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Irish Independent
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
See pictures from New Ross Parkrun's 10th anniversary celebrations
The popular running and walking event that takes place in JFK Park and Arboretum every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. continues to increase in members, welcoming people of all ages and fitness levels, and some furry friends too. Kicking off the birthday celebrations, Run Director, Catherine Ronan opened the event, just as she has continued to do since the inaugural event ten years ago. The volunteer-led organisation not only welcomes locals, but also has an open-door policy for anyone wishing to take part who may be involved with other Parkrun groups, in both Ireland and the UK. The participants were treated to cake and refreshments which awaited them at the finish line on this occasion, with credit due to all volunteers who were busy on Friday night preparing for the birthday. Under the guidelines of Parkrun Ireland, the fantastic core group of volunteers hosted the 428th Parkrun in New Ross, which attracted 20 first timers on the day. John McGrath was successful in keeping up appearances as he crossed the finish line as the First Male, which he also pioneered in the first event ten years ago. Meanwhile, Emma Hannon crossed the line last Saturday as First Female. 'The core group is the heart of the event,' said Dale Kirwan, Parkrun ambassador, who marked his 200th Parkrun in recent weeks. 'Families have so much going on during the week, yet they continue to deliver and commit to hosting the event each Saturday,' he said. 'We welcome everyone to volunteer and participate in some way, it doesn't have to be running. We would like to thank everyone for the last 10 years and for helping to make the event the success that it is. We are looking forward to the next 10,' he concluded.
Irish Examiner
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
In Pictures: Victoria Kennefick presented with Farmgate National Poetry Award
Cork poet Victoria Kennefick was presented with the 2025 Farmgate Café National Poetry Award at the sponsors' premises at the English Market in Cork on Tuesday. Seven poets were shortlisted for the award, which celebrates books of poems published by Irish poets, but it was Kennefick's second collection, Egg/Shell, that took the title this year. The presentation event was part of Cork International Poetry festival, which runs until May 17. See Thomas McCarthy, Catherine Ronan and Gerry Murphy at the Farmgate Café National Poetry Award in the English Market, Cork. Pictures: David Creedon Billy Ramsell and Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh at the Farmgate Café for the award, part of Cork International Poetry Festival. Victoria Kennefick at the Farmgate Café before receiving her award. Adrian Gregan and Jacinta Cullen at the Farmgate. Victoria Pricipi and Conor McManus. Rosalin Blue and Mary Brosnan. Fiona and Adam Smith at the award. Paudrig Lee, Lauren O'Donovan, Billy Fenton and Catherine Ronan at the Farmgate Café.
