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Post by pigeonpie on Mar 2, 2010 11:31:47 GMT
Menorcans receive four regional medals
The Balearic 2010 Gold Medals and the Ramon Llull Awards were presented in Palma on Sunday as part of the official act marking the Day of the Balearic Islands, four of them going to Menorcan individuals or associations.
The Fons Menorqui de Cooperació was one of the recipients of the regions Gold Medal for its work promoting social justice and economy in the worlds poorest countries.
Ashome received a Ramon Llull Award for its work in promoting Balearic hotels abroad and collaboration and dialogue with authorities.
Two individuals also received the award: Elisabeth (Bet) Salom Pons, the rhythmic gymnast who was part of the Spanish team in the Pekin Olympics, and a nun, Sister Enriqueta Garriga, for her lifelong dedication to her work as a nurse and social assistant.
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