Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, November 9. She discusses her experience of children 5-11 years-old being now eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Plus, from the local government: updates from the latest Board of Commissioners meeting and early discussions of when they might return to in-person again.

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Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 26 about what's happening around the local government. She details a recent discussion on enforcing the town's nondiscrimination ordinances, as well as early voting participation so far. Plus: Weaver shares some upcoming fall events in the area! 
Pfizer Says COVID-19 Vaccine More Than 90% Effective in Kids
Written by LAURAN NEERGAARD and MATTHEW PERRONE Kid-size doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine appear safe and nearly 91% effective at preventing symptomatic infections in 5- to 11-year-olds, according to study details released Friday as the U.S. considers opening vaccinations to that age group. The shots could begin in early November — with the first children […]
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Hillsborough Police Chief Duane Hampton to Step Down, Leave Town for New Role
Hillsborough Police Chief Duane Hampton will retire after more than 14 years in the role, the town announced Tuesday morning. Hampton’s last day of work will be Sunday, March 23, and the town will host a public reception for Hampton the following evening. After stepping down he will be moving to Virginia Beach, VA to […]
As Measles Cases Mount in the US, What’s the Situation Worldwide?
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