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Roscrea’s Darkness Into Light walk received very strong local support again this year.
As the Sun came up over Roscrea Last weekend, the local community came together in huge numbers to support the important cause.
The event was proudly hosted by Roscrea Youth Service, and the organisers would like to sincerely thank everyone who participated, volunteered and supported on the morning.
A special word of gratitude goes to the Lions Club for kindly donating the hall facilities for the event.
The generosity of local businesses played a huge part in the success of the event, with refreshments and supplies kindly donated by Mulrooneys Gala, Texaco/Spar Roscrea, The Gantly Way, The Ugly Duckling, Lidl, Aldi, Tesco, Keanes Newsagent and Centra Roscrea. Their kindness and support were greatly appreciated by all involved.
Organisers would also like to extend sincere thanks to Mike Edwards, the first responder, whose support on the morning was invaluable, along with the dedicated stewards who helped ensure the safety of everyone taking part.
A special thank you is also extended to the community guards for their support throughout the event, which was deeply appreciated by organisers and participants alike
Speakers Rory Nolan and Joanna O'Reilly spoke with such warmth and compassion, and organisers are so grateful to them. Organisers would like to wish Rory the very best in his upcoming Hyrox World Championship in Stockholm.
As a youth service, organisers said they were especially proud of the young people involved, who worked tirelessly helping with set-up, clean-up and assisting throughout the event. Their enthusiasm, maturity and willingness to help reflected the very best of the community.
Lastly organisers would like to thank every single person who attended, walked or donated. Seeing so many people come together for such an important cause was both emotional and inspiring.
The event highlighted the incredible community spirit in Roscrea, and organisers extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make Darkness Into Light 2026 such a meaningful and successful occasion.
Thousands across Ireland took part in Pieta’s Darkness Into Light 2026 on Saturday 9th of May.
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1. Well known Roscrea fundraiser Nikita Conlon is pictured at the Fancy Fountain taking part in the 2026 fundraising walk
Well known Roscrea fundraiser Nikita Conlon is pictured at the Fancy Fountain taking part in the 2026 fundraising walk | Local library
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2. Pictured at the walk are (front) Laura Foyle, Nikita Conlon and Clare Comerford (back) Daniel, Tommy and Martin Harty
Pictured at the walk are (front) Laura Foyle, Nikita Conlon and Clare Comerford (back) Daniel, Tommy and Martin Harty | Local library
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3. Members Of the Organising Committee – Mary Maher, Erika Barnett, Tara Moloughney and Mary Grace
Members Of the Organising Committee – Mary Maher, Erika Barnett, Tara Moloughney and Mary Grace | Local library
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4. Cornelia Gunnell, Catherine Maher and Anne Moore at the Darkness Into Light walk in Roscrea
Cornelia Gunnell, Catherine Maher and Anne Moore at the Darkness Into Light walk in Roscrea | Local library