Nominations for community and sports awards which recognise individuals who support the community and the growth of sports to close this Saturday.
Organised by Newark and Sherwood District Council in partnership with Radio Newark, the Newark and Sherwood Community and Sports Awards are set to take place on September 20 at The Renaissance at Kelham Hall.
This is the second year that the awards have included Sherwood and the District Council has worked closely with Active4Today to incorporate more sports categories.
Nominations for the awards are open until Saturday (July 6) for a total of 13 categories.
Last year, twelve worthy winners were awarded for their work in the community and sports with 300 guests in attendance.
Active4Today will also be a gold sponsor and this year they are sponsoring the Creating Change for Sport and Physical Activity Award.
The different categories for awards include Business Commitment to the Community sponsored by Newark College; Young Person of the Year; Citizen of the Year sponsored by Ann et Vin; Community Champion of the Year sponsored by Harworth Group; Community Group of the Year sponsored by Bakkavor; Education Provider of the Year (Sponsored by Elements Green; Courage and Bravery Award sponsored by Renaissance at Kelham Hall; Emergency Services and Armed Forces Award sponsored by Motorfinity; Creating Change for Sport and Physical Activity Award sponsored by Active4Today; Sports Team of the Year; Sports Individual of the Year sponsored by Smiths Timber; Lifetime Commitment Award sponsored by Radio Newark and Irene Sendler Humanitarian Award sponsored by Polish Cultural Institute.
During the night, award winners will be treated to a two-course meal, award ceremony and party.
