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Today is Purple Day! All in support of epilepsy awareness. It is estimated that more than 50 million people worldwide are affected by this neurological disorder that can cause recurrent seizures.

Members of Amherst Town Council donned purple ribbons to show their support for the cause and celebrate that March 26 has been officially proclaimed as Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness in the town of Amherst.

For more information please visit the official Purple Day website.

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Councillors Chambers, Furlong, McManaman, and Deputy Mayor Davidson took a moment to celebrate March 26 as Purple Day in Amherst, all with the aim to raise awareness of epilepsy.

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