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New London adult ed graduation slated for Friday

June 03, 2016 12:00 am • Last Updated: June 03, 2016 7:57 pm

New London — The New London Adult and Continuing Education's graduation commencement was scheduled to take place Friday in the New London High School auditorium.

There are 69 people graduating, ranging in age from 18 to 45, with stories of personal hardship and success in the face of adversity, according to school guidance counselor Karen O'Connell.

For information about the program, visit www.newlondonadulted.org.

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