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West Hartford PD Collecting Coins For Special Olympics

The WHPD will be at a major intersection in town on Friday (Dec. 19), collecting spare change to benefit Special Olympics

West Hartford Police Department

WEST HARTFORD, CT — Join the West Hartford Police Department for its annual Coin Drop in support of Special Olympics Connecticut on Friday, Dec. 19.

From 5 to 9 p.m., officers will be at the intersection of Farmington Avenue and LaSalle Road collecting donations to support athletes across Connecticut through the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

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How you help

• Drop spare change or bills at the intersection

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• Show support with a wave or quick hello

• Spread the word and bring friends or family

"Your support funds training, competition, and year-round programs for Special Olympics athletes. Thank you for standing with our community," wrote the town.

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