Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, December 14, the day after being sworn in again as mayor. She details other highlights from the town commissioners’ meeting, which include a step in the town’s plans for a train station, and upcoming holiday events.
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