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New Member-At-Large Appointed To Summit Common Council
The Common Council appointed a new member to fill the vacancy left by former Councilwoman Beth Little who recently resigned.

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The Common Council appointed a new member to fill the vacancy left by former Councilwoman Beth Little who recently resigned.

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This October marks the 10 year anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. How was the Summit community impacted? Share your memories with Patch:
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