What if you could get the house of your dreams delivered right to you — but with assembly required? That’s the background of the “kit houses” — more than 70,000 of them, by one estimate — sold in America and Canada by the Sears, Roebuck & Company between 1908 and 1942. Excellent examples abound right here in The Montgomery News readership area, most notably in Rocky Hill.

A group known as "Montgomery Neighbors United" has raised almost $9,000 as of today to challenge Montgomery Township's plan to provide the state-mandated 260 units or credits of affordable housing.

With nearly 40% of the town preserved, and more open space added each year, Montgomery Township’s land portfolio is dominated by preserved parkland, open space, and farmland. However, the property that once served as the government hub, is part of an evolving discussion: What should be done with the property that once housed the town’s municipal building?

This school year, local high school students can choose an extracurricular activity that goes beyond the ordinary. They can train to fight fires, respond to emergencies, and serve their community through the Rocky Hill NJ Fire Department’s Junior Firefighter Program.

Former Belle Mead Fire Chief Dan Calver Pullen rode the heavenly fire truck to his last call. He died on August 7, 2025, surrounded by family.

Montgomery Township Committee and Planning Board held an Affordable Housing Town Hall Monday night at the municipal center. Mayor Neena Singh said, "New options were developed in response to public feedback. Among the new options are additional extensions on expiring deed restrictions on existing affordable units so we can further reduce the total number of new units constructed." Meanwhile, two community groups are gearing up to challenge the township's plan.

Savemontgomery.org, a group of Montgomery residents dedicated to preserving the character and tranquility of their neighborhood, is set to wage a formal legal challenge against their municipality's plan to fulfill its Round 4 state-mandated Affordable Housing requirement.