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Skillman Resident Raises Concerns Over Septic Fees at Board of Health Meeting

April 9, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township — Skillman resident Michel Parise raised concerns regarding the township’s septic system fee structure during the public comment portion of the April 8 Board of Health meeting, calling for greater transparency and a review of the existing policy.…

From Vacancy to Vitality: A Practical Model for Community Space 

April 8, 2026

Karen Tuveson | Contributing Columnist CREATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE: RETHINKING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PART 2) A three-part look at how creative infrastructure strengthens local economies, supports public health, and activates underutilized commercial space.  Part 1 outlined the imbalance: development incentives continue to support new…

Montgomery/Rocky Hill Rotary to Lead Community Celebration of America’s 250th with “Harmony in America” Series

April 2, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, NJ — As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Montgomery/Rocky Hill Rotary is bringing the community together with a three-part celebration designed to honor service, music, and civic pride. Titled “Harmony in America,” the long weekend series is…

Residents Raise Development, Communication, and Fee Concerns During Public Comment at Montgomery Meeting

April 2, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — Residents voiced a range of concerns during the public comment portion of the March 31 Township Committee meeting, addressing topics that included land use planning, communication with seniors, election reform, and long-standing questions about septic system…

Arbor Day Proclamation and Routine Approvals

April 2, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta The Township Committee advanced a series of routine matters, including the annual Arbor Day proclamation, which formally recognizes the township’s continued commitment to environmental stewardship and open space preservation. The proclamation designates April 24, 2026, as Arbor Day in Montgomery…

Vacant Spaces, Missed Opportunities, and a Flawed Development Model 

April 2, 2026

Karen Tuveson | Contributing Columnist CREATIVE INFRASTRUCTURE: RETHINKING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PART 1) A three-part look at how creative infrastructure strengthens local economies, supports public health, and activates underutilized space. When Empty Spaces Linger, So Does Missed Opportunity  Across the region, and…

Age-Friendly Study Highlights Gaps in Services for Seniors

April 1, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — A comprehensive assessment of the needs of older residents took center stage at the March 31 Montgomery Township Committee meeting, as officials reviewed early findings from the township’s “Age-Friendly Montgomery” initiative. The study, funded through a…

Montgomery Township Committee to Address Budget Cap, Infrastructure and Community Initiatives at March 31 Meeting

March 31, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Montgomery Township Committee is scheduled to meet Tuesday, March 31, with an agenda that includes a community-focused presentation, routine financial actions, and a key ordinance that could impact the Township’s 2026 budget planning. The…

At 90, Skillman’s Jim Robinson Still Sweet on the Craft That Built a Community

March 26, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP, NJ — On Monday, March 23, Jim Robinson turned 90 years old. By most measures, it would be a milestone marked by reflection and rest. For Robinson, it was just another day doing what he has done…

BOE Presents Tentative 2026-27 Budget Centered on Healthcare Costs, Enrollment Decline and Tax Impact; Budget Would Increase Average Tax Bill by $620

March 25, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta At its March 24 meeting, the Montgomery Township Board of Education received the district’s tentative 2026-27 budget presentation from Superintendent Mary McLoughlin and Business Administrator Andrew Italiano, who described the proposal as an effort to preserve current instructional standards while…

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Savron Updates Township Committee

August 19, 2026

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY, NJ — Montgomery Township Administrator Lori Savron provided updates on a wide range of municipal projects during the Aug. 6 Township Committee meeting. Residents Asked to Help Identify Roads, Sidewalk and Park ConcernsThe township’s Plan for Health team is continuing…

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…