Tag: National Hispanic Heritage Month
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The display of deep Hispanic cultural roots took over Metuchen Town Plaza in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month
METUCHEN – The sounds, movements and colors of South America took over the Metuchen Town Plaza in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Mayor Jonathan Busch and his wife Kathy welcomed the crowd on Oct. 15. Each year, people across the United States observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 by…
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County Corner: Hispanic Heritage Month
By Middlesex County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios Hispanic Heritage Month is from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 and celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Americans of Hispanic ancestry. National Hispanic Heritage Month started out as just one week when it was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson in 1968. It was changed…
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Burlington County unveils map of Hispanic and Latino businesses
The Burlington County Commissioners are celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses throughout the county. A new interactive map showcasing Latino and Hispanic businesses was created by the Burlington County GIS (Geographic Information Systems) team from the online directory of the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey and other sources. The…