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Hi Hillsborough! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $252,000 grant will upgrade Hillsborough's firefighting gear
  • Can Hillsborough rebound when the Raiders host Ridge Friday night?

Also on today's calendar: Free Speed & Strength Evaluation Ages 12-18 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer; a stray a.m. shower, with a high of 76 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 80, low: 59.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Hillsborough Fire Department Receives $252,000 from New Jersey to Upgrade Equipment (TAPinto.net) — Hillsborough's fire department has secured a $252,000 state grant to replace older firefighting foam and gear with safer, PFAS‑free equipment, easing the cost for local taxpayers. Township officials and state legislators say the upgrade will better protect firefighters' health, the environment, and residents while avoiding a heavy hit to Hillsborough's budget.
   

• Elizabeth Minutemen Trample Hillsborough Raiders 44-0 (TAPinto.net) — Hillsborough High's Raiders fell 44-0 to undefeated Elizabeth, dropping their record to 1-6 after a tough stretch of losses. Despite the setback, the team returns home this Friday to host Ridge at 6 p.m., giving local fans another chance to support the Raiders under the lights.
   

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  • Inspection & Parade: Somerville Firefighters, First Responders Continue Cherished Century-Old Tradition (TAPinto.net)
  • SAFE Seeks Donations for Thanksgiving Dinner and Essentials Drive (TAPinto.net)
  • Vote for the BCC Readers' Choice Football Player of Week for Week 6 (mycentraljersey.com)

Ok Hillsborough! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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