In an effort to prevent crashes before they occur, the Montgomery Township Police Department, in partnership with the New Jersey State Police, conducted an unannounced roadside truck inspection on August 12 on Route 601. It resulted in 19 inspections with 37 total violations. Of those inspections, 13 resulted in out-of-service violations, while seven involved weight violations.

Joe Lockwood, a 28-year-old trumpeter and 2016 graduate of Montgomery High School, NJ, and his partner Morgan Walbridge opened a recording studio and gathering space in the artsy Fishtown section of Philadelphia.

Answering a call across two and a half centuries, Benjamin Franklin was guest of honor at a well-attended reading of the Declaration of Independence in Rocky Hill Borough Hall on July 8, just prior to the monthly borough council meeting. Dr. Franklin (portrayed by reenactor Donald Crouthamel of Sellersville, PA, a family friend of borough resident Gina Sciaraffo), smilingly acknowledged the cheers and shouts of “Huzzah!” as he entered the room.

Montgomery leaders are expected to appoint a new township committee member tonight, replacing Vince Barragan who resigned in June and moved to Princeton. The Montgomery Democratic Organization with assistance from the the Democratic County Committee selected three candidates for consideration: Amanda Baumunk, Brian M. Cige, and Douglas Herring.

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. In addition to a feature article, each athlete receives gift certificates to The Tiger’s Tale and Beniamino's Cucina and Pizza. Emma Scrudato and Jacob Chang are The Montgomery News July Athletes of the Month.

Montgomery Township Committee unanimously approves an ordinance to ban data centers and detention centers. A lawyer who represents Kahn Development -— the owner of a 300-acre tract zoned for limited industrial use, urged Montgomery leaders to vote against an ordinance. About a dozen community members spoke in support of the ordinance, and to protect a 300-acre plot in Skillman —the former campus of J&J and Kenvue now owned by EKahn.

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.