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Newtownards parishioners tackle extreme poverty with marathon run


Five runners who attend St Mark’s Newtownards have completed the Belfast Marathon to raise funds to tackle extreme poverty overseas.

Jane and Paul Beaney, Cathy Allen and Barry and Leah Willis formed a relay team which crossed the finish line in 4 hours 19 minutes. So far, they have raised over £600 for international aid agency, Christian Aid Ireland with donations still coming in. 

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