Montgomery Township's annual fireworks display was a little different this year. In addition to the live band, dancing, and colorful explosions in the sky, Gen. George Washington and Comte de Rochambeau attended on horseback. Revolutionary War musician William Stives played his fife while Wonder Woman and Captain America greeted the children in attendance on a cool summer evening at Montgomery High School on June 25.

The wooden Griggstown Causeway Canal Bridge will be replaced soon with a single-span steel-plate girder bridge with a concrete deck and timber sidewalk surface, according to the NJ Department of Transportation. Plans also call for a flashing beacon at the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park trail crossing at Griggstown Causeway. It is a popular spot for hikers, and the location of a canoe-rental business on the canal.

Pacific Southern (PS) Railway of Rocky Hill will hold its first Summer Train Fest to celebrate the beginning of summer on Saturday, June 20. PS’s “chief marketing officer” James Murray says, “The event will feature all sorts of fun activities for families and fans.” Murray, also known as “Murr” from the TBS show “Impractical Jokers” and his wife Melyssa, own the PS’ home, will be there to greet those attending.

When Andrew Case joined the Rocky Hill Fire Department in January, he became the latest member with a long family history of service to the community. The tradition began with his grandfather, Toby Whitlock, who joined the department over 65 years ago after following in the footsteps of his own father and grandfather. Andrew's uncle, Ray Whitlock, also volunteers with the department, and Andrew’s father, David Case, joined in 1998.

Gregory C. Robinson died on June 6, 2026, in Flemington, NJ. He was 77. Greg was a masterful stained glass craftsman who owned a storefront in Rocky Hill, NJ, where he also taught stained glass making, inspiring many to explore the beauty of this timeless art form. His work became a cherished fixture in the community. He later owned “Suncatchers by Reps” and “The Glass Wizard,” both located in Flemington, where he specialized in creating custom windows, and unique stained gla

Throughout 2026, local towns, state and county parks, schools, and historic sites will celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary with a variety of public programs. Join in on the fun and take advantage of this opportunity to explore local history. From hikes to music to Revolutionary War reenactments and fireworks, The Montgomery News lists a few of the best Central News Jersey events.

When we talk about the American Revolution, we usually talk about ideas: liberty, independence, self-government. Sometimes we talk about battles: Lexington, Trenton, Yorktown. But I want to talk about something closer to home.