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Light the Night: Bringing Light to the Darkness of Cancer
For patients and their loved ones, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) offers hope instead of helplessness, connection instead of loneliness, and life-saving research and support at every step. Montgomery News Publisher Norman Silverstein of Skillman signed up to help lead LLS’s local Light the Night Walk, with a goal of raising $1 million.
The Montgomery News
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Future Science Olympians
From pH-powered diapers to firefighting robots, Montgomery’s Science Expo 2025 was filled with innovations and a contagious excitement for science. Science Inc, a club based in Montgomery Upper Middle School (UMS), sponsored the expo.
The Montgomery News
Jul 24, 20252 min read


Authentic Mexican Food Served Up at Tito’s Deli & Taco Place
Tito’s Deli and Taco Place is tucked in a modest storefront on Wall Street, across from Princeton Airport. It's a portal into the rich story and family recipes of the owners — the Aparicios.
The Montgomery News
Jul 24, 20254 min read


NJ Attorney General: Mary Jacobs Foundation Must Fulfill Its Original Purpose as a Library
The NJ Attorney General’s Office — in its role as protector of the public interest in charitable gifts and trusts — will send deputy Thomas J. Swan to appear in Superior Court, Chancery Division, at the Somerset County Courthouse in Flemington on August 29 for an order to deny cy pres to the Mary Jacobs Library Foundation in Rocky Hill.
The Montgomery News
Jul 17, 20254 min read


MHS Science Olympiad Team #10 in the Nation
The Montgomery High School Science Olympiad Team was very busy over Memorial Day weekend, when they traveled to Lincoln, NE to compete and came in 10th in the (Division C) National Tournament.
The Montgomery News
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Montgomery Police Officers Learn Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The Montgomery Township Police Department rolled out a new defensive tactics training program for its officers in June — Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
The Montgomery News
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Phone Scammer Impersonates Montgomery Police, Checks Mailed at Skillman Post Office Stolen and Altered
Phone Scammer Impersonates Montgomery Police, Checks Mailed at Skillman Post Office Stolen and Altered
The Montgomery News
Jul 16, 20252 min read


Anthony "Mr. T" Tedesco, 82
Anthony Richard Tedesco (Tony) obituary — Montgomery Township NJ School Teacher for 40 Years (November 5, 1942 - July 1, 2025)
The Montgomery News
Jul 15, 20252 min read


Skillman Resident Creates an App to Schedule Doggie Play Dates
Have you ever gone to the dog park hoping your pup will meet some new or old friends but it’s empty? Skillman resident, Ellen Dollard, is putting an end to that. She has developed an app that enables pet parents to connect with others at local dog parks.
The Montgomery News
Jul 15, 20251 min read


CT STEM Celebrates Its 1st Year
Young mathematicians in Montgomery had the opportunity to test their skills in two major competitions thanks to the newly established CT STEM in Montgomery.
The Montgomery News
Jul 14, 20251 min read


Daryl Rae Potter, 78
Daryl Rae Potter, 78, a 40-year member of the Montgomery Methodist Church, died on July 1, 2025.
The Montgomery News
Jul 13, 20251 min read


Mark Gregory Hogan, 61
Mark G. Hogan of Skillman, NJ died unexpectedly on July 4, 2025. He was only 61.
The Montgomery News
Jul 13, 20252 min read


'Neighbors for Smart Planning' Propose a Legal Challenge to Fight for Better Creative Solutions to Montgomery's Round 4 Affordable Housing Plan
About 40 Montgomery Township neighbors form a coalition, expressing frustration with their governing officials regarding the adoption of what they say is a half-baked plan to provide 260 state-mandated affordable housing units or credits in Montgomery — particularly concerning the former Johnson & Johnson (now Kenvue) property on rural Grandview Road in Skillman, NJ.
The Montgomery News
Jul 11, 20256 min read


William David Albert, 72
William David Albert of Rocky Hill, New Jersey, President of Nassau Transportation, died on July 3. He was 72.
The Montgomery News
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Vote for the July Pet of the Month
Help The Montgomery News select the July "Pet of the Month" by voting for your favorite.
The Montgomery News
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Montgomery Hires 2 New Police Officers
Montgomery Township has two new police officers: Ryan Martinez and Shawn Dwyer. Both were sworn in at the Township Committee meeting on June 19.
The Montgomery News
Jul 10, 20251 min read


A Citizens Group Known as 'Neighbors for Smart Planning' Forms in Montgomery, Meeting Tonight
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.
The Montgomery News
Jul 9, 20253 min read


Board Member: Where’s the Data Showing that Montgomery Students Are Excelling?
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.
The Montgomery News
Jul 9, 20254 min read


Employees Strike at Dogtopia in Belle Mead, New Owners Call Foul
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."
The Montgomery News
Jul 7, 20258 min read


A Slice of Americana in Historic Rocky Hill on Fourth of July
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.
The Montgomery News
Jul 5, 20253 min read


A Simple Solution Presented to Solve Griggstown Causeway Safety Issues: 3 Traffic Lights on the Montgomery Side
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.
The Montgomery News
Jul 2, 20256 min read


Rock Brook School in Skillman Graduates 3 Students
Three students graduated from Rock Brook School on Orchard Road in Skillman, NJ on June 12.
The Montgomery News
Jul 2, 20251 min read


The Future of Workspace
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.
The Montgomery News
Jul 1, 20255 min read


Montgomery to Join NJ Towns to Fight Round 4 Affordable Housing Mandate, Mayor Says
Montgomery Township is set to join a group of municipalities in a lawsuit against a state mandate to build more affordable housing.
The Montgomery News
Jun 27, 20256 min read




















