One Darlington September 2021

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To make a nomination, visit
www.darlington.gov.uk/communities
Do you know a local superstar or unsung
hero who deserves to be celebrated?
Nominations are open for the Stronger
Communities Awards, which will be presented
at a glittering ceremony at the Dolphin Centre
on Friday 12 November.
There are 17 categories, covering all aspects
of life in Darlington, including business,
education, health, the environment, the arts,
sport, public service and volunteering.
Councillor Jonathan Dulston, the council's
cabinet member for stronger communities,
said: “There is so much to celebrate in
Darlington and these awards are designed to
bring together all those who enrich the local
community.
“We want to hear about people – young and
old – who are out there making a difference in
all kinds of areas and who might otherwise go
unrecognised. This is all about putting the stars
of Darlington on a pedestal, so please send in
your nominations.”
A new category for 2021 will see one of
the nominees receive the special Stronger
Communities award.
The categories are as follows
PUBLIC SERVICE HERO
An individual(s) who has gone far above and beyond
their public duty, either in a one-off exceptional
incident, or consistently in their line of work.
EXCEPTIONAL VOLUNTEER
A person or group who has shown outstanding
commitment in their voluntary work.
EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG VOLUNTEER
A young person (under the age of 18) or group
who have shown outstanding commitment to
volunteering.
BRINGING SUCCESS TO DARLINGTON
A business whose achievement has been
recognised on the regional, national or international
stage, adding to Darlington’s reputation.
CONTRIBUTION TO THE ARTS
An individual or group who has made a major
contribution to the arts.
CONTRIBUTION TO THE ENVIRONMENT
An individual, community group or business that is
having a positive impact on the environment through
particular initiatives.
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