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Charity Marathon Raises Funds

A news feature about a city marathon that raised money for a children's hospital.

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1More than three thousand runners took part in the city marathon on Sunday.

2The race started at nine o'clock in front of the town hall.

3Runners of all ages completed the ten kilometre course through the park.

4Many wore bright costumes to make the crowds laugh and cheer.

5The event raised money for the children's hospital in the city centre.

6Organisers hope to collect more than fifty thousand pounds this year.

7The fastest runner finished the course in just thirty two minutes.

8He said the cold wind made the race much harder.

9Local bands played music along the route for the tired runners.

10Police closed the main roads to keep everyone safe during the race.

11Next year's marathon is already planned for the second Sunday in May.

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