1200 expected for Newry City marathon

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By Iveren McCallion

More than 1200 runners are expected at Newry City Marathon this Sunday.

It'll be the tenth anniversary of the event.

The races will get underway from 8am, and will also include the wheelchair marathon, a half marathon, a 10-mile walk, a 10 kilometre run and a fun run which will cover a mile.

Drivers in the city are advised to drive with due care for racers, and to check ahead for restrictions which are expected until around 2:30pm.

PSNI and race marshalls will be directing and controlling traffic through the city centre.

 

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