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Within the surrounds of the Franciscan Friary, a festive atmosphere abounded as festive carols graced the 31st edition of the Samaritans Christmas concert.

The Army Band of 2nd Brigade, based in Athlone, will once again provide the main musical support for the 31st Annual Gala Samaritan Christmas Concert to take place within the surrounds of the Franciscan Friary on Wednesday, December 6, at 8pm.

Athlone A Cappella made a triumphant return to Athlone in recent times following their silver medal success at the Irish Association of Barbershop Singers (IABS) convention.

Local Minister of State, Deputy Robert Troy, was the recent guest of honour at a ceremony to mark the presentation of certificates to St Mary’s primary school students on behalf of the Knights of Columbanus Athlone branch in reflection of their successful RTE Angelus filming work.

The Athlone Knights of Columbanus in tandem with St Mary’s primary schoolhave produced a short film which will feature in the Angelus each Friday evening through the month of December.

Soroptimist ladies from across the island of Ireland, along with guests from Scotland and England, recently united in Athlone to celebrate the role of Athlone native, Darina Dolan, the National President of the friendship and service organisation.