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Fun Run 2011

The Fun Run of 2011 broke previous records as the numbers of participants crossed 430. The weather was ideal, though cold for spectators, and the organisation of the event was praised by participants. The first man home broke the time record too as he finished the 10k in a few seconds over the 31 minute mark. Local contestants did very well and secured some of the prizes but the real winners were the patients who will benefit from the transport scheme organised to hospitals by the North Monaghan Cancer Treatment Support Group. Many who availed of this service in the past were participants and were delighted to be able to complete the course. Some participants heard at first hand, and for the first time, how important this service has been and were astonished at the work that is being done by the Support Group, which relies totally on funds raised by various organisations and people round the area. Thanks to the large number of participants this year, the Jolly Joggers will be in a position to donate a sizeable sum to the Group. There was a large army of helpers who assisted the Jolly Joggers with the organisation and running of the event and thanks must go to them and in particular to Glaslough Harriers. The Joggers will issue a full list of appreciation but everyone who helped will know that they performed a great charitable act.
Clubs from many areas including Dublin, Belfast, Derry, Drogheda and our neighbouring counties were represented and local people came out in mass to take part. Some walked, some jogged, some ran but all had a great sense of achievement when they crossed the finishing line. For some to finish the course was special to them and brightened their lives. The event will help brighten the lives of many more in the time ahead.