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School district considers using collection agency for outstanding lunch debt

BARRE, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) -- One Massachusetts school district is considering the use of a collection agency to recoup $750 in overdue meal payments.

According to the Telegram, a school official told the Quabbin Regional School Committee the administration is prepared to turn to a collection agency.

The newspaper reports 24 students owe lunch money. Some of the students reportedly have $75 in outstanding payments.

Officials said a collection agency would charge nearly 30-percent of the amount owed.

To learn more: telegram.com

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