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Stamford man tells story of addiction in attempt to inspire others to get clean

A Stamford man has been sharing his inspiring story about recovery, and he'll be telling it again Wednesday night in New York City at Caron Treatment Centers' fundraising gala.

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May 7, 2019, 5:19 PM

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