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South Philadelphia school closed for remainder of school year after more asbestos found

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Asbestos is closing a South Philadelphia school for the rest of the academic year.

In a letter to students and parents, Universal Vare Charter School announced it will not reopen after more asbestos was found this week during a re-inspection.

Vare first closed last Friday.

It's the sixth district school to close because of asbestos issues this school year.

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