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'Dark Knight of Connecticut' brings smiles to sick children

"I'm here to bring encouragement and hope to the kids, and even the adults in Connecticut, and just bring some light into their life. It's a very warm feeling in my heart, and my spirit, just knowing that what I'm doing is a good deed," he says.

Frank Recchia

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Rose Shannon

Mar 16, 2025, 1:13 PM

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A Bridgeport native is bringing smiles to kids who are suffering from serious and terminal illnesses.

The Dark Knight of Connecticut makes free visits while wearing a Batman costume.

The 37-year-old personal trainer says it feels great to give back.

"I'm here to bring encouragement and hope to the kids, and even the adults in Connecticut, and just bring some light into their life. It's a very warm feeling in my heart, and my spirit, just knowing that what I'm doing is a good deed," he says.

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