Pictured above: Cindy Assini - SS Supervisor; Ann Cartmell - 5th Grade Teacher -Colonial Day Committee; Keith Tarantino - Contest Winner; Beth Raff - 5th Grade Teacher- Colonial Day Committee; Abhigyna Gupta - Contest Winner; Pat Sellar - 5th Grade Teacher - Colonial Day Deputy Mayor Greg Burchette and Chris Carey - ARIS Principal

Pictured above: Deputy Mayor Greg Burchette, Audrey Blumberg and Committeeman Frank DelCore. 

on May 23rd.

Veteran Radio Engine Specialist / Aerial Engineer Hornsby enlisted in the Army at the age of 18 years old.  Upon the completion of his training, he was sent to the South Pacific.  Ultimately, Veteran Hornsby served 10 years active duty.  Upon his return home, he would marry, have three children and began working for Exxon Corporation.  In 1982 he retired from Exxon after 26 years of service.

"It's been said, everyone should have a goal," Veteran Hornsby quipped when discussing his involvement in the Commemoration Program.  "My goal is to be the 100 year old World War II Veteran, 9 years from now," stated Hornsby.

The Shop Hillsborough Program, which was started last fall in the Township, has been the most successful launch for FinCredit, the management company of the program. Upon the April 30th fiscal year end, the company reported to the Township that over $30,000 in rebates have been accumulated which will translate to property tax credits or reward checks.

"This has been a very successful program for not only the businesses in the Township but also the card holders who are utilizing their cards to earn tax savings and reward checks," stated Deputy Mayor Greg Burchette during the announcement at the Township Committee meeting.

The Shop Hillsborough Program, introduced in September of 2014 with the mailing of Shop Hillsborough cards to all property addresses within the Township. The program encourages residents and those who work in Hillsborough to shop locally by rewarding them with property tax credits or reward checks when they shop or obtain services at any of the participating merchants of the program. Tax credits earned will be applied to the property tax bill, or in the case of a renter and those who shop in Hillsborough, a reward check will be issued.
 

Pictured above: Amanda Fisher, Director of Business Relations Village Supermarket Gloria McCauley, Hillsborough Township Committeewoman, Anthoney Gayle, ShopRite of Hillsborough store associate (featured on the back of the Cheerios box), Lynette Byrne, ShopRite of Hillsborough store associate (featured on the back of the Cheerios box), Bill Finnegan, ShopRite of Hillsborough Store Manager, Veronica Finlay, Development Director at Resource Center of Somerset Christine Schaumburg, Executive Director at Resource Center of Somerset, NJ.

Are you aware prescription medicines are now the most commonly abused drugs among 12 to 13 year olds? Are you aware that kids who learn about the risks of alcohol and drugs from their parents are significantly less likely to use drugs? 

HOW CAN YOU KEEP YOUR CHILD SAFE THIS SUMMER?

Being prepared is the key to safety in any emergency situation.  Below are some general guidelines and suggested supplies in the event of a weather emergency.

General Safety Precautions

• Keep away from downed power lines

• Use caution if using candles.  Do not leave unattended.

• Do not enter flood waters

Preparing a "Go Kit", should you need to evacuate your home is also recommended.  Suggested items to include in a "Go Kit" are:

• Prescription medications and glasses

• Infant formula and diapers

• Pet food and extra water for your pet

• Cash or traveler's checks and change

• Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container.

• Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov.

• Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person.

• Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes.

• Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper - When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.

• Fire Extinguisher

• Matches in a waterproof container

• Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items

• Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels

• Paper and pencil

• Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children

 Bouncy Castle * Spin Art * Cotton Candy * 

Snow Cones * Door Prizes * Tricky Tray Table

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