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Town of Placentia Appeals for Public Help Following Softball Field Vandalism

Jul 15, 2026 | 1:31 PM

Damage caused to the William Hogan Softball Field in Dunville (via the Town of Placentia)

The Town of Placentia is hoping the public has information after someone vandalized the William Hogan Softball Field in Dunville, causing extensive damage.

The town says it is now forced to spend money on repairs instead of improvements to the facility.

Council is asking anyone with information on the incident to call the town hall at 709-227-2151.

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