Milltown, New Jersey

Milltown is a borough in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States.
History.
The Lenape (Native American people) had settlements along the Lawrence Brook. It would soon be called Lawrence Brook Mill. The 1903 classic western film "The Great Train Robbery" was shot in Milltown.
In March 2010, the Milltown City Council voted against changing the name of Petain Avenue. They said it would be difficult for the residents if the name changed. Petain Avenue is named for Philippe Pétain, a French World War I general who became the leader of the Vichy France government during World War II.
Geography.
Milltown borough has a total area of of land and of water. The borough borders North Brunswick Township to the west and East Brunswick Township to the east.
Demographics.
2010 Census.
As of July 1, 2015, the borough's population was 7,004.
Government.
Local government.
The government of Milltown consists of a Mayor and a Borough Council. The council has six members. A Mayor is elected directly by the voters to a four-year term of office. In the 2009 election for governor, Republican Chris Christie received 56.2% of the vote (1,684 ballots cast), ahead of Democrat Jon Corzine with 33% (982 votes). Independent Chris Daggett received 261 votes (.09%). In this election 49% of registered voters came out to cast their votes.
Education.
The Milltown Public Schools serves students in public school for Kindergarten through eighth grade. For ninth through twelfth grades, public school students attend Spotswood High School in Spotswood.
Transportation.
Roads and highways.
, the borough had a total of of roadways.
Public transportation.
New Jersey Transit provides local bus service on weekdays along the 811 route and Coach USA Suburban Transit provides NYC rush-hour commuter service on the 400 route.
The Raritan River Railroad used to run through Milltown. The track and freight station still remain.
Notable people.
People who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Milltown include: