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Sweet Spot Bakery enjoys busy opening

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March 8, 2021
A steady stream of customers visited a new bakery that opened this week in Virden. The Sweet Spot Bakery on Seventh Ave. was the centre of attention with cookies, cupcakes,...
Sweet Spot Bakery enjoys busy opening
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