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Lucy Pittaway, the daughter of Willie Maddren, has created a poignant painting to honor her father's legacy while raising money for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research. The painting, titled "Up the Boro," features a sheep in a Boro hat and scarf, paying tribute to her dad&
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The Bude Lifeboat Run 2025 was held on June 11, with dozens of local runners participating in the event. The six-mile senior event was won by Joshua Hasson in 34:41 minutes, while the one-mile junior run saw prizes handed out for each school year group. The event raised funds
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Brian, from Nauld in Nottinghamshire, embarked on an incredible journey from London to Edinburgh to raise funds and awareness for Adoption Matters and Foster Care Matters. Over the course of five days, he covered a staggering distance of 470 miles, receiving support and recognition from the charity's leadership
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As Saffron Rogers-Smith pedals 60 miles in support of the Great North Air Ambulance Service's cycling challenge, The GYRO, she is paying a heartfelt tribute to the crew that saved her mother's life following a horrific horse-riding accident in 2016. Her mother, Melanie Rogers, was trampled
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James Coward and Chris Howard, friends and coworkers at FDM Document Solutions, are gearing up to push their physical and mental limits by completing a 300-mile cycle ride in just five days, including a ferry crossing. The duo, who regularly bike together, decided to take on this challenge to raise
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Thomas Hall, a 33-year-old man with learning disabilities, has completed a 6.5-mile walk from his home in Tottington to Peel Tower and back to raise funds for Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary's cattery renovation. Accompanied by his carer Prince Joseph, Thomas successfully completed the challenge, raising £213.50 in
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A special car-themed event organized by Care UK's Cranford Grange care home has successfully raised over £2,400 for dementia research, with the support of local residents, car enthusiasts, and the care home's residents. The 'Race for Dementia' event was inspired by 80-year-old resident
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Next Friday, Skelmorlie Bowling Club's Crescent green will be transformed into a lively bingo venue, hosting a charity night to support Ardgowan Hospice. The event promises a fun-filled evening, featuring bingo, Play Your Cards Right, and a raffle with enticing prizes. The club is still seeking donations and
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A community-led fundraising campaign has paid off, with over £2,000 raised to install a defibrillator outside the Golden Farmer pub in Bracknell. The initiative was sparked by local resident Emily Etherington, who lost a close friend to cardiac arrest at a wedding without access to a defibrillator. Emily organized
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Lifelong Cowdenbeath fan Aaron Dougan is set to run 26 miles around the stock car track at Central Park on Friday to raise funds for the club. The 32-year-old, a member of the Cowdenbeath Independent Supporters Society (CISS), aims to raise as much money as possible to support new manager
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As the fight against motor neurone disease (MND) gains momentum, the rugby community in Romsey is rallying behind Nick Smith, who was diagnosed with the terminal neurological condition in April 2024. Through the Rugby 4 MND challenge, Nick aims to raise funds for the MND Association to support those living
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Herts Baseball welcomed over 200 attendees to their ballpark for the second annual Lou Gehrig Day event, which included a charity raffle, family-friendly batting and throwing competitions, and a competitive league game featuring international players. The event, spearheaded by Pete Hogg from St Albans, who plays for Herts Hawks in
