Hillsborough based businesses and organizations with over 25 years of operation within Hillsborough Township are being recognized at Township Committee meetings.  

On Saturday, October 8th, Hillsborough High School hosted their 23rd Annual Marching Band Festival.

Webelos 2 from Pack 1776, working on earning their Build a Better World Badge, visited Mayor DelCore on October 6, 2016 to learn about local government as they work toward their Arrow of Light.  Mayor DelCore taught the scouts about basic government duties and answered questions.  The scouts were also given a tour of the courtroom, where the highlight of their night was taking a turn at banging the gavel.

The 7th Annual Minute to Win It challenge between The Hillsborough Senior Club and The Montgomery Senior Club was held on October 21st. The event was co-sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Hillsborough and Montgomery Townships. As usual it was very competitive and entertaining. The seniors really get into the event. The event was also attended by fourth graders from both townships, who served as the cheering section, as well as township officials from Montgomery Township.  Hillsborough's Director of Parks, Recreation and Social Services, Bob Wagner was one of the guest referees in attendance.   Montgomery seniors won this year with a score of 9-6, but a good time was had by all!

The 6th Annual Nick Magos Cancer Callout was held on September 8th.  The Cancer Callout raises money throughout the year with their main event being "The CALLOUT."  Each year, the event, n amed after Nick Magos, one of the founders of the Somerset County SWAT Team who passed away from cancer, is run  by SWAT Team members and is designed to benefit families who are in need of assistance due to their battle with cancer and or other life threatening illnesses. 

Steps Together held their annual Cornhole tournament  on Saturday, October 8th  at The Landing Restaurant and Pub.  60 teams participated in the event, raising funds to assist many families in our community who have been impacted by an unexpected medical crisis.

Hillsborough Township's annual Children's Halloween party was held on Friday, October 28th at the Municipal Complex.  Despite the rainy weather, hundreds of the township's youngest residents came out in costume to join in the festivities. Children toured the Haunted House and were able pick a pumpkin to decorate and take home.

On Saturday, October 29th, dozens of Hillsborough Township residents and their furry friends turned out for the 2nd annual Howl O Ween costume contest and parade at the  Township's  dog park. Prizes were awarded in several categories including Best Costume for Small Dog, Best Costume for Large Dog and Best Group.

Suburban Transit is currently conducting another survey to determine the level of interest in limited weekend service. If you would use Saturday and / or Sunday bus service to New York City, please go to Suburbans website ( suburbantransit.com ), click on "Hillsborough Weekend Service Survey" and complete the brief questionnaire.

Friday, November 11, 2016 at 6:30 pm

Hillsborough Township will be hosting its 6th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 11, 2016 at 6:30 pm at the Garden of Honor, located at the Municipal Complex. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in indoors.

The program will include a ceremony at the Garden of Honor followed by a brief reception for participating Veterans and their spouses.

Members of the public are invited to observe the Garden of Honor ceremonies. All those who attend are asked to bring a canned good item to be donated to the Hillsborough Community Assistance Network. For a list of items most needed, click here

The Hillsborough High School Field Hockey Program has rallied together with friends and family to support Safe+Sound Somerset. The Freshmen, Junior Varsity and Varsity teams, asked all fans to donate toiletry and school supplies at all home game played during the month of October. Head Coach  Barrie Foley noted "Our athletes wanted to do something in addition to the annual "Pink Games" which support breast cancer and we decided to do something literally in our front yard, with 

Safe+Sound." This organization seeks to empower survivors of domestic abuse and engages the community to break the cycle of violence with programs such as the emergency shelter, transitional housing, adult counseling, legal advocacy and youth programs.

"It was great to be able to help an organization so close to home" said Junior Varsity Captains Lauren Alexander and Stephanie Wickman. Freshman Captains Jena Myers and Emily Fitzgerald added, "As Freshman, we look forward to doing this every year!"

Contact Rochelle Ostenfeld at rostenfeld@safe-sound.org if you would like to donate to Safe+Sound especially in advance of the upcoming holiday season - the website is Safe+Sound Somerset.

Hillsborough Library Program Room B

Join us for a panel discussion with five local health experts, including a doctor, several nurses, and a dental hygienist, who will address questions about health. An SCLSNJ librarian will be available to help you find more information in the Library and online. Let's Talk About Health is supported by a charitable contribution from Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.  This program is sponsored by Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County. Register by clicking here.

The 4th Annual Peter J. Biondi Run-Walk will take place on Sunday November 6th.  For 2016 the race will be a traditional 5K Run and Family Walk.  Start time for the race is 8:30am.  Visit the  RACE and  REGISTRATION pages for more information.

Proceeds for this event benefit the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program of Somerset County, in Peter Biondi's name.  Visit the SHIP page for more information about the good work that SHIP does throughout the community.

Saturday November 12, 2016,  10am to 4pm

 

60 tables in the general meeting room of the Municipal Building

Light Refreshments

Holiday shopping all in one place

 

Anyone interested in participating can call Amy at 908-904-4877 to rent a table

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