5K Race For Suicide Awareness To Be Held In Hillsborough

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Hundreds of runners will once again descend upon Hillsborough to celebrate the legacy of Jason Walton, a Hillsborough Highschool Track & Field Athlete who died by suicide.

Jason's Memorial 5K was started by Jason's mother, Linda Walton to continue her son's legacy and to raise awareness for BoroSafe and suicide prevention. Jason took his life in 2008.

"This event is more than just a labor of love," said Walton on the race website. "It's an opportunity to make an impact in the community."

The race will take place on Sunday, Aug. 29 at 9 a.m. and begins and ends at the Municipal Building.

Funds for the race will also help to provide scholarships to Hillsborough High School (HHS) seniors who, like Jason, are runners who embody a warm and generous spirit and sense of sportsmanship towards others.

For more information or to register in advance visit runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Hillsborough/JasonsRun.

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