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Laois candlelit vigil tonight for Ukraine, Turkey and Syria
Laois people are invited to show solidarity with Ukrainians taking shelter in the county as well as the victims of the earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
A balloon release will mark the culmination of the evening of healing and show of support for each other event which takes place on Fitzmaurice Place in Portlaoise on the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Organisers describe it as "a community coming together in unity to pray for peace and remember lives lost through war and disaster around the world, and lives lost within our own circle".
"It is an evening of healing and a show of support for each other".
It is one of many efforts in Laois to support Ukrainians and earthquake victims.
The hour long event takes place on Friday, February 24 from 7pm to 8pm.will begin at 7pm, with music, silent prayers, and the balloon release. Tea, coffee and biscuits will follow.
It is being organised by the Laois Africa Support Group (LSAG) and Laois Offaly Education and Training Board.
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