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New council set for challenging year

NORTH ATTLEBORO - The second town council is set to serve a two-year term after being sworn in Wednesday night during a ceremony in the lobby of town hall.

Justin Pare, who topped the ballot in April’s election, will serve as council president.

John Simmons placed second in the April election and will serve as his vice president.

Town clerk Patricia McNielly administrated the oath of office for the nine councilors.

Click the video below to stream highlights of Wednesday's event including Pare's comments on the challenges ahead.

Wednesday’s ceremony can be seen in its entirety on North TV’s Government Channel: Comcast channel 98 and Verizon channel 23.

The event can also be streamed for viewing at any time by becoming a North TV Insider.

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