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šŸŒ± Why McAdooā€™s former mayor just earned ā€œCitizen of the Yearā€ honors

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  • Why McAdooā€™s former mayor just earned ā€œCitizen of the Yearā€ honors

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šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Watro recognized by Hazleton Elks as Citizen of the Year (shensentinel.com) ā€” McAdoo residents may be interested to know that former borough mayor and current state Rep. Dane Watro has been named ā€œCitizen of the Yearā€ by Hazleton Elks Lodge No. 200. The award recognizes his long record of public service, including eight years leading McAdoo, his military background, and his ongoing work representing the 116th Legislative District in Harrisburg.
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