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Looking for the perfect spot to work, relax, or connect this summer? The Millburn Public Library has you covered with an exciting lineup of events for all ages, both in-person and online!

With a NO vote winning the special election, the regular Township Committee elections are set to continue in this November. Republicans, Mayor Frank Saccomandi IV and Ben Stoller, will try to win back their seats against Democrats Beth Zall and Bill Brazell. This article explores the upcoming election, its importance for who gets to control the Committee, expected issues, and how to vote.

Andrew Kapp June 29, 2026 The Millburn-Short Hills Fourth of July Committee, a local nonprofit, will hold its annual Independence Day celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The day runs from a morning program at Taylor Park to an evening fireworks show at Millburn High School. This year's holiday falls on the 250th anniversary of American independence, a milestone known as the semiquincentennial. The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on J

By Andrew Kapp Jr. June 13, 2026 Back in November, Millburn residents voted in favor of a Charter Study Commission (see: “Election Results: Charter Study Commission”). After five months of work, 18 public meetings, 40 structured interviews—with Township Committee members, all municipal department heads, and elected officials from comparable New Jersey municipalities operating under different forms of government, the five-member commission voted unanimously to propo

By: Talia Brookhim At Millburn High School, a new turf field replacement project is being set into place in the grass back fields. The project aims to upgrade the school’s athletic facilities to better meet the needs of students and the community, due to increasing demand for field space and poor infrastructure. This includes two multi-purpose fields, featuring a varsity baseball field, as well as lighting on the fields, including Miller Field. Currently, the high school is a

Forge Prep, opening this fall in Livingston, says it aims to teach students not just what to know, but how to think and work independently By Andrew Kapp • Spring Issue 2025 This upcoming fall, a new independent school is opening nearby, in Livingston, with a different approach to education. Forge Prep, founded by Anand Sanwal, an entrepreneur in the AI and data industry, will launch with an inaugural class of 30 students. The school’s model centers on project-based learning

By: Connor Qiao The First Street Foundation, a nonprofit research organization that wants to increase awareness on climate risks based in New York, finds that in the next 30 years, 55.5% of all downtown Millburn properties are at risk of damage from flooding. Furthermore, the Atlantic Hurricane Season officially starts on June 1 and ends on November 30. Although it may be two months away, it is important to know how to safely prepare for them. The Millburn committee remains i

CrimeGrade.org By: Connor Qiao Millburn is often considered to be a safe town to live in. CrimeGrade.org , a reliable website that showcases crime trends in any location, stated that Millburn is in the 62nd percentile for safety compared to all other cities in the United States. When it comes to burglary specifically, for every 1,000 Millburn residents, there are 1.114 burglaries (83rd percentile). However, in case any resident feels that their home might not be as secure,

By: Lily Kapp Did you know there’s a place to report problems within the township? Located on the Millburn, NJ township website, the Public Works Department shows where residents can report issues. On this webpage, there are multiple points of contact, including the business address, an email for the head of this committee, and a phone number to call. Only problems that involve town owned property can be reported. These complications can be as simple as wanting leaf collect

By Mischa Williams-Owolabi Each autumn, Millburn’s Taylor Park comes alive with singing, live music, lights, community liveliness, and the comforting aroma of sweet fried dough. Rocktoberfest is Millburn’s annual music fundraiser festival that brings much more to the community than just snacks and family fun. Over the years, Rocktoberfest has remained dedicated to its purpose and continues to make long-lasting impacts. Rocktoberfest is dedicated to fundraising and giving bac

By: Olivia Liang All across the country on November 4th, voters cast their ballots in critical gubernatorial races, propositions, and mayoral elections. Millburn voters also make their final decisions regarding the new Board of Education members. The Board of Education sets policy and provides governance for a school district, from long-term district goals to daily operations. The board members approve budgets, establish the curriculum, hire and evaluate superintendents, and

By Andrew Kapp After a second reading on July 15th, which received a unanimous vote, the Millburn Township Committee instituted a seasonal ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. The new ordinance restricts residential and commercial use of gas-powered leaf blowers, citing health hazards from harmful emissions and particulates, which are linked to Alzheimer’s disease, asthma, other respiratory illnesses, cancer, cardiovascular disease, as well as hearing loss from noise. Quality-of-

By: Andrew Kapp Since 1857, and with its final form having come about in 1989, the Millburn Township Municipality has granted the backbone of governance into the hands of the Township Committee; whereas, five members are voted in partisan-based elections, serve staggered three-year terms, and elect a mayor to hold a one-year tenure. Here, the Committee is granted full legislative powers, the executive powers not entrusted to the mayor, whether by general law or the Township

Millburn is working on a big upgrade to Taylor Park, one of the town’s most loved spots. The new plan, called the Taylor Park Gateway Project , will give the park’s entrance a fresh new look while making it more welcoming and easier for everyone to access. Why This Project Matters Taylor Park sits right in the middle of downtown Millburn. It’s a popular place for people to walk, play sports, relax, or attend town events like Rocktoberfest and the Winter Walk. The park also in

Millburn’s Town Hall, a symbol of our town’s history and community, is undergoing major renovations, and as students, we’ve been watching closely. The building dates back to the late 1800s and originally served as a firehouse before becoming the center of township operations. As the long-time center of local government and community decision-making, Town Hall has been a symbol of Millburn’s civic spirit and shared history for generations. In April 2025, plans were rolled out