News from Township of Hillsborough

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Issue: 2013-05

February 8, 2013

Stay Safe in Winter Weather

For tips from the Somerset County Health Department, click here...

To view the Township's Office of Emergency Management website, click here...

To register for Township police alerts via nixle, click here...

Reminder To All Residents

Snow Covered Roads

Just a friendly reminder to all residents - Township Ordinance 143-21 prohibits parking on snow covered roads. When snow is anticipated, use off street parking as an alternative. Vehicles will be towed at the owner's expense. This is necessary in order for the Department of Public Works to effectively plow the streets.

Hillsborough Food Pantry Receives Substantial Donation

The Hillsborough Township Food Pantry received a $1,000 donation from Reckitt Benckiser at the January 22, 2013 Township Committee Meeting.

"We are very grateful for this donation," stated Mayor Frank DelCore as he accepted the check from Richard Wallen Human Resource Manager of Reckitt Benckiser.

Late last year, many volunteers and donors to the Hillsborough Food Pantry were recognized at Township Committee meetings for their continued stewardship to the Food Pantry.

Pictured above, Mayor Frank DelCore, Richard Wallen and Social Services Director Tom Ormosi.

Mayor Presents at Winterguard Show

Mayor Frank DelCore had the distinct honor of presenting the Scholastic Open First Place trophy at the Winterguard Show this past weekend. The recipient was South Brunswick Visual Ensemble. The trophy donated by one of the gold sponsors, Safety First Driving School.

Pictured in top photo (l-r) are June Blauvelt, Committeeman Carl Suraci, Superintendent of School Dr. Jorden Schiff and Mayor Frank DelCore. Pictured in bottom photo is Mayor Frank DelCore presenting the Scholastic Open First Place Trophy.

News from Hillsborough Township Department of Parks & Recreation

The Hillsborough Township Department of Parks and Recreation's Winter brochure and other exciting information is available on-line by clicking here...

DON'T WAIT! Avoid disappointment! Sometimes excellent programs are cancelled because too many people wait until the last minute to register. We need a minimum number of participants enrolled before a program can run.

Don't be in the dark when it comes to your kids!

Join Parent Learning Community (P.L.C)

An enlightening program to help you:

have meaningful conversation with your kids

stay up-to-date about youth alcohol/drug trends & technology safety

connect with other parents who want to be involved and informed!

For more information, click here...

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION IN AND ABOUT HILLSBOROUGH & SOMERSET COUNTY

SCOOT
Route: Hillsborough, Manville, Bridgewater, Somerville, Bridgewater, Bedminster, Far Hills
Stops: 8 times a day at Amwell Mall

SCOOT 1R
Route: Bridgewater, Somerville, Hillsborough, Manville, Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Bridgewater, Somerville, Bridgewater
Stops: 5 times a day at both Amwell Mall and Hillsborough Promenade

SCOOT 2R
Routes: Bridgewater, Somerville, Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Bridgewater, Manville, Hillsborough, Somerville, Bridgewater
Stops: 4 times a day at both Hillsborough Promenade and Amwell Mall

Form more information, click here...

Learn more about the Hillsborough Soccer Club

Hillsborough's only competitive youth travel soccer team for ages 5-18.

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Raritan Valley Community Chorus To Hold Benefit Concert on Feb 10th at 3PM

Featuring...

Cassandra marie Lambros, soprano and violinist
The Riverside Auartet with pianist Beverly Weber

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Library Closure

The Hillsborough Library will be CLOSED on Monday, February 18 in observance of President's Day.

Also, the Hillsborough Public Library will host an American wildlife art exhibition from the collection of Michael Hollmann. Now until February 28. Admission: FREE.

Volunteers Ready to Help Out This Tax Season

Appointments Available Through April 15

Volunteer tax counselors have been trained to assist Somerset County residents in preparing their federal and New Jersey income tax returns.

After passing the IRS and AARP tests, these volunteers are ready to help low- and middle-income residents prepare their tax returns. Special emphasis is placed on helping senior citizens and residents with disabilities.

For more information, click here...

Housing Rehabilitation Grants Available

Assistance available to eligible low- or moderate-income residents

Somerset County low- or moderate-income residents who need to make renovations to their homes may be eligible for assistance through the Somerset County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Program.

For more information, click here...

Important Dates To Remember

February 12