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New lease on life

04/05/2016

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Ten years ago, Joy Boyd, pictured front, was given little time to live after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. But Ms Boyd has found a new lease on life since joining Painting with Parkinson’s, founded by Anne Atkin, pictured holding Ms Boyd’s artwork. The group celebrated 10 years in Berwick recently, with Ms Atkin poised to break some new ground next month. Full story, page 10. Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS

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