Happy Birthday, Hillsborough Patch

It's been a long year in Patchland, Patch fans.

Since the site went live a year ago, we've covered blizzards, hurricanes, elections, sports, historic contract negotiations and contentious layoffs. We've seen proposals before the Planning Board be withdraw, to cheers from one side and dismay from another. We've gotten a , and had a

But one thing's clear—there's no way the site would have been successful without our readers' support. Whether it's story tips, complaints, comments (? Maybe I should borrow a restaurant critic from another cluster for the final word.), and questions, the site would not be what it is today without our readers.

What can we say? Thanks for sticking with us, Patch fans!

Here's to another year, and what you need to know today:

You Need to Know Where to Get Pizza: on Patch! We’re celebrating at in Mountain View Plaza on Route 206. The first 50 people get a slice on us, and you can also get some nifty Patch swag!

You Need to Know It’s for Moms: The . Since the location shifts each time, you’ll need to email their membership chair-mom at mchw.info@gmail.com if you’re interested in joining the club. East of Route 206? You'll want to investigate the .

You Need to Know It’s Magnetic: The hosts . The topic is magnetism and you can register for the hands-on program by calling the Children’s Desk at 908-369-2200, ext. 14.

You Need to Know How to Bake Better: Rachel Simpers, in-store dietician,. It’s free to attend and will include recipes you can bake at home.

You Need to Know It’s the Season: Seasons,, performs a at 7 p.m. in west wing.