The awards, which originated with the late, great Derryman Martin McCrossan, provided an opportunity to recognise all the fantastic work and achievements of local people from right across the north west.
Mayor of Derry & Strabane Patricia Logue was among the special guests in attendance and this year’s charity was the amazing HURT (Have Your Tomorrows) NI.
Well done to all the winners and the other incredible finalists.
Thank you to principal sponsor Bet McLean and category sponsors City of Derry Airport, Calor, Specsavers, Ulster University, Apex Housing Association, Derry City & Strabane District Council, The Kingsbridge Foundation, Allstate Northern Ireland and NW Care.
We hope to see everyone back again next year for the 2024 awards!
Photos by George Sweeney / Derry Journal.
5. Sean Carlin accepts the Ann Herron Community Champion Award, on behalf of Sean Dolan’s Danny Cassidy, from Apex Chief Executive Shenna McCallion and Ann’s sons. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 44
Sean Carlin accepts the Ann Herron Community Champion Award, on behalf of Sean Dolan’s Danny Cassidy, from Apex Chief Executive Shenna McCallion and Ann’s sons. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 44 Photo: George Sweeney
6. Fundraiser of the Year Award winner Deborah O’Doherty, Action Dunchene, receives her trophy from Johnny Lynch, Ward Manager, The King Bridge Foundation, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 45
Fundraiser of the Year Award winner Deborah O’Doherty, Action Dunchene, receives her trophy from Johnny Lynch, Ward Manager, The King Bridge Foundation, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 45 Photo: George Sweeney
7. Carer of the Year Award winner Marwa Alberro receives her trophy from Sean McCauley, Optometrist Director, Specsavers Derry, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 46
Carer of the Year Award winner Marwa Alberro receives her trophy from Sean McCauley, Optometrist Director, Specsavers Derry, on the right, and compere Adrian Logan. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 46 Photo: George Sweeney
8. Green Champion Award winners Steelstown Primary School eco Committee receive their trophy from Paul McLean, managing director of principal sponsor BetMcLean. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 47
Green Champion Award winners Steelstown Primary School eco Committee receive their trophy from Paul McLean, managing director of principal sponsor BetMcLean. Photo: George Sweeney. DER2325GS – 47 Photo: George Sweeney