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Issue: 2016 July 29
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One of the Best Places to Live in America
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Mayor
Frank DelCore
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Deputy Mayor
Carl Suraci
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Committeeman
Greg Burchette
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Committeewoman
Gloria McCauley
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Committeeman
Doug Tomson
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'Farm to Fork' Tasting Event Held at Duke Farms
Mayor Frank DelCore and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley had the pleasure of attending a "Farm to Fork" tasting event at Duke Farms on Wednesday, July 27th. More than 150 people were in attendance to celebrate local farmers, food, and drink. All dishes served were prepared with ingredients provided by Duke Farms Farm to Table Market vendors. This was the first of two such events hosted by Duke Farms this year, with the second to be held in October.
Pictured: Committeewoman Gloria McCauley, Mayor Frank DelCore, Duke Farms Deputy Executive Director Jon Wagar and Duke Farms Director of Strategic Planning & Programs Nora Wagner
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Hillsborough Recognized as 2016 Healthier Somerset Workplace Recipient
Earlier this year, Hillsborough Township was recognized as a 2016 Healthier Somerset Workplace Recipient. The Township received a Silver medal. This was the result of coordinated efforts between the Health Department and the Mayors Wellness Committee offering various training programs and health related seminars for municipal employees, the Township's smoke free parks and limited smoking on the municipal grounds.
According to the Healthier Somerset website they are a diverse coalition of residents, businesses, schools, non-profit organizations, healthcare providers, government, and faith-based organizations. The health of Somerset County residents has a direct bearing upon our physical, emotional, and economic well-being. As a community, we embrace an agenda that identifies our greatest health needs and sets forth an action plan to address these needs.
Pictured: Deputy Health Officer Siobhan Spano and Mayors Wellness Coordinator Mary Decker
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Hillsborough Rockette Mary Buckshaw Celebrates
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Pictured: Rockett's dance leader Gloria Padgett, Mary Buckshaw and Director of Social Services Bob Wagner
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99th Birthday
Flagtown resident Mary Buckshaw celebrated her 99th birthday on July 23rd. Mary has been a member of the Hillsborough Rockettes for over 24 years, performing and dancing in many special places. Most recently, over the weekend of July 4th, Mary performed at the Villagers Theatre in Franklin Township, where she played the role of the "Statue of Liberty" in a special act as a tribute to our armed forces.
Mary, a charter member of the Flagtown Fire Company #1 Ladies Auxiliary, has been active with the group since its founding in 1938. Additionally, Ms. Buckshaw has been a long-time active member of Hillsborough Township Senior Citizen Chapter B.
Mary, mother of three children, grandmother to ten, great-grandmother to twenty four, and great-great-grandmother to two, continues to live an active life and attributes her longevity to "always being happy" and "trying not to complain".
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Suburban Transit / Coach USA Exploring Potential Express Bus Service from Hillsborough Township to New York City
Commuters Asked to Complete Online Survey
"Hillsborough Township is excited to announce that we are looking to bring express commuter service from Hillsborough to New York City. We are asking residents to participate in an online survey," announced Committeeman Greg Burchette at a recent Township Committee meeting.
Suburban Transit Corporation, a Coach USA Company, is surveying the residents of Hillsborough Township to determine the level of interest in express commuter bus service to New York City. Suburban is prepared to initiate service this year if the survey shows that sufficient interest exists.
"Express bus service to New York would be extremely helpful to many of our commuting residents," added Committeeman Burchette.
For a full news account, click here... To fill out the survey on Suburban Transit's website, please click here... |
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News From the Business Advocate
In his role as Hillsborough Township's Business Advocate, David Kois, facilitates economic development in Hillsborough by attracting, retaining and helping business to grow and expand. David works closely with Hillsborough's business community, helping them comply with township regulations and ordinances and keeping them abreast of information and developments that affect the success of their businesses. David's contact information can be found on the Hillsborough Business Association website.
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Pictured: David Kois, Amy Hazlewood/Stahl, Deputy Mayor Carl Suraci and EBDC Member Toni Natale
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Ciré European Waxing Center - New Location in Hillsborough Smooth. Beautiful. Skin.
