Teen prom in Newfoundland unites isolated community
Saturday, May 17, 2025, 1:20 pm
On Newfoundland’s Northern Peninsula, a sole graduate’s prom unexpectedly evolved into a heartwarming celebration that united a sparsely populated community. Against the odds, this intimate event managed to bridge local isolation with music, dancing, and pure communal spirit.
Breanna Bromley-Clarke may be the sole graduate of her all-grades school on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula, but her prom helped bring many in her community together.
MAIN BROOK - Breanna Bromley-Clarke may be the sole graduate of her all-grades school on Newfoundland's Northern Peninsula, but her prom helped bring many in her community together.
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