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10th Oct 2020

Offaly village makes a big fuss for 100-year-old ‘iconic’ resident Moll Collins

Megan Cassidy

A gorgeous uplifting story this morning.

GardaĆ­ and locals planned a special birthday surprise for Offaly native Moll Collins as she turned 100 years old on Thursday.

The centenarian was presented with flowers and a Garda visit to celebrate the day at her home in Moneygall as well as a parade and socially distanced celebration from residents of the village.

According to Offaly Express, Moneygall NS students gathered outside her home to sing a happy birthday to Moll who is described as an ‘iconic’ resident.

A video shows Moll waving to a parade of cars celebrating her 100th birthday. Watch the happy moment below.

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