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Bear Spotted Near Southington High School Friday

The bear was spotted around 2:30 p.m.

The bear was seen on Pleasant Street around 2:30 p.m., according to the Record-Journal. It ran into the woods and hasn’t been found.

Walkers will remain at the school until parents pick them up or police secure the area. Bus drivers have also been alerted.

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