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Ukrainians hold third ‘Chestnut Run’

Last Saturday, the Ukrainian community in County Kerry gathered at Killarney House & Gardens for their third annual ‘Chestnut Run For the Sake of Little Hearts’.
Over 20 people took part in the 5km charity run, raising funds for the Centre for Paediatric Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery in Ukraine. The event continues a Kyiv tradition on Irish soil.
"The Chestnut Run is not just about charity, it’s about connection," said organiser Natalia Krasnekovych.
“We are very happy to be part of the local running community here in Killarney, and one day, we hope to welcome all our Irish friends to run with us in Kyiv, when peace returns to Ukraine.”
The Chestnut Run, which began in Kyiv, is now an international event that has raised significant funds for children's heart surgery in Ukraine.