BORO NEWS & UPdates
Hillsborough High School Battle of the Bands 2019
Last weekend, Hillsborough High School hosted two events that captured the essence of performing arts in the community. On Friday, February 1st, the HHS Debate Team organized the school’s annual Battle of the Bands. Five bands performed, four led by HHS students, and one comprising of HHS Faculty. There was a mix of original material, as well as classics by Blink 182, Nirvana, and Queen.
Maybe 'Weed' Be Making Progress?
Since NJ Governor Phil Murphy’s election in early 2018, the state has blown rapidly towards marijuana legalization. The move is fueled by social and economic aspirations that promise to boost NJ’s prosperity, however there are a few undeniable drawbacks.
Duke Farms Winter Market
Hillsborough NJ- During this time of year it may seem as if there is nothing to do because of the snowy and cold weather, but luckily, on January 20th from 10am-3pm Duke Farms is holding their first Farmers Market of the 2019 season!
Full Day Kindergarten Coming to Hillsborough
At the first Hillsborough Board of Education meeting of 2019, members of the Board authorized a referendum to be placed on the ballot for Hillsborough voters on March 12. Residents will be asked to vote on Hillsborough Township Public Schools’ plan to invest in the future of the district by implementing a full-day kindergarten program as well as assisting the Board in laying out a plan for long-term financial stability.
Princeton Tour Company
Every Saturday throughout December, the Princeton Tour Company will be offering Holiday Trolley Tours and Santa Tours! While on the Trolley Tour you will drive down the decorated streets of Princeton and take in the holiday spirit of the town.
Elijah's Promise Soup Kitchen
If you are looking for a way to give back, the Elijah’s Promise New Brunswick Community Soup Kitchen is a great start! Elijah’s Promise works to break the poverty cycle and alleviate hunger through the power of food.
Brick Farm Market
A passion for healthy, local, and fresh produce is what helped to create the Brick Farm Market in Hopewell, NJ! If you are looking for a healthy, clean, and humane market to purchase your produce, Brick Farm Market is a great option.
Duke Farms Trails
Did you know you are able to virtually see all the Duke Farm trails on Google Maps? While walking within Duke Farms, it is easy to become lost as you try to navigate your map. Luckily, all the trails and landmarks within Duke Farms can be found on Google Maps!
Duke Farms Community Garden
Did you know that Duke Farms has a community garden where you are able to rent your own plot of land and grow your own fresh food?
Crazy Rich Asians
The film Crazy Rich Asians, a romantic comedy based off the global bestseller, is the first movie in 25 years to feature an all Asian cast!
Hillsborough's 1st Restaurant Week
Enjoy unique Restaurant Week specials and prix fixe specials at more than 30 delicious food establishments participating from across Hillsborough Township.
Fall Fest at Norz Hill Farms
During the weekends of September and October, you can come out to Norz Hill Farm and pick your perfect pumpkins, gourds and squash. Not only can you find all the right fall decorations, you and your family can spend the at day at Norz Hill Farm by taking a tour of our farm and the animals, taking the corn maze challenge, letting the little ones get a pony ride or even going to our food both for a burger, popcorn and a drink.
Visit Duke Farms
A visit to Duke Farms is an opportunity to experience New Jersey’s native landscape at its finest, and to engage with it however you’d like.