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Green’s On The Go marks Dunfermline store opening with community donations

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Newly launched convenience store Green’s On The Go, located on Hospital Hill, Dunfermline, marked its official opening with a £2,000 donation to two local youth-focused organisations – taking Greens Retail Group’s total community giving to £60,000. The donations are made in partnership with Co-op Wholesale’s charity, Making a Difference Locally, with funding…

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