Business Advocate David Kois recently attended the grand opening of Cire European Waxing Center. Amy L. Hazlewood/Stahl and Deputy Mayor Carl Suraci together performed the ribbon cutting ceremony at the new Wax Center located on Route 206 North in the Town Center II Shopping Center in Hillsborough, NJ on Saturday, July 28th. Toni Natale and Gene Strupinsky from Hillsborough Township's EBDC were also present at the event.
"I wanted to create a center that caters to both men and women in a clean, private, comfortable atmosphere. Everone should be able to enjoy the benefits of waxing. There is nothing like it! Our European "Ultimate Blue" strip-less wax formula delivers flawless results. Enjoy the comfort and privacy in one of our wax suites with your very own certified specialist" said Amy L. Hazlewood/Stahl, Owner.
Ciré European Wax Center opened on Saturday, July 23, 2016. It is located at 409 Route 206 in Hillsborough, NJ.
For hours and to book an appointment visit
To view a list of other businesses that have opened in 2016, click here...
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Alexandra Donnadio Selected as Miss UNICO Hillsborough 2016-17
Hillsborough UNICO members have selected Alexandra R. Donnadio, Hillsborough Township resident to represent the Hillsborough UNICO Organization (July 2016 - July 2017). Alexandra "Alex" Donnadio, a 22 year old woman is a graduate of Hillsborough High School, Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) and is currently attending John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Alex has volunteered at the Vacation Bible School, JFK Hospital, NJ Association of Counties as well as other organizations. Alex received her Bronze Award in Girl Scouts and was a member of the Criminal Justice Club at RVCC. Alex enjoys hiking, outdoor activities, sports and cooking. One of her favorite Italian-American traditions is helping her mother prepare Sunday dinner. Alex's parents are from Sicilian and Calabrese decent. Miss Donnadio's first public appearance as Miss Unico Hillsborough will be attending the Hillsborough Rotary Fair Family Fun Day for families with children/young adults with disabilities on Saturday, August 20th from 1pm - 4pm in the Lowes Parking Lot. Miss Donnadio will also appear in the John Basilone Parade (Raritan, NJ) on Sunday, September 18th at 1pm. UNICO National, founded in 1922, is the largest Italian American service organization in America, with local Chapters in 22 States across the country. It's all-volunteer members work to support charitable, educational, scientific and literary causes while promoting Italian heritage and combating negative stereotyping.
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Township Job Line
Hillsborough Township currently looking to fill following positions:
- Office Assistant - Part Time/Floater
- Electrical Inspector - Part-time
For position descriptions and qualifications, click here...
To download an Employment Application, click here...
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Family Camp Out & Fishing Derby to be held on August 5th
The Township's Fishing Derby and Camp Out are set for Friday, August 5th at the Ann Van Middlesworth Park.
Bring your family and tent for the Annual Family Camp Out. Don't forget to pack the fishing poles for the David L. Thomas, Sr. Memorial Fishing Derby, an event that has become a staple in many families' summer plans here in Hillsborough.
The events are held rain or shine. The Fishing Derby runs from 5-7 pm and the registration fee is $5.00 per child (pre-registration is required). The registration fee for the Camp Out is $5 per person or $10 per person with dinner. Additional information and registration is available on the Parks and Recreation website.
To view the Activities Guide online, click here...
To Register for Activities, click here...
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The Shop Hillsborough Reward program continues to promote local shopping while allowing card holders the opportunity to reduce their property tax bill.
If you don't have a Shop Hillsborough card, be sure to stop by the Administration office in the Municipal Building to pick one up. Free registration is required. Additional cards may be obtained for each member in a household with the same block and lot. All household spending will be applied against your property tax bill.
To view July deals of the month, click here...
To view a full list of participating merchants and the discounts they offer, click here... |
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Public Works 2016 Clean Up Programs
2016 Annual Clean Up Program
The Public Works Department is now handing out passes for the 2016 Annual Clean Up Program. The purpose of clean-up day is to allow residents the opportunity to dispose of old furniture/toys/rugs/appliances/bicycles/yard clean-up brush/hot water tanks/old furnaces, etc.
For more information on the Annual Clean up Program, click here...
Grass & leaf drop off is accepted one Friday each month at the Auten Road dump site (opposite of the Auten Road school next to the railroad tracks).
For more information on the Grass Drop Off Program, click here...
