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Oprah donation will help fund Newark after-school program

Oprah Winfrey surprised students and teachers Friday at Newark’s West Side High School with a donation for $500,000.

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Oprah donation will help fund Newark after-school program

Oprah Winfrey surprised students and teachers Friday at Newark’s West Side High School with a donation for $500,000.

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