The winners announced

Our prestigious Local Hero Awards 2010 gala ceremony was held on Thursday 15th July 2010.

Here are the winners:

• Carer - Brenda Moran (Nominated by Liam Parsons and mum Donna)
• Business- Brian McMannus (Nominated by Eira Hughes)
• Parent- Jane Finlay (Nominated by Cathy Fawcett)
• Eco- Hoole Allotments (Nominated by Chris Caroe)
• Grandparents- Barry and Sue Jones (Nominated by Alison Hughes)
• Teacher- Phyllis Barlow (Nominated by Pat Morris, staff and pupils at Abbey Gate School)
• Young achiever- Connor Green (Nominated by Andy Green)
• Volunteer- Diane Piercy (Nominated by Chris Piercy)
• Child of courage- Tiggy Webster (Nominated by Zoe Hayden)
• Act of courage- Karen Evans (Nominated by Danielle Marie Fawcett)
• Outstanding Sports Person: Dave Evans (Nominated by Sharon Bullock)

 

ACT OF COURAGE (ADULT 16+) - brought to you by Urenco Capenhurst Ltd - an outstanding act of bravery towards others or overcoming personal obstacles.

 

CARER OF THE YEAR - brought to you by Cheshire West & Chester Council - going above and beyond caring for an individual either as part of their employment or for a family member, friend or neighbour.

 

VOLUNTEER WORKER OF THE YEAR - brought to you by Chester Honda - someone who has excelled over and above normal expectations or who has worked selflessly within their own community to raise funds for charitable causes.

 

CHILD OF COURAGE (UNDER 16) - brought to you by 2 Jays Roofing in association with Miles of Smiles - an outstanding act of bravery towards others or overcoming personal obstacles.

 

PARENT/GUARDIAN OF THE YEAR - brought to you by thisladyloves.com - anyone who has gone above or beyond or faced adversity in any way.

 

GRANDPARENT OF THE YEAR - brought to you by Grosvenor Shopping Centre - anyone who has gone above or beyond or faced adversity in any way.

 

LOCAL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR - brought to you by Dublcheck Cleaning Services Ltd - any business that has made a significant impact in the community or has exceeded expectations.

 

ECO AWARD - brought to you by Cheshire County Tarmac - any person or company who has made major inroads to improving our environment ecologically.

 

TEACHER OF THE YEAR - brought to you by Overleigh Orthodontics - anyone who has gone above and beyond their normal duties as a teacher - or an individual who has acted as 'mentor' in some way.

 

YOUNG ACHIEVER/YOUNG PERSON OF THE YEAR (UNDER 25YRS) - brought to you by Hospice of the Good Shepherd & The Grosvenor Arms, Handbridge - an individual who has overcome difficulties to achieve and contribute to their community, whilst displaying outstanding personal qualities - making a significant difference to either the lives of others, or themselves.

 

OUTSTANDING SPORTS PERSON OF THE YEAR (ADULT OR CHILD) - either as a hobby or professionally - achievement in a sporting field or contribution to the achievement of others.