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A SEA of tributes have been flowing this week from all across the island of Ireland to the late Joe Pat Prunty; a father, innovator, and a man who more than made his mark on Irish football – quite literally, with Prunty Pitches up and down the island set to carry on his legacy for generations. As the founder of the eponymous pitches, Joe Pat lived his whole life appreciating even the smallest things, with even some of the largest things – the meticulously prepared football pitches bearing his handiwork – just part of a life lived well by the popular character. However, it was the ...

Galloon active.. Raising funds for mental health Posted: 6:23 pm December 30, 2020 By Jodie Curran WHILE Covid-19 restrictions have put ice on Galloon’s annual Charity Swim on New Year’s Day. Organisers for the event have found an innovative way to raise awareness and essential funds for  local mental health instead. Members of the charity committee have also urged locals to take part in an activity of their own choice such as walking, swimming, running or cycling in their bubbles in support of mental health. “We came up with the idea to raise money for the Oak Healthy Living ...