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National Gun Violence Awareness Day Draws Special Attention As Gun Violence Continues To Rise In New York City

It comes as gun violence in New York City continues to rise.

June 5, 2021

Friday marks National Gun Violence Awareness Day and the start of “Wear Orange” weekend.

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It comes as gun violence in New York City continues to rise.

After a year plagued with gun violence here in New York, National Gun Violence Awareness Day brings on special meaning.

Find out what's happening in New York Cityfor free with the latest updates from Patch.



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