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Northampton Area School District officials and Northampton County authorities are investigating a "fight club" that pits district boys against each other for money.

Video of recent fights held in the borough have appeared on YouTube, although many of them have since been removed.

The school district on Tuesday held assemblies to discourage fighting, which could result in criminal charges for participants, even if their involvement is voluntary. County District Attorney John Morganelli said participants could be held liable in civil court, as well.

District officials last week sent home letters asking parents to speak with their children about the risks of fighting, warning the practices pose a "serious threat to the health and welfare of our students."

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