Photo Gallery: Winter Storm Drops Several Inches of Snow on Orange, Durham Counties
Wednesday’s winter storm left behind several inches of snow in Orange and Durham Counties. Check out our local photo gallery!
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Hillsborough
Hillsborough: Snow, Meeting With Orange County Commissioners, Diversion Facility
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 18, discussing town news and events. He discussed the snow forecast and how the town is preparing for the potential of inclement weather and the impacts that could have on the town. He also recapped a recent joint meeting with the Orange County Board of Commissioners, which covered a wide range of topics including the town’s limited water and sewer capacity, the future crisis diversion facility, the future trains station, and more.
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Hillsborough Passes Ordinance to Curb Feeding Wildlife – Including Vultures
The Town of Hillsborough now prohibits feeding or attracting most wildlife within town limits,...
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Uproar Festival of Public Art to Return to Orange County in August
The Uproar Festival of Public Art returns this August to showcase large-scale, bold works of art outdoors in Orange County.
Read MoreHillsborough: Tourism Still Recovering, Ordinance Against Feeding Wild Animals
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 12, discussing town news and events. He discussed the recent Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw a presentation on planning, tourism, and economic development. He discussed how hotel stays in Hillsborough have still not reached pre-pandemic levels and more. He also discussed the town passing an ordinance that prohibits feeding wildlife other than the use of birdfeeders for songbirds, and more.
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Read MoreHillsborough: Eno River State Park, Black History Month, Social Media
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 4, discussing town news and events. He talked about reaction to the historic Occaneechee Raceway becoming part of Eno River State Park, making the state park walkable from downtown. He also talked about the town’s recent Black History Month proclamation and some upcoming events around the town. He discussed the town’s decision to start a Blue Sky Social account, and more.
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Orange County Reports Positive Rabies Test on Raccoon in Hillsborough
Orange County Animal Services has reported a positive rabies test on a deceased raccoon found in...
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Deal to Expand Eno River State Park in Hillsborough Made Official; Historic Speedway Added to Park System
After nearly four years of negotiations, Eno River State Park is formally adding more than 205 acres in Hillsborough to its control.
Read MoreHillsborough: Occaneechee Speedway, Sewer Capacity, Community Reinvestment
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the business of the most recent Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw a conversation around the town’s water and sewer capacity. He also discussed a report on the Community Reinvestment program. He discussed the recent acquisition of the Historic Occaneechee Speedway by Eno River State Park, and more.
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Hillsborough Man Charged With Multiple Counts of Child Exploitation
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Hillsborough man Friday and have charged him...
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