Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some updates from the town government. She details the town’s preparation for building its Comprehensive Sustainability Plan, as well as the Tourism Board’s launch of a new grant available for community institutions.
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