Marathon postie delivers for Hospital Radio Maidstone
A Royal Mail employee who took part in this year's London Marathon has donated his sponsorship money to Hospital Radio Maidstone.

Graham Clarkson presented a cheque for £222.50 to the charity's chairman Phil Still. Graham completed the course in two hours, 55 minutes - his personal best on his sixth and final London Marathon.

Mr Clarkson said: "It's 25 years since my first London Marathon and I'm pleased to complete my final one in the quickest time. I chose to donate to Hospital Radio Maidstone because of the volunteers who give up their time to entertain the patients and staff. All the volunteers at Maidstone General are unsung heroes and I'm delighted to keep something back to the local community."

HRM chairman Phil Still said: "Like all charities we rely on donations and I'm very grateful to Graham for his contribution. This will help us to maintain and develop our service to the Maidstone General in our anniversary year."

HRM is celebrating its 45th year of broadcasting Maidstone's hospital. Back in 1963, Graham Norman started the service by compiling tapes of patients requests. Today more than 30 volunteer presenters and computer technology provide a 24 hour, seven day a week service to Maidstone General Hospital.

Posted: 28/5/08 @ 08:00