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Date auction raises money for Project Smile

Reaksmey Keo (center) on the block Friday for Charity Date auctioneers Bridget Blythe and Steve Aveson.

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Reaksmey Keo (center) on the block Friday for Charity Date auctioneers Bridget Blythe and Steve Aveson.

Firefighter Reaksmey Keo, of Dorchester, was one of the brave locals who participated in a Charity Date Auction at Gypsy Bar on Friday night. The event benefited Project Smile, which delivers toys and games to children who have experienced trauma. The event — which was hosted by Bridget Blythe and Steve Aveson of NECN — raised about $14,000 for the cause. Firefighter Kaitlyn Shinney brought in the highest bid of the night; a date with her went for $900.