"A look back at 2006 in Millstone Township" - The Examiner, 1/5/07:

Despite its rural nature and seemingly lack of drama on the surface, Millstone Township has lots of stories to tell.

1. Space invaders: The bagworm was noticed throughout the town in 2006.

2. School's out forever: Millstone Township officials got more than they bargained for when they bought the former school for $1 in 1999, as the ensuing renovation project cost more than some people ever expected.

3. Barking up the wrong tree: Area residents complained that she might be operating an illegal kennel on her property.

4. A Performing Arts Center? Setaro started the year by saying that the arts center would operate as a theater but could be rented out as well for other performance acts.

5. Leaving the district in the lurch: Setaro announced his resignation when residents started questioning the need for a performing arts center at the new school.

6. Mystery horse: Although Pascale said she would take care of the mystery horse for the rest of her life, she was diagnosed in June with Grave's disease. Pascale's health problems ultimately forced her to find a new home for Buddy.

7. A tornado touches down: Vandals caused $2,500 in damages after trashing the Little League field house.

8. Fire starter: A security guard who was hired to protect the new middle school under construction had set a few fires there.

9. Can you smell it? Ahh, victory: The Millstone Mighty Mites finished its season undefeated with a 10-0 record.

10. Tying into the nation's history: Halka Nurseries in Millstone made national headlines in November after being chosen by the World Trade Center Memorial Foundation as the holding facility for more than 400 trees.