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Irish Independent
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Wexford man aims to raise €100,000 for charity by 2027
Chris Proby, a marathon runner started organising the event in 2019. 'We always offer a virtual option to try and raise as much as we can for charity,' he said. The event gives runners the option to take on 5k or 10k. 'It was such a nice day for it as well – it's not an easy course because it's hilly, but everyone does it whether they walk, run, or jog,' Chris said. In 2015, Chris was diagnosed with stage four cancer, Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. His diagnosis inspired him to organise the run. 'I decided that when I beat cancer, I would use my story as a runner to create some sort of positive event to raise money for charity and to bring people together, maybe going through their own difficulties' Chris said. Now in its eighth year, Chris said he has raised a total of over €89,500 since 2019, and is hoping to continue to increase the number even more. All funds raised go towards Arklow Cancer Support and the Irish Cancer Society. Chris said his goal is to reach €100,000 in 2027. 'In 2027, its going to be my 10 year anniversary of being all clear,' he said. Chris went on to thank all involved with the event. 'I just want to thank all my family, my friends, and everyone who supports the event, because every year there's a brilliant atmosphere, and I feel really lucky to have such great support.' 'The sponsors, the volunteers, and everyone that gets involved as well – I love that it's a such a community event,' he added.
Irish Independent
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Arklow students beaming after school fair raises €1,000
Wicklow People Today at 21:00 Transition year students from Glenart College in Arklow were beaming with pride when they presented €1,000 raised at their Easter Fair to Arklow Cancer Support volunteers. Featuring a variety of stalls with baked goods, plank and wall-sit challenges, and bunny rabbit petting, the joyous event saw students showcase their creativity, hard work, individual talents, and sales skills. Neighbouring primary schools were also invited to attend the event and enjoyed it thoroughly. Describing the students pride at donating to Arklow Cancer Support, a Glenart spokesperson said: 'A big thanks to the teachers, Ms D Comerford, Ms C Fleming, Ms L Gibbons and Ms O Keane, for organising the event and an extended thanks to all members of staff in the school and the community who supported the event for a very worthy cause. 'Also, thanks to our sponsors Joanne's Cafe, Dolco Engineering, Enhanced Beauty, Coffe4You, Topline Bolands, Armstrong Life Pharmacy and JR Creations.'
Irish Independent
29-04-2025
- Climate
- Irish Independent
Arklow's community spirit on show at East Coast Roosters Motorcycle Club run
Setting off from Arklow in damp conditions, the convoy of riders rode north in torrential rain before stopping off for the night in Donegal. Soaked to the bone, the riders dried off their clothes as much as possible, then hit the road bound for Killarney, where they spent the night, before embarking on the home leg to Arklow. Welcomed home to the Arklow Bay Hotel by crowds of family members, friends, supporters and representatives from Arklow Cancer Support, riders were beaming with pride at having completed one of the most challenging charity runs in the history of the almost two-decade-old fundraiser. Praising his fellow East Coast Roosters Motorcycle Club for their endurance and unwavering support for the run that has seen over hundreds of thousands raised for local charities, club founder Mark Whelan said there were a few sore bodies after the ride. 'We've never witnessed weather like it before, and it couldn't have rained any harder when we were leaving,' Mark said. 'It kept going for the whole day, and while we stopped for fuel, we were so wet that we couldn't take the wet gear off to stop for food, so we didn't have anything to eat until we got to Donegal. 'We got up in the morning and, lo and behold, it was but bucketing down and the clothes were still damp from the previous day, despite the lads trying to dry them on radiators overnight. 'But the spirits remained high, and those lads have big hearts. They just keep going and don't complain. 'On Sunday, we still got a couple of heavy showers, and we made it back to the Arklow Bay at 4.30 pm, where the families and Arklow Cancer Support volunteers clapped us. 'The lads were so tired, as it was a real test of mental endurance, having to concentrate 100pc of the time because of the weather. 'But we made it home safe and sound, which is always the main thing, so it was another successful run for the books!' Reflecting on the run, long-term East Coast Roosters David Guilfoyle said that, while it was one of the more challenging ones they have taken on, everyone pushed through to complete it, as they always do. 'I'd say the divers in the North Sea wouldn't have got as wet as we did,' David joked. 'The rain was relentless, the whole way up and leaving Donegal on the second day – it just didn't let up. 'However, it was still a really good run. We all made it back. There were no accidents, and we raised a few quid. And it was actually one of the better organised runs, in terms of managing the group. 'After all that weather, I think the lads were delighted to make it back to Arklow and see their families. 'When you're coming into the bay and you see the volunteers from Arklow Cancer Support and all the families, it makes it all worth it.'
