Write a commentSaturday's Run for Autism was one of the best yet with hundreds of walkers and runners taking part.
This years route was the reverse of the usual trek starting from Lissummon and ending in Newtownhamilton with the added bonus of a downhill sprint/walk/crawl to the finish line for a well earned cuppa and a bite to eat.
Congratulating all involved in the walk Newry & Armagh MLA Cathal Boylan who completed the walk himself said "Run For Autism H.A.N.D.(Helping Autism in Newry and District), is a local charity, formed by a group of parents, family members and friends in 2008. The specific aim of the organisation is to give a helping HAND to Autistic People and their families in this locality. Their focus is to raise funds for and awareness of Autism. And in October 2008 they organised their first Run/Walk in and, encouraged by its huge success, they decided to make it an annual event" explained Cathal.
The MLA continued "Many hundreds participated in the 10 mile run/walk or the Half Marathon today. It was an uplifting experience for everyone and I wish to congratulate all involved in the organising of the event. Well done."
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