Christmas Lights donation for the RNLI
Local lifeboat supporter Mark Turnbull presented a generous donation following his fundraising initiative.
Lifeboat supporter Mark Turnbull came along with his partner to present a cheque to Newbiggin lifeboat station today for £516 following a successful Christmas lights fundraiser.
The work to deck out Mark's home had taken over a week to complete and judging by the many positive comments it has been worth it.
Mark's interest in Newbiggin follows a rescue undertaken almost 20 years ago and over that time regular donations and fundraising has taken place.
Mark was presented with a certificate of thanks for his family's support for the lifeboat as well as a shield.
This is the second generous donation for the lifeboat as earlier in the year Mark presented a cheque for £1100 after successfully completing the Great North Run.
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For more information please telephone Richard Martin, RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer Newbiggin on 07980 010544 or [email protected] or Nicola Quinn Regional Media Manager – North East & East telephone 07810 658 072
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