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17-year-old Nyack HS Student Dies from Cancer

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A Nyack High School student has passed away from cancer. 

Jessie Yanko was 17 when he died. Principal Nicole Saieva said Yanko was a dedicated student, well liked by students and staff and will be sorely missed at the school, according to Gail Fleur, Communications Director of Nyack School District.

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The district has not made any plans yet until there is discussion with Yanko's family.


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