Montgomery Township has two new police officers: Ryan Martinez and Shawn Dwyer. Both were sworn in at the Township Committee meeting on June 19.

A group of Montgomery residents who say they mostly support affordable housing object to where and how their town officials' plan to build it, will meet at the Montgomery Library in the community room tonight at 5:30 pm.

One question expressed by Montgomery School Board Member Ting Wang lingered at the end of the meeting on June 17: “Where’s the data showing that Montgomery is excelling?” Some board members exhibit a lack of trust in school professionals, despite evidence that Montgomery schools are ranked among the best in many metrics.

When Alyssa Petti showed up for her first day of work as the new general manager for Dogtopia in Belle Mead on Monday, June 30, she was in for a surprise. Some of the employees were on strike holding signs stating, "Beware of Owner, Not Dog!," "No More Ruff Conditions," and "Dogs Can't Speak so We Are."

Rocky Hill, a small borough with about 250 households and population of around 700ish people, celebrated Independence Day on July 4th in its usual way — a parade.

Somerset County officials presented their preferred solution to the Griggstown Causeway traffic nightmare: Three traffic lights. The flooding issues were not addressed at public hearing and information session at the Somerset County Administration Building in Somerville on July 1.

Three students graduated from Rock Brook School on Orchard Road in Skillman, NJ on June 12.

Mahender Gorrai, a 25-year resident of Skillman and an IT professional, ventured out of his comfort zone and into a new business. He opened an office hotel, Venture X, where community members may reserve office space for whatever suits the type of work they need to do.

Montgomery Township is set to join a group of municipalities in a lawsuit against a state mandate to build more affordable housing.

On a sweltering June 24th evening, 427 students, plus their families, teachers, and school officials, gathered inside the air conditioned gymnasium to celebrate their accomplishments.

Somerset County will host an in-person public information session on Tuesday, July 1, from 6:30 pm to 8 pm to update the community on the Griggstown Causeway (CR 632) Concept Development Study, which impacts both Montgomery and Franklin Townships.

Kim Borredon, 55 Owner of Alfonso's Pizzeria in Montgomery Township (March 2, 1970  -  June 18, 2025)

An additional 260 affordable housing unit credits must be built or otherwise provided in Montgomery Township, NJ, between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2035. Learn where the new developments might go. Residents have an opportunity to give feedback at the 45-minute June 23 Planning Board meeting at the Montgomery Municipal Center in Skillman. (The meeting will continue on June 26 if needed).

The Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum (SSAAM), is dedicated to preserving and sharing the African American experience. It invites the public to its fourth annual Juneteenth celebration, at its Hollow Road campus in Skillman on Saturday, June 21 from Noon to 4 pm.

The suspect who was arrested after stabbing a Montgomery, NJ, resident outside a Willow Run home on June 16 at 1:30 pm is now charged with Attempted Murder, police said. The victim was transported to an area hospital for stab wounds to the shoulder and abdomen, underwent emergency surgery, and luckily is expected to survive.

Education is undergoing a significant transformation due to the integration of AI, which is influencing the way education is delivered, accessed, and experienced.

Each month, Montgomery High School Athletic Director Kris Grundy polls local coaches to select a female and male scholar athlete to spotlight on this page. Each Athlete of the Month will receive a $25 Gift Certificate to The Tiger’s Tale.

Montgomery High School junior Obinna Obuba is having a phenomenal season. He won the Somerset County championship for the 110m hurdles, while placing third in the high jump and fifth in the 200m dash.

Montgomery softball star Connor Fogarty always has the green light to swing. While most coaches advise their players to take a pitch during a hitter-friendly 3-0 count, Fogarty is the exception. An NJISAA scholar-athlete award recipient, an Oberlin College commit, and a four-year varsity starter, Fogarty has risen through the ranks and become an invaluable piece of this Cougars squad.

Montgomery/Somerset Co. Voters Favor Mikie and Jack for Governor, Monty Dems Reelect Incumbents in Local Races, GOP Local Elections Uncontested

Montgomery Township, NJ, volunteer firefighters drove one of its excess fire trucks to Tennessee and provided hands-on training to Erwin’s crew for two days. Erwin Fire Chief Jason Harris told The Montgomery News about the harrowing scenes of the floodwaters rising faster than anyone could anticipate.

Montgomery Township, NJ, Police and Health Department officials are partnering to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping and substance abuse. They sponsored a program at Montgomery High School on Friday, June 6, aimed at educating teens about the risks.

Princeton Airport on Route 206 in the Skillman section of Montgomery Township, is offering free tours every Tuesday at 10:30 am during July and August 2025. It's a great adventure for young future pilots ages 5 and up. 

Montgomery Township Committee issues a special statement regarding its PBA contract negotiations, citing their commitment to police officers, while being mindful of property taxes. Montgomery taxpayers already pay the highest property taxes in Somerset County, NJ, and continue to face rising school and municipal expenses, compounded by inflation.