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Township Committee Highlights Community Events, Student Programs and Civic Initiatives at March 5 Meeting

March 12, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, NJ — Community pride, upcoming events and ongoing township initiatives were among the highlights shared during the Township Committee reports portion of the March 5 Montgomery Township Committee meeting. Committee member Mike Martin opened by celebrating the…

Montgomery Police Join Students for Read Across America

March 11, 2026

Montgomery Township police officers spent time in local classrooms this month, sharing stories and encouraging a love of reading as part of the nationwide Read Across America initiative. Officers from the Montgomery Township Police Department visited Rock Brook School on March 2, where they read books…

Township Engineer Praised for Advocating Reform on State Permit Delays

March 10, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta At the Montgomery Township Committee meeting on March 5, Township Administrator Lori Savron took time during her report to highlight the efforts of Township Engineer Mark Herrmann, praising him for raising concerns about state permitting delays that have affected municipal projects…

Montgomery Board of Education Reviews Elementary Reconfiguration, Budget Pressures, and Policy Updates at Feb. 24 Meeting

February 26, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township, N.J. — February 24, 2026 The Montgomery Township Board of Education received a series of wide-ranging committee reports Tuesday night, highlighting a potential restructuring of the district’s elementary schools, early discussions surrounding the 2026–27 budget, updates…

Montgomery Township Schools to Open on Two-Hour Delay Tuesday Due to Overnight Freeze

February 23, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township School District will operate on a two-hour delayed opening schedule on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Superintendent Mary E. McLoughlin announced Monday. In a message to district families and staff, McLoughlin said the delay will provide facilities crews with…

Mandatory Travel Restriction Extended as Winter Storm Continues to Impact Montgomery Township

February 23, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township remains under a state-imposed travel restriction as hazardous winter storm conditions persist across New Jersey. The Montgomery Township Police Department announced Monday morning that the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, operating under the Division of the New Jersey…

Township Mobilizes Full Snow Response as Blizzard Conditions Continue

February 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta As heavy snowfall and high winds continue to impact the region, Montgomery Township officials report that crews are working around the clock to maintain passable roadways and coordinate emergency response efforts. Mayor Neena Singh provided an operational update Saturday evening,…

Blizzard Warning Issued; Schools Close as Potentially Historic Winter Storm Targets Montgomery

February 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township is preparing for what forecasters are calling a potentially historic winter storm, prompting school closures, business shutdowns and urgent public safety advisories ahead of heavy snow, strong winds and possible coastal flooding. The National Weather Service (NWS)…

Public Comment Brings Black History Month Resolution, Kenvue Property Questions, Inclusion Concerns, and Park Cleanliness to Forefront

February 20, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Public comment at the Feb. 19 Montgomery Township Committee meeting touched on a range of issues—from how the township recognizes Black History Month, to ongoing community attention on the former Kenvue/Grandview property and affordable housing messaging, to concerns about…

Dr. Wang Raises Clarity, Equity Questions as Board Reviews Key Curriculum Items at Jan. 27 Meeting

February 17, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta During the Montgomery Township Board of Education meeting on Jan. 27, board member Dr. Wang offered comments and posed a series of questions tied to several action agenda items scheduled for board approval, focusing on how the district communicates academic pathways,…

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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…