By KAITLYN NAPLES STAFF WRITER There might still be some snow on the ground but that is not expected to hinder the 2,200 to 2,600 runners and walkers who are expected to participate in the 12th annual Shamrock Run and Walk on Saturday, March 22. The annual event has been a fun and safe community event while benefitting local charities, primarily the St. Vincent DePaul Mission. “Since early on, the primary purpose of the run was to put on a great community event,” not necessarily make a ton of money, said Patrick Collins, event director. He said due to all of the work the mission does for the community, Collins said the organizers of the Shamrock Run and Walk decided it was an ideal place to donate. “They do great work and they’re always so appreciative,” Collins said, adding that over the last 12 years the run has generated over $120,000 to be donated to St. Vincent DePaul Mission. The mission is a non-profit organization that provides shelter, food, counseling and referral services for men and women in the community. Also this year, the event will be making a $1,000 contribution to The Cove, a non-profit organization for children and [...]
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