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Montgomery School Board Reaches Tentative Five-Year Deal with Transportation Union

December 22, 2025

Headline News Montgomery Staff Montgomery Township Board of Education President Patrick Todd announced this week that the district has reached a tentative five-year contract agreement with the Wheels of Change – Montgomery Safe Passage Association, the union representing the school district’s bus drivers,…

Montgomery Township Announces January Events: From Tree Recycling to Wellness and Community Input

December 20, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — As the new year begins, Montgomery Township has lined up a series of events aimed at environmental stewardship, civic engagement, public health, and community well-being. Here is a look at what is on the calendar for…

Montgomery Honors Police Officers for Acts of Heroism in 2025

December 19, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — The Montgomery Township Committee formally recognized a series of courageous and lifesaving actions by members of the Montgomery Township Police Department at its December 18 meeting, issuing a proclamation honoring officers whose work in 2025 went…

Montgomery Honors Donald W. Matthews for 57 Years of Service to the Township

December 19, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — At its December 18 meeting, the Montgomery Township Committee formally honored longtime resident Donald W. “Don” Matthews, recognizing his extraordinary 57 years of public service and leadership in nearly every facet of township life. Matthews, who will officially retire…

Montgomery Upper Middle School Brings “Beauty and the Beast JR.” to Life in Charming Opening Night Performance

December 13, 2025

Nicholas MistrettaMHS ‘79 Montgomery — The auditorium at Montgomery Upper Middle School was transformed into an enchanted castle Thursday night as students took the stage for the opening performance of Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast JR.”, a polished, energetic production that…

Montgomery Police Hosting Holiday Food Drive Drop-Off for Families in Need

December 12, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta Montgomery Township residents are being invited to help fight food insecurity this holiday season by contributing to a county-wide community food drive supported by local police. The Montgomery Township Police Department is serving as a collection site for the Somerset County…

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign Targets Impaired Driving Over Winter Holidays

December 11, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta SOMERVILLE — Law enforcement agencies in Somerset and Hunterdon counties will be stepping up patrols and impaired-driving enforcement now through New Year’s Day as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” winter holiday campaign, officials announced. Somerset…

Historic Windmill Relocation and Business Praise Highlight Township Correspondence

December 11, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — The Township Committee’s correspondence segment at the Dec. 4 meeting featured two very different but equally community-centered messages: support for relocating a long-standing windmill to enhance a local historic site, and a note of praise from…

Wood Stove Cited as Likely Cause of Route 601 Garage Fire

December 10, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta A detached storage garage in the 300 block of Route 601 was destroyed by fire Thursday afternoon, prompting a large multi-agency response and the temporary closure of the roadway for more than three hours, according to the Montgomery…

Montgomery Planning Board Advances Stormwater Master Plan, Reiterates Affordable Housing Direction

December 10, 2025

Nicholas Mistretta MONTGOMERY — The Montgomery Township Planning Board on December 8, 2025 approved Stormwater Master Plan Amendment dated December 2025, following a detailed presentation that stressed the township’s stricter-than-state stormwater standards, the growing complexity of flooding and water quality challenges, and the…

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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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