Tag: Hillsborough News
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Hillsborough aviation enthusiast club donates to local food bank
A Hillsborough food bank is the recent recipient of a donation from a local group of aviation enthusiasts. Atoms RCers, a Hillsborough Township-based model aircraft club, announced that the organization made a $250 donation to the Community Assistance Network (CAN) Food Bank at an Aug. 13 Hillsborough Township Committee meeting. Hillsborough CAN is a township…
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Hillsborough swears in new police chief and honors outgoing department employees
The Hillsborough Township Committee recognized the former and newest leaders of the township’s police department at its August meeting. New Hillsborough Township Police Chief Michael McMahon, who was appointed in July for the effective starting date of Aug. 1, was sworn in at the township committee meeting on Aug. 13. Former Police Chief Darren Powell,…
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Department of Health will host workshop for individuals battling cancer
The Somerset County Department of Health is scheduled to host a free “Cancer Thriving and Surviving” workshop for people who are battling the disease and others whose lives are touched by the disease. The Regional Chronic Disease Coalition of Morris and Somerset Counties and the county department are inviting people who are battling cancer, cancer…
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Hillsborough sisters attend international 4H conference
Hillsborough sisters Megan and Susan Norz joined a group of eight 4-H members as they attended the 2019 International Leadership for Life Conference. This conference, hosted by Foróige, is a youth development organization in Ireland. The event was held from July 29 to Aug. 2 at the National University of Ireland, commonly known as Maynooth…
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Hillsborough teen receives scholarship to pursue education
A Hillsborough resident has been announced as the recipient of a scholarship to help her pursue her academic career. Alison Karki of Hillsborough has received a $50,000 scholarship to continue her high school education. In the upcoming academic year, Alison, the daughter of Shyam and Nami Karki, will attend the United World College-USA in Montezuma,…
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Hillsborough mayor honors World War II veteran with Quilt of Valor
Hillsborough Township has honored a military veteran for his service to the United States. A ceremony was held on July 26 to acknowledge World War II veteran Thomas Deddy by the Quilt of Valor Foundation at Bridgeway Care Center, Hillsborough. Mayor Frank DelCore shared the moment with Deddy as he was presented with his “Quilt…
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Hillsborough man charged for alleged attempt to possess child pornography
The Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office recently announced charges against a Hillsborough man for the alleged attempt of possession of child pornography. Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson, Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Chief of County Detectives John W. Fodor and Bridgewater Township Chief of Police Al Nicaretta announced the charges against the Hillsborough man, age 46…
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Hillsborough eateries to partake in week-long event this month
Hillsborough restaurants will be participating in a week-long event this month to showcase cuisines for local foodies. Local eateries will partake in the event, from Aug. 20-25. “We are excited to announce our second annual Hillsborough Restaurant Week,” Hillsborough Township Mayor Frank DelCore said in a statement. “Hillsborough Restaurant Week is an extraordinary way for…
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Hillsborough Township municipal employees participate in food drive challenge
Hillsborough Township municipal officials aimed to make an impact in the community last month. During the week of July 8, Foodstock, a New Jersey-based nonprofit organization, challenged local municipalities to collect food and other household necessities to restock local food pantries. Foodstock officials said their goal is a grassroots community effort formed to assist with…