Category: City News

Celebrating Freedom and Independence

By Vice Mayor Sasha Naiman In this season, many Americans take part in celebrations of Freedom and Independence – including right here in our Montgomery community! With Montgomery’s iconic July 4th parade and festival, as well as the BAMSO concert on July 3rd, we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Another … Continued

The First Juneteenth

President Joe Biden signs the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law on June 17th, 2021. Photo Credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom … Continued

Montgomery Made Better by Volunteers

By Council Member Catherine Mills-Reynolds I have now been on council for a little over five months. In these past few months, I have learned much. One of the highlights for me has been getting to know more of our citizens and becoming more familiar with our outstanding volunteers and their significant impact on our … Continued

Hopewell Cemetery Maintenance Updates

The City of Montgomery values the beauty and tranquility of Hopewell Cemetery and periodically reviews best practices for grounds maintenance and safety from local cemeteries and professional organizations. As a result of this review, several changes have been made to the policy regarding the decoration of gravesites and the placement of monuments. To preserve the … Continued

Montgomery Police Welcome Three New Staff Members

The City of Montgomery proudly welcomes two new police officers and a new Police Clerk to our department. All three bring experience to their positions. ANDY MCGUFFY has worked in law enforcement for ten years. He has worked in Colerain Township and Fairfield. “What I find most rewarding in police work is the opportunity to … Continued

Thank You for Your Service, Paul Payne!

Congratulations to Montgomery Police Officer Paul Payne on his retirement! Paul spent 35 years in law enforcement, including over 22 years in the City of Montgomery. Paul also worked for Elmwood Place, Loveland Police, Ohio State Park Rangers, and at the Warren County Sheriff’s Office. During his career in Montgomery, Paul served as Sycamore High … Continued

2024 Exposure: Montgomery Photo Contest Winners

2024 Adult Best of Show Sharon Naderman- Rainstorm at Kings Island Haunt Twenty local amateur photographers were recognized for artistic excellence at EXPOSURE Montgomery, the City’s 36th Annual Photography Competition, on Sunday, May 5. The competition was judged by Michael Sanders, professor at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash, Allie Blankenship, curatorial assistant with the … Continued

City Honors Newest Volunteer Walk of Fame Inductees

On April 17, the City inducted its newest members into the Volunteer Walk of Fame. Jane Garfield, Alice Aguilar, and Bob Saul, and Patrick Stull were all honored for achieving the required 250 hours of volunteer service to have a brick placed in the Volunteer Walkway in Montgomery Park. These dedicated volunteers have collectively served … Continued

Family Challenge Winners

Congratulations to the Vernick Family who won our Family Pool Membership! This was the Vernick’s second year participating in the challenge. Some of the notable items on their checklist were donating food and household items to charities, serving at Matthew 25 Ministries, and baking and delivering plates of cookies to their neighbors. Even completing just … Continued

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