Saturday plunge brings in record amount

The Special Olympics of Western New York raised some $430,000 this year
Annual Polar Bear Plunge Saturday raising some $430,000
Photo credit Special Olympics of Western New York

Buffalo, N.Y. (WBEN) - The Special Olympics of Western New York held their annual Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday morning, raising some $430,000.

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This was the 16th time for the event, which was held at Woodlawn Beach State Park in Blasdell.

Last year, 800 participants helped raise $290,000.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Special Olympics of Western New York