CONWAY — North Country Cares’ Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway is celebrating its 10th anniversary on Friday when the annual free event will be held from 4-7 p.m in the parking lot of the First Church of Christ, Congregational in North Conway.
The giveaway, for kids age 12-18, gives students and parents the opportunity to fill their supply needs before school starts Aug. 31.
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