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Bake sale fundraiser for Ukraine to be held Friday in Gales Ferry

May 19, 2022 12:00 am • Last Updated: May 19, 2022 8:03 pm

Ledyard — Members of the Gales Ferry community will host a pierogi and bake sale fundraiser for Ukraine from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Gales Ferry Fire Department, 1772 Route 12.

Proceeds from the sale will be donated to International Rescue Committee, a nongovernmental humanitarian aid group assisting Ukrainian refugees.

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