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Somerset County Senior Centers Announce August Activities
The senior centers operated by the Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services announce the August program schedule. All programs begin at 11:00 a.m. unless otherwise listed. All Somerset County-operated Senior Centers offer a nutritionally balanced lunch, Monday through Friday, for a suggested donation of $2.50, for anyone 60 and above. Menu choices include a hot meat-based or meatless entrée or a cold meat-based or meatless boxed lunch. Please make reservations prior to 10:00 am the previous business day. Why not invite a friend or neighbor to join you for lunch! As an additional suggestion, why not come earlier in the day and enjoy one of the center's many programs. If you drive or have your own ride, you can go to any center of your choice. We hope to see you soon! To view the August schedule for the Hillsborough Senior Center, click here... For more information and to view the schedule for all Somerset County Senior Centers, click here...
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'First Saturday of the Month' Recycling Drop-off Aug. 6
August's 'First Saturday of the Month' Drop-off event will be held on Saturday, August 6 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Somerset County Recycling Center, located at 40 Polhemus Lane, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. First Saturday drop-off events enable busy residents to recycle tires, clean textiles and usual curbside items in one fell swoop. They also enable residents to help people in the community who are less fortunate by donating food items for a local food bank.
As part of the program, residents can drop off up to eight tires - with or without rims - scrap metal, used motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze and usual curbside materials, including chipboard items and plastic bottles and containers, marked #1 through #7. Chipboard includes gift, shoe, shirt and all retail boxes, as well as cereal, cookie, pasta, cake and cracker boxes, without the plastic liners. Also poster board, backing from writing pads and empty, dried-out steel paint cans are accepted.
Residents have the option of disposing of clean, dry textiles throughout the year at scheduled Saturday drop-off events. Textiles include drapes, curtains, sheets, towels, belts, handbags, shoes (pairs), clean cloth and small stuffed animals. Textiles only will be accepted in a plastic bag.
No household hazardous waste or electronics are accepted at First Saturday drop-off events.
Residents can recycle electronics free of charge on designated Saturdays and weekdays. Following is a schedule of upcoming days, drop-off locations and times:
- Saturday drop-offs: Aug. 6, Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South County Public Works Garage, 410 Roycefield Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.
- Weekday drop-offs: Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the North County Public Works Facility, 411 Chimney Rock Road - north of Route 22 - Building B, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 and the South County Public Works Garage, 410 Roycefield Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.
For more information about recycling electronics, click here....
For a complete listing of recyclable items, recycling events and much more, click here
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Free Fireworks Show To Light up Hillsborough Skies Friday Evening, August 19
Ninth Annual Hillsborough Rotary Fair Runs August 16 - 21
Friday night visitors to the 9th annual Hillsborough Rotary Fair, scheduled for six nights beginning Tuesday, August 16th, will get a close-up view of the evening's spectacular 20 minute long fireworks show designed by Interstate Fireworks and sponsored by Kelly Compher at Keller Williams Cornerstone.
"Our free fireworks show rivals the length and complexity of the Township's Independence Day display," commented Abed Medawar, president of the Rotary Club of Hillsborough. "Annual fairgoers made it clear that our fireworks are a big crowd-pleaser." Fairgoers need only look up to have the best viewing position to enjoy the free show, which is expected to begin around 9:45 PM on Friday, August 19.
The Hillsborough Rotary Fair will be held on Tuesday, August 16th through Sunday, August 21st, at the township field adjacent to the Lowes Hillsborough Promenade (315 Route 206 in Hillsborough). The six-day carnival attracts approximately 15,000 people each year, and is one of the Township's largest and most popular annual community events. Fair proceeds go directly to support a variety of Hillsborough community organizations and projects.
For a full news account, click here...
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Farmers Market Vouchers For Seniors
Eligible seniors can obtain $25 worth of vouchers to buy New Jersey fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. These free vouchers can be used at participating farmer's markets in Somerset County until Nov. 30.
People interested in applying can stop by the Somerset County Office on Aging & Disability Services, located at 27 Warren St., between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Vouchers will be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.
Eligible individuals must be age 60 or above and reside in Somerset County. Income guidelines require that an individual's income not exceed $21,978 and a married couple's income not exceed $29,637.
All applicants must show proof of age and residency, such as a driver's license or other documentation, and proof of income, such as a current tax return or social security statement. Office on Aging & Disability Services staff will be available to assist residents when they are applying for vouchers.
