Argyllshire Advertiser

Taking icy plunge for baby unit

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An Ardrishaig woman plans to throw herself into the icy sea on New Year’s Day.

Joan Williamson is taking part in the Loony Dook at South Queensferr­y to raise money for the Simpsons Special Care babies unit in Edinburgh, which looked after Joan and her twin daughters Angel and Star when they were born prematurel­y. The girls are now lively five-year-olds in Ardrishaig Primary School. Joan and her 14-year-old son Jimmy have signed up for the Loony Dook to raise funds for the charity.

A fundraiser will also be held on Thursday December 13 at Lochgilphe­ad Parish Church Hall between 10am and 1pm. Tea, coffee and home baking will be served, with a raffle to win a hamper.

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