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Snowdon climb for Parkinson s charity by Newtown boy
Big smile from Henry Dyche (9) from Newtown on the summit of Snowdon after their completing his fundraising challenge for Parkinson s UK. A nine-year-old boy from Newtown has conquered the tallest mountain in Wales to raise money and awareness to find a cure for a condition that affects his grandad. Henry Dyche completed the nine-mile hike up to the summit of Snowdon with Joseph Mills, 28, and Daniel Trigg, 22 at at 9.05am on Sunday, May 2, after a 6.10am start. The group were inspired to raise awareness for Parkinson’s as Henry’s grandad, who is also Joseph s father-in-law, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s six years ago.
When it comes to plans for a fine spring day, most people wouldnât ask for more.
On Saturday, May 22, two such opportunities will be available in Janesville. During the day, Downtown Janesville Inc. will host its first wine walk of the year. At night, HealthNet of Rock County presents its annual Pairings That Please fundraiser.
The wine walk, which mirrors a fall event planned Oct. 16, kicks off at noon for VIPs and at 1 p.m. for general admission ticket-holders. Registered participants can pick up their wristbands, swag bags and location maps at the JP Cullen Pavilion on the cityâs town square.
PEOPLE in Ilkley and Wharfedale can now sign up to Walk for Parkinson’s to help fund vital support for people affected by the condition - and this year, you can also take part virtually. Charity Parkinson’s UK has launched its annual Walk for Parkinson’s series, which was cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This year, there are three ways to take part: • Join a socially distanced organised walks in your area. • Walk for Parkinson’s 66 mile challenge: complete 66 miles of walking in July • Walk for Parkinson’s Your Way: walk two or six miles wherever you are over 25 and 26 September.