HUNDREDS of early risers thronged the heritage enclave during The Colourful Run (Run with the Hearing Impaired 3.0) to raise funds for the Penang Deaf Association (PDA).
The event was a 5km Fun Run organised by PDA, and supported by the Penang government, Penang Island City Council (MBPP), Penang Sports Council, Penang Amateur Athletic Association and Malaysia Federation of the Deaf.
Pengkalan Kota assemblyman Gooi Zi Sen said he was very supportive of the event which was aimed at assisting the hearing-impaired community.
“This is a good platform for people to better understand the hearing-impaired community. I am happy to see so many people here, celebrating togetherness,” he said in his speech before the flag off on Sept 23.
The runners passed by the Fort Cornwallis, Queen Victoria Memorial Clock Tower and several other heritage buildings during their run.
Finisher medals and e-certificates of participation were given to the participants upon the completion of the run.
Story by Christopher Tan
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