Longford town pulled out all the stops recently as part of a major autism awareness fundraiser. Headed up by local woman Ann O'Leary, Autism Awareness Turn Longford Blue took place on Saturday (April 22) at Grafton Court. As with previous years, there was a whole host of activities and all proceeds will go to St Christopher's Special School.

placeholder image — Longford town pulled out all the stops recently as part of a major autism awareness fundraiser. Headed up by local woman Ann O'Leary, Autism Awareness Turn Longford Blue took place on Saturday (April 22) at Grafton Court. As with previous years, there was a whole host of activities and all proceeds will go to St Christopher's Special School.

PICTURES | Longford turns blue for Autism

By Longford Live Reporter

Published 9th May 2023, 18:33 GMT

Caption: Ann O'Leary, Sabrina, Layla and Kai Gervasoni Picture: Shelley Corcoran

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Caption: Ann O'Leary, Sabrina, Layla and Kai Gervasoni Picture: Shelley Corcoran

Caption: Angela O'Callaghan and Sarah Jermyn in Grafton Court for the 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event

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Caption: Angela O'Callaghan and Sarah Jermyn in Grafton Court for the 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event

Caption: Ann and Ann O'Leary at the 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event Picture: Shelley Corcoran

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Caption: Ann and Ann O'Leary at the 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event Picture: Shelley Corcoran

Caption: Sarah Jermyn and Rosaleen Sorohan in Grafton Court for 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event

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Caption: Sarah Jermyn and Rosaleen Sorohan in Grafton Court for 'Turn Longford Blue' for Autism Awareness event

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