We got to know each other and that was that.”Paddy got to know the chasm of loneliness after Pat died. They want to get close to the stage.”From humble beginnings in a few community centres, more than 42 years ago, the Over 60s competition heats now take place in 22 areas across the city and county. The Over 60s competition has raised in excess of half a million euro for the Heart Foundation.”Paddy is proud of other things too. “I often meet people who come up and tell me that their dad was in the Over 60s competition and what a great thrill it was. “My supporters in the Over 60s, like Humphrey O’Sullivan, who is involved with the Over 60s now for 30 years, are amazing people.

Source: Evening echo September 08, 2018 09:00 UTC