Special Olympic torch for town

The torch run takes place in advance of the games in Limerick and Clare from June 9-13 June. This will be one of the biggest sporting events to take place in Ireland this year with more than 1,900 athletes participating in 14 sports.

The Flame of Hope will be carried throughout Ireland by members of An Garda Sochna and the PSNI. As part of its journey the Torch will visit Ceara School at 10:30am, Lurgan Junior High School at 11:30am and Southern Regional College, Armagh at 2pm today. All are more than welcome to attend and join in the celebrations!

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is one of the most high profile events organised by Special Olympics Ireland around Games time. Local members of both police services will carry the torch (Flame of Hope) as it makes its way through their District/Division.

A permanent runner representing both An Garda Sochna and the PSNI will form part of each running leg and will be supported by local Garda or police officers. A support team, including a representative from eircom will accompany each route to oversee logistics, timings and dressing of venues.

To find out more about the Law Enforcement Torch Run please visit: www.specialolympics.ie