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Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna Special to Valley News When I was young, I disliked all those back-to-school commercials, school supplies and school clothes shopping. The ticking of the clock on the Sunday 60 minutes show was a reminder to get ready for bed, school was back in session. Ugh! School is soon starting for many of our schools and one of our first lessons is “School Safety 101,” says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. It’s important to use extra caution while driving as excited students will be walking, bicycling, driving, riding buses and may not be paying attention while traveling to and from school. Here are some safety reminders to keep in mind and share with others! It is illegal to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children. School buses use yellow flashing l
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