Politics & Government

Hillsborough Mayor Reads 'Duck For President': Video

VIDEO: Watch as Hillsborough Mayor Doug Tomson reads a book to students who are doing virtual learning at home amid the coronavirus.

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ — Hillsborough Mayor Doug Tomson is bringing some joy to township students stuck at home during the coronavirus outbreak.

Tomson recorded himself reading "Duck For President" by Doreen Cronin for students to enjoy.

Watch the township's video below:

Find out what's happening in Hillsboroughfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


Hillsborough Township Schools have been closed since March 16 with a flexible learning plan in place at home.

Find out what's happening in Hillsboroughfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Gov. Phil Murphy said on Thursday the issue of reopening schools will not be revisited until April 17. (See Related: NJ 'Major Disaster' Area: 2,492 New Coronavirus Cases, 19 Deaths)

Have a news tip? Email alexis.tarrazi@patch.com.

Get Patch breaking news alerts sent right to your phone with our new app. Download here. Don't miss local and statewide announcements. Sign up for Patch alerts and daily newsletters.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.