About 90 walkers turned out to breathe Saturday morning's cool, brisk air and help others enjoy doing the same as part of the American Lung Association Fight for Air Walk at Nay Aug Park.
Some participants walked in honor of loved ones who suffer from or died as a result of respiratory disease such lung cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or emphysema. Photos were displayed on a tribute wall.
Donna Ray-Reifler of the American Lung Association said the turnout was similar to last year's.
One of the largest teams was represented by Gerrity's Supermarket. Marcher Ann Motovidlak said the American Lung Association has always been a favorite charity of the locally owned grocery chain. This year, the employees decided to rally a team to participate in the walk.
"We are a local-owned company and this is nice local event and cause to be part of," she said.
The American Lung Association held a Fight for Air Walk at King's College in Wilkes-Barre in June. Money raised will benefit programs for the American Lung Association, including asthma camp for local children.
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