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Montgomery Presses Ahead With Amended Affordable Housing Plan, Extension-of-Controls Program

January 31, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — Montgomery officials say they will continue moving forward with an amended affordable housing plan that removes the controversial Kenvue site and relies heavily on extending controls on existing affordable units, even as they await a recommendation…

Township Administrator Updates Committee on Land Preservation, Rev250 Plans, Facility Repairs and Services for Seniors

January 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — Business Administrator Lori Savron used her report at the Jan. 22 Township Committee meeting to highlight new open space preservation, an historic-commemoration event change, ongoing infrastructure challenges at township facilities, and continuing services for local seniors. Township Preserves…

Montgomery Seeks Volunteers to Help Protect Township’s Trees

January 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — Township Committee member Mike Martin used his committee update at a recent Township Committee meeting to issue a public call for new volunteers to serve on Montgomery’s Shade Tree Committee, saying the group is looking to add three to four…

Superintendent Highlights Board Service, Student Achievement and Community Spirit at January Meeting

January 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — From recognizing the Board of Education’s volunteer service to celebrating academic, artistic and community achievements across all grade levels, Superintendent Mary McLoughlin’s report at the Jan. 27 Board of Education meeting painted a picture of a…

Mayor Singh Honors Longtime Township Employees, Retiree Wilbur Hart for Decades of Service

January 30, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — Public works veteran Wilbur Hart and more than two dozen Montgomery Township employees were formally honored for their years of service during the Jan. 22 Township Committee meeting, as Mayor Neena Singh read proclamations recognizing their dedication to the community.…

Behind the Snow Day: Montgomery Bus Staff Tackle Unseen Work to Keep Routes Running

January 26, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta While students and staff in Montgomery Township often see a snow day as a welcome break, the district’s transportation staff spends those same hours preparing to make sure school can safely reopen the next morning. Wheels of Change…

Montgomery Township Education Foundation (MTEF) Launches First-Ever Tricky Tray to Support Montgomery Schools

January 22, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Fundraising night set for Feb. 27 at Princeton Elks Lodge in Skillman The Montgomery Township Education Foundation will host its 1st Annual Tricky Tray Fundraising Event on Friday, February 27, at the Princeton Elks Lodge in Skillman, offering an evening of prizes,…

Montgomery Planning Board Reappoints Campeas Chair, Sets 2026 Meeting Schedule

January 14, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP — The Montgomery Township Planning Board held its annual reorganization meeting on January 12, voting to reappoint its leadership team and formally adopting its meeting schedule for 2026. Board member Dave Campeas was unanimously reappointed as chair following a…

Former Board Member Questions Audit Timing; Business Administrator Defends Process

January 9, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta At the January 6 Montgomery Township Board of Education meeting, a former board member used the public comment period to question how and when the district’s annual financial audit was handled—prompting a detailed response from Business Administrator Andrew Italiano.…

Correction: January 6 Board of Education Vote on Agenda Item 1.1

January 9, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta In our coverage of the January 6, 2026 Montgomery Board of Education reorganization meeting, Headline News Montgomery incorrectly reported that Board Vice President Maria Spina abstained from voting on Agenda Item 1.1. This was inaccurate. Maria Spina did not abstain from Item…

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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…