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School Supplies Sought For Students With Financial Burdens At Home

The collection drive is being held at Assemblyman Dave McDonough's office through the summer.

BELLMORE, NY — While most children are off for the summer, it is a good time to think about the less fortunate students.

A school supply drive, sponsored by Assemblyman Dave McDonough (R-Bellmore) and the John Theissen Children's Foundation, is addressing the problem.

The annual collection drive is set up at McDonough's district office on Bedford Avenue.

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"I know that by assisting needy families, we can become stronger as a community and feel proud that we are helping these students succeed," McDonough said.

Items sought include pencils, pens, crayons, erasers, backpacks, notebooks and three-ring binders.

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People can drop off the school supplies daily until Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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