MADISON — A water leak in a sink in a custodial closet has created a major mold problem at Madison Elementary School.
While school officials work on getting the mold removed — SAU 13 Superintendent Lou Goscinski has received quotes of over $900,000 — they maintain the school is still safe for students and staff.
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