For the fourth year 106.9 Silk FM are organising a Local Hero Awards scheme to recognise unsung 'local heroes' in East Cheshire. Once again AstraZeneca are sponsoring the event.

Throughout this area there are thousands of people who give their time to help improve the quality of life in their local communities. For example they could be caring for the sick, the elderly, the handicapped or contributing to their local environment. The awards are designed to acknowledge these people who seek no personal recognition for what they do.

106.9 Silk FM is now seeking nominations in three categories :

From the three winners there will be an overall winner chosen. All of the finalists will be invited to the Awards Evening and Dinner at Mereview Restaurant at AstraZeneca Alderley Park on Friday 26th July 2002. This will be attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Macclesfield and the Mayor and Mayoress of Congleton and will include a raffle in aid of The East Cheshire Hospice.

If you know someone in Macclesfield and Congleton Boroughs who deserves nomination please collect an entry form from 106.9 Silk FM, Bridge Street, Macclesfield, the Information Centres in Macclesfield and Congleton, or call the Awards hotline on 01625 268000.

The closing date for entries is July 18th 2002 and the judging panel will be 106.9 Silk FM, AstraZeneca and local care professionals.

AstraZeneca''s support of the Awards Scheme illustrates its continuing commitment to the local community.

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