John and Niall also own O’Briens Pharmacy and McGlaughlin’s Pharmacy in Magherafelt, and are passionate about supporting the communities in which their pharmacies are based.
The Pharmacy had collection boxes out during the celebrations to raise money for Charis Cancer Care, a charity that provides vital support to local people and families affected by cancer.
A total of £850 was raised charity through the 30th anniversary celebrations, and John and Niall O’Brien kindly matched the donations, bringing the total raised to £1,700 to support the charity’s work.
The Charis Cancer Care team visited the pharmacy during the celebration week to give customers the opportunity to find out more about the work that they do within the Mid Ulster community.
The anniversary celebrations were enjoyed by staff and customers who called at the pharmacy.
1. 30 years serving community
Anne McCrea pictured with John O’Brien and Kathryn Allen, the very first customer in Coagh Pharmacy in 1996. Photo: Supplied
2. 30 years serving community
Kathryn Allen receiving flowers from John O’Brien for 30 years service, working in Coagh Pharmacy since its opening. Photo: Supplied
3. 30 years serving community
Pictured from left are Eugene and Fiona Carson, Kathryn Allen and John and Niall O’Brien. The Carson’s opened the pharmacy in autumn 1996, the O’Briens purchased the pharmacy in 2006. Photo: Supplied
4. 30 years serving community
John O’Brien with Claire from Charis Cancer Care. Photo: Supplied