Back cancer research at the Pink Ball

Hilary Gay, aged 46 years, from Deepcar, was diagnosed with breast cancer five years ago and had to have both her breasts removed.

The mum-of-three has been raising funds for Sheffield's Cancer Research Relay for Life for the last couple of years, which encourages supporters to gather a team together and hold events during the year.

And, as part of Hilary’s events, she is effort organising a Pink Ball on Friday October 26 at The Brooklands Hotel, Dodworth, with some tickets still available at a cost of 27.50. The event will include a three-course meal, charity auction, live music and a disco.

Relay for Life events, which are held across the world to celebrate the lives of people touched by cancer and raise money for the vital work of Cancer Research. It also includes a Survivor’s Lap of Honour and, as a tribute to those lost through cancer, a Candle of Hope Ceremony.

Sheffield Relay for Life 2008 takes place at Impact Health and Fitness, Shirecliffe, on June 14 and 15, and organisers want more people to sign up for the event.

Anyone who can get a Relay for Life team together, or would like to join the Sheffield Relay for Life Committee, should contact Jean Housley [email protected] ring 0114 250 9090.

Call Hilary on 07714 767269 or email [email protected] to order tickets for her Pink Ball or to donate an item for the auction.