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Beckenham’s Night of Honour, its awards ceremony to reward local unsung heroes, took place at the Citygate Church on 22^nd November.  Now in its 4^th year, the ceremony aims to recognise the achievements of people who have made a special effort to touch the lives of others.

The 2009 awards were presented by local dignitaries such as Councillor Douglas Auld, the Bromley Mayor, and Chief Superintendent Charles Griggs, the borough’s police commander.  Snooker star Willie Thorne also attended to present the award for Best Sports Star.  As well as the awards themselves, the glitzy event also boasts exciting singing and dancing entertainment acts.

The full roll call of honour was as follows:

• King/Queen of Customer Care – Mary Rose Mcmahon, Beckenham Spa
• Best Sports Star – George Mullins
• Investor in Children – Tracy Cleveland
• Best School Worker – Paul Curtis, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School
• Best Community Organisation – Beckenham’s Social Club for the Blind
• Rising Star – Cameron Neal
• Best Carer – Steve Bannister, Beckenham Beacon
• Child of the Year – Sophie Read
• Lifetime Achievement 2009 – Donald Wisbey