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Poppies go on sale Friday

The annual Poppy Campaign kicks off on Friday.

The Stratford Legion will be handing the boxes out to businesses and schools.

Ken Albert with the Stratford Legion says the money goes to help those who have served their country:

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Albert says the money will also benefit the new service dog program:

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Poppies will be on sale until Remembrance Day, November 11th.

Patrick Grapes
Patrick Grapes
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