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Call to honor 1912 Olympian

One of Northern Ireland's Olympic heros could be honoured almost a century after his gold medal victory.
The 100-year anniversary of Kennedy Kane McArthur's marathon triumph coincides with the 2012 London games.

North Antrim assembly member Mervyn Storey has called for official recognition of the Dervock-born runner's achievements.

Mr Storey raised the issue with Sports Minister Edwin Poots during a recent assembly meeting.
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