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Nine Candidates File for Three Montgomery Board of Education Seats

July 28, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta As of 4pm yesterday, Nine candidates have submitted petitions to run for three open seats on the Montgomery Township School District Board of Education. The candidates, listed alphabetically by last name, are: Voters will select three candidates in…

Montgomery Graduate Jared Gaynor Named Head Coach of Cherry Valley Sharks

July 28, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Former Sharks swimmer moves into leadership role after three seasons as an assistant coach SKILLMAN, NJ — Cherry Valley Country Club recently announced that Montgomery native Jared Gaynor will serve as the new head coach of the club’s…

Montgomery United Methodist Church to Celebrate Dr. Laura Bell’s 25 Years of Musical Leadership

July 27, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta “Dr. Bell & Friends” concert and reception will honor longtime church musician and retired Montgomery educator on Aug. 30 SKILLMAN, NJ — Montgomery United Methodist Church will celebrate the musical career and community contributions of Dr. Laura Bell…

Township Working Toward Online Permit Tracking

July 23, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ —  During her report to the Township Committee, Business Administrator Lori Savron said the township is preparing to release a survey seeking feedback from residents, businesses and contractors who have applied for zoning, engineering, health or…

New Rules Affect Takeout Utensils and Electric Bicycles

July 23, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta During the legal update at the July 16 Township committee meeting, Township Attorney Wendy Rubinstein Quiroga reminded residents and businesses that New Jersey’s “Skip the Stuff” law will begin being enforced Aug. 1. Under the law, restaurants and…

Township administrator outlines Community Center improvements, public surveys

July 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta $850,000 Grant to Support Community Center ImprovementsTownship Business Administrator Lori Savron provided an update on an $850,000 federal grant awarded for improvements at the Otto Kaufman Community Center and Senior Center. The township expects the federal government to provide the…

Community Garden Explored Near Route 206

July 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery officials are exploring the creation of a community garden on open space near the intersection of Route 206 and Harlingen Road. Township staff members plan to meet with representatives of the state Green Acres Program to discuss…

Independence Day Success, Health Updates and Community Programs Highlight Montgomery Committee Reports

July 21, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Officials recognize Rev 250 volunteers, promote America 250 tile workshops and report strong turnout for township events MONTGOMERY, NJ — Montgomery Township Committee members used their July 16 reports to recognize the success of the township’s Independence Day…

Regional Plan Targets Flooding and Stormwater Problems

July 21, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Township Business Administrator Lori Savron highlighted Montgomery’s participation in a regional stormwater-planning effort involving communities within the Lower Millstone River watershed. The initiative is only the second of its kind in New Jersey and recognizes that flooding and drainage problems…

Registration Continues for Senior Bulk Pickup

July 20, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Township officials reminded residents that registration for its curbside bulk-waste collection program remains open through July 31. The service is available to senior residents, with pickups scheduled by geographic area during four weeks in August. Residents may register online or…

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Fal-Rooney Sports Camps Celebrates 20 Years of Sports, Leadership and Summer Memories

August 14, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — For two decades, Fal-Rooney Sports Camps has been giving local children a place to stay active, develop new skills and learn lessons that extend well beyond the playing field. This summer, the Montgomery-based camp is celebrating…

Montgomery Planning Board Approves PSE&G Substation on Trent Place

August 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — The Montgomery Township Planning Board approved plans Monday night for a new PSE&G electrical substation on Trent Place, a project the utility says is needed to relieve pressure on existing substations and provide additional electrical capacity…

Township to Receive Supportive Housing Award

August 12, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Business Administrator Lori Savron announced that Montgomery has been selected to receive an award from the Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey for one of its affordable housing projects. The project is a six-bedroom group home designed for adults with…

Township Seeking Permanent Fix for Route 601 Pothole

August 11, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ  – Business Administrator, Lori Savron, addressed a recurring roadway problem on County Route 601 near the CSX rail crossing by Gibraltar, where a deep pothole has periodically developed. Because Route 601 is a county road, Somerset County has…

Cookie Franco-Herman Appointed Chair of Montgomery Municipal Alliance

August 7, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — The Montgomery Township Committee appointed longtime community volunteer and Board of Education member Cookie Franco-Herman as chair of the Montgomery Municipal Alliance during its Aug. 6 public meeting. Franco-Herman was appointed through Resolution 26-8-217 to fill…

Montgomery Police Detail Flock Camera System, Privacy Safeguards and Role in Local Investigations

August 7, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — The Montgomery Township Police Department provided a detailed look Thursday night at its use of Flock Safety automated license plate recognition cameras, explaining how the technology works, how the information it collects is controlled and how…

Rotary Fundraiser and Dance Factory Community Generate $1,600 Breast Cancer Donation

August 3, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Contribution made in memory of Leika Weintraub grew from Montgomery/Rocky Hill Rotary Club’s annual Run With Rotary event MONTGOMERY — A longstanding partnership between the Montgomery/Rocky Hill Rotary Club and The Dance Factory resulted in a $1,000 donation to the Breast Cancer Resource…

Headline News Montgomery Outlines Election Coverage Policy

August 3, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta News outlet will not endorse candidates, accept campaign advertising or edit candidate responses As Montgomery Township prepares for the upcoming Board of Education and Township Committee elections, Headline News Montgomery is reaffirming its commitment to independent, fair and…

Montgomery BOE Tables AI Policy, Reviews Limits on Board Member Communication

July 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Questions raised by Board Member Kathryn Worland prompted further review of parental consent language and how members communicate between public meetings MONTGOMERY — The Montgomery Township Board of Education tabled a proposed artificial intelligence policy during its July…

Montgomery Planning Board Approves 196-Unit Senior Living Community

July 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Thrive at Montgomery will include independent living, assisted living and memory care residences on Scarborough Road MONTGOMERY — The Montgomery Township Planning Board unanimously approved plans for a 196-unit senior living community during its July 27 meeting, clearing…