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Winchester to host Special Olympics Polar Plunge

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Winchester will host a mobile Polar Plunge in support of Special Olympics on Sunday, May 3, from 10-11 a.m. at Winchester High School. COURTESY PHOTO/SPECIAL OLYMPICS

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The following was submitted by the Special Olympics:

On Sunday, May 3, join the Special Olympics Polar Plunge, from 10–11 a.m., at Winchester High School, 80 Skillings Road.

Come for a fun and meaningful Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics.

The event will feature local resident John Dunleavy — a Special Olympics swimmer, advocate, and proud member of the Boston Bruins organization — who is known throughout the community for his positive spirit and dedication.

This event aims to introduce more people in Winchester to Special Olympics and encourage greater community involvement.

Come out, take the plunge, and support an incredible cause!

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