WE’VE had an amazing response to our appeal for help to find Barnsley’s unsung community heroes – but there is still plenty of time to get your nominations in.

You can nominate someone you think is worthy of special recognition for a highly coveted Proud of Barnsley award.

The glittering presentation night will, once again, be at the Barnsley Metrodome Arena on Friday, November 14. And there are awards in a variety of categories including:

Young Superstar

School of the Year

Children’s Champion

Sporting Achievement

Exceptional Achievement

Carer

Fundraising Team

Community Hero

Love Where You Live

Volunteer

Charity Group

Triumph Over Adversity

Hospital Hero

Community Group

You can nominate someone you know by emailing brief details to: proudofbarnsley@barnsley-chronicle.co.uk. Please include their contact details.

Barnsley Chronicle editor Andrew Harrod said Proud of Barnsley continues to grow bigger and better each year.

He added: “Every year, we think we have reached the pinnacle in terms of the number and calibre of nominations.

“Then once the nominations start coming in, we always end up being astounded that there are so many people still out there whose hard work would probably slip under the radar were it not for the Proud of Barnsley Awards.

“Proud of Barnsley is all about shining a light on this good work and making sure their efforts do get noticed and appreciated.”

For the first time last year, Chronicle readers were able to help play a part in choosing the winners thanks to an online public vote which resulted in more than 10,000 votes being cast.

The public vote will return this year and the results merged with the verdicts of a panel of judges who will assemble just a few days before the awards night to select the winners.

Barnsley North MP, Dan Jarvis says Proud of Barnsley has become one of the town’s most important events in the 14 years since its launch. and continues to grow every year.

He added: “These awards provide us with a precious opportunity to pause, reflect, and acknowledge the outstanding contributions of exceptional people in our town.

“As a local MP, it is a privilege to attend local events and witness the incredible stories of selflessness, dedication, and determination that Proud of Barnsley nominees display first-hand.

“The very best of our community is showcased at these awards.”