including the proposed 2026 municipal budget, communication practices, and community services. One resident,…

Administrator Highlights Transportation Survey Deadline, Redevelopment Process, and Community Programs

April 20, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — Township Administrator Lori Savron provided an overview of ongoing municipal initiatives, upcoming deadlines, and community programs during her report to the Township Committee at its April 16 meeting. Savron began by reminding residents that the township’s transportation survey…

Montgomery Introduces 2026 Budget. Focus on Reserves, Core Services, and Capital Needs

April 20, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — Montgomery Township officials on April 16 introduced a proposed 2026 municipal budget built around a familiar balancing act: holding the line on discretionary spending while absorbing higher costs for health insurance, police salaries, pensions, utilities, and…

Troop 46 Continues Tradition with 58th Annual Strawberry Festival

April 19, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery residents have something sweet to look forward to again as Troop 46 prepares to host its 58th annual Strawberry Festival on Sunday, June 7th, at the Lower Middle School. The beloved community fundraiser is again expected to…

Montgomery Police Launch Special Needs Identification Decal Program to Enhance Safety and Communication

April 14, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township — The Montgomery Township Police Department has announced a new community-focused initiative aimed at improving interactions between first responders and residents with special needs. In partnership with Rock Brook School and the Montgomery Special Education PTA (MSEPTA),…

Montgomery Township Planning Board – What’s Happening Tonight (April 13, 2026)

April 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Planning Board will meet tonight to review development projects and handle regular business. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect according to the agenda. Public CommentResidents can speak at the beginning of the meeting about topics not listed on the…

Board Members Discuss Literacy Curriculum, Costs, and State Initiatives During March 24 BOE Meeting

April 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MHS ’79 Cougar Sports Correspondent MONTGOMERY, NJ — A discussion on curriculum and instructional strategy during the March 24 Montgomery Township Board of Education meeting highlighted differing perspectives among board members on literacy programs, research-based instruction, and the financial…

Public Comment Highlights Concerns Over Staffing Reductions and Rising Healthcare Costs at March 24 BOE Meeting

April 11, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MHS ’79 Cougar Sports Correspondent MONTGOMERY, NJ — Public comment at the March 24 Montgomery Township Board of Education meeting featured remarks from two speakers who raised concerns about district staffing decisions and escalating healthcare costs, urging greater transparency…

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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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