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Montgomery BOE Passes Wide-Ranging Action Agenda

February 17, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta At the Montgomery Township Board of Education’s Jan. 27 business meeting, the board approved a wide-ranging Action Agenda covering routine reports, curriculum documents for next school year, consulting support for professional development, major finance and facilities resolutions, transportation contracts, the district’s…

Municipal Alliance Highlights Winter Wellness Event, Student Programs and Spring Parenting Workshop in February Update

February 17, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Rocky Hill Municipal Alliance and Municipal Youth Services Commission (MAYSC) released a February update outlining recent programming aimed at youth wellness, prevention education and community engagement, along with upcoming opportunities for students and parents. Committee Chair Lori…

Fire District #2 Election Saturday in Montgomery: What It Is — and Why the Budget Vote Matters

February 16, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township voters will head to the polls this Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, for the annual Fire District #2 election, a local vote that directly affects how the community funds and supports its fire protection services. While many residents are…

Montgomery Volunteer Fire Company to Host Membership Open House March 4

February 15, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Residents interested in serving their community will have a chance to learn more about volunteering with the Montgomery Township Volunteer Fire Department during a Membership Open House on Wednesday, March 4, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Montgomery…

Board of Health Endorses PSE&G Wastewater Plan for Harlingen Substation, Hears Funding and Staffing Updates

February 14, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Montgomery Township Board of Health on Feb. 11 approved routine monthly reports and minutes, then voted to endorse a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) application connected to a proposed PSE&G electrical substation project at 151 Trent…

Residents Raise Questions on EKAHN/Kenvue Litigation, Possible Site Activity During Public Comment at Feb. 9 Planning Board Meeting

February 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta During the public comment portion of the Montgomery Township Planning Board’s Feb. 9 meeting, several residents asked questions centered on the former Kenvue/Johnson & Johnson property—often referred to in township discussions as the EKAHN site—including the status of…

Township to Post Amended Housing Plan Feb. 13; Planning Board Hearing Set for Feb. 23

February 13, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Planning Board Briefed on Affordable Housing Plan Revisions, Key Dates Ahead of Feb. 23 Hearing Montgomery Township officials used the Planning Board’s Feb. 9 meeting to walk board members and residents through the process for updating the township’s…

Township Committee Highlights Lenape Marker, Youth Wellness Program, Kenvue Site Clarification

February 6, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township committee members delivered a wide-ranging set of updates at the Feb. 5 Township Committee meeting, highlighting efforts ranging from historic recognition and volunteer board staffing to youth mental-health programming, public health initiatives and a clarification of…

Montgomery Previews Affordable Housing Plan as March 15 Deadline Looms.

February 6, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township officials used Thursday night’s Township Committee meeting to preview the next steps in the township’s affordable housing planning process and to provide an update on ongoing litigation tied to state housing deadlines. Mayor Singh opened the…

Montgomery Committee Advances Sewer Funding, Renews Shared Services and Resets Cell Tower Bid

February 3, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — The Montgomery Township Committee moved through a full agenda at its Jan. 22 regular meeting, reallocating infrastructure funds, renewing several long-standing shared service agreements and taking steps to secure a better deal on a planned cell…

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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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