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Feb 2022
Last Updated: 28/02/2022
24-hour vigil in support of Ukraine to begin in Harrogate tomorrow
The vigil, organised by peace campaigners Christopher and Lindis Percy, will start at 10am at the war memorial. Anyone is welcome to stay for as long as they want.
A 24-hour vigil will begin at the war memorial in Harrogate tomorrow to show support with Ukraine in its war with Russia.
The vigil, which has been organised by Christopher and Lindis Percy, will start at 10am and finish at 10am the following day.
Anyone is welcome to stay for as long as they want. Warm clothing is advised.
Ms Percy, who has been a well-known peace campaigner in the district for many years, said:
"The news is very dire and we thought we must do something. It is a very dangerous situation in Ukraine. We hope people will join us".
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The Stray Ferret is running a live blog about people in the district who are helping people affected by the war in Ukraine.
If you know of an initiative to provide help or support run by a person, charity, church, community group or business, let us know by calling the newsroom on 01423276197 or by emailing us at contact@thestrayferret.co.uk.
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