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	The&nbsp;Patchogue-Medford Library is collecting toys to honor the life of a little boy named Jared McMullen, who died of a brainstem tumor. He carried a backpack of toys to his doctor&#39;s appointments to share with other sick children. The Jared Box Project&nbsp;is now a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to bringing a little cheer to children facing serious health issues. NewsdayTV&#39;s Steve Langford reports.&nbsp;
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Patchogue-Medford Library honors legacy of boy who died of a brainstem tumor through Jared Box Project

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Acts of kindness: Patchogue-Medford Library collects toys for Jared Box Project

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