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Duke Farms - Farm to Table Market
Open Thursdays - 3 to 8 pm
until November 17, 2016
Farmers and specialty vendors have partnered with Duke Farms to present an array of LOCAL products to offer you, the consumer. Please come out and support your local farmers!
For more information and vendor listings, click here...
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Drought Watch Issued for Most of Northern New Jersey
DEP URGES VOLUNTARY WATER-USE REDUCTIONS AS DRY CONDITIONS PERSIST
As a result of continued dry weather, the Department of Environmental Protection has issued a water supply drought watch for most of northern New Jersey, Commissioner Bob Martin announced today.The DEP is urging residents in the affected areas to voluntarily conserve water and for the rest of the state to practice wise water use due to continued dry weather that is impacting levels in reservoirs, lakes, rivers and streams as well as shallow ground water sources. The drought watch affects the Northeast, Northwest, and Central regions. These regions include all of Bergen, Essex, Hunterdon, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren counties.
For a full news account, click here...
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Ninth Annual Hillsborough Rotary Fair To Open Tuesday, August 16
Fireworks Display Scheduled for Friday Evening
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The Hillsborough Rotary Club will hold its ninth annual Hillsborough Rotary Fair on Tuesday, August 16th through Sunday, August 21st, at the township field adjacent to the Lowes Hillsborough Promenade (315 Route 206 in Hillsborough). The six-day carnival attracts approximately 15,000 people each year, and is one of the Township's largest and most popular annual community events. Fair proceeds go directly to support a variety of Hillsborough community organizations and projects.
"We look forward to the annual Rotary Fair all year," commented Rotary Club President, Abed Medawar. "It is our most important fundraiser of the year, and has become a Hillsborough community tradition."
The Rotary Fair will feature 21 amusement rides by Majestic Midway Amusements, games by Paladin Amusements, a DJ, a wide selection of food, various displays by area vendors and a petting zoo. Featured rides include the Himalayan, Bumper Cars, Ring of Fire, Super Shot, Sizzler, Zipper, Carousel, Kite Flyer and many more. This year, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday will be pay-one-price ($30) wristband nights. The Fair will also include nightly entertainment and special demonstrations.
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Hillsborough Memorial VFW Post #8371 Calling New Members
If you are an honorably discharged military veteran having served on an overseas deployment, we would like to meet with you and discuss the possibility of membership in our local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post.
Our membership committee would like to invite you to a meeting of prospective applicants in the near future. During this meeting we will discuss eligibility requirements in further detail and provide an overview of the VFW mission and organizational structure on a national, state, district, and local post level.
Our committee members will be there to answer any questions you may have and to share some local examples of how our post provides services to veterans in the Somerset County area. The meeting is informational only and there are no obligations on your part other than to listen, ask questions, evaluate and make a determination if you wish to join our service organization.
Should you be interested in attending a Post #8371 informational meeting, please provide the following contact information in order that we may schedule you to attend a mutually convenient meeting date and time. Our post headquarters is located at 339 South Branch Road, in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Membership Chair is Tom Cellilli (Phone) (908) 255-3669 or (Email) cellillijr@aol.com
To learn more about becoming a member, click here...
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Event Flyers
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August 6: Somerville Street Strum
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August 6: Bee Wise - Bee Surprised
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August 13 & 20: Sensory Friendly Art Time and Spreading Autism Awareness
Register for both programs hereI hope to see you at one of the Autism Awareness events I'll be presenting for my Gold Award! Thank you for your help!! - Anushka Khanna
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Important Upcoming Meeting Dates
AUGUST
| Economic & Business Development Commission | 8/1/2016 | 6:30 PM |
| Board of Health | 8/1/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Board of Adjustment (Special Meeting) | 8/3/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Open Space Advisory Committee | 8/4/2016 | 6:00 PM |
| Township Committee Meeting | 8/9/2016 | 7:30 PM |
| Hillsborough-millstone Municipal Alliance | 8/12/2016 | 9:00 AM |
| Township Committee Meeting | 8/23/2016 | Canceled |
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MUNICIPAL BUILDING EVENING OFFICE HOURS
CLERK'S OFFICE
2nd & 4th Tuesdays until 7pm
HEALTH DEPARTMENT
2nd Tuesday until 7pm
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
Tuesdays until 7pm
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Recreation 2016 Summer Activities Guide
Registration now ongoing
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