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Aug 2020
'We don't want to disappear' says Knaresborough British Legion
Knaresborough's branch of the Royal British Legion is raising funds to secure its future following a drop in income during the pandemic.
The branch has warned that without further donations it may have to close. It comes as other charities struggle to survive as they lose vital fundraising opportunities.
The legion held a stall at Knaresborough market this week to raise much-needed funds and collected just over £120.
David Houlgate, vice-chair of the Knaresborough branch, said:
The legion is currently renovating a commemorative bench that sits across from the war memorial in the castle grounds. The bench was placed there in 1995 and was in need of repair earlier this year.
It will be repainted in time for VJ Day and, when the renovations are complete, a small service will be held in commemoration.
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Mr Houlgate added:
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