Deserving people from across Suffolk picked up an array of awards at a glittering Stars of Suffolk ceremony.
The awards, held at Trinity Park near Ipswich on Thursday night, recognised stories of courage, strength and dedication from people of all ages who carry out inspirational work on a daily basis.
This year, more awards than ever were presented with Lifetime Achievement and Lifetime Sporting Achievement categories added.
The winners of the Stars of Suffolk 2017 awards are:
Overall Star of Suffolk and Young Person of the Year
Eve Brooks-Parkin
Special Recognition
Diana Porter, Fresh Start - New Beginnings
Unsung Hero
Mat Bayfield
Judges Special Award
Shaun Whiter
Lifetime Achievement
Terry Hunt and Nigel Pickover
Carer of the Year
Elysha Youngs
Outstanding Sporting Achievement
Jordan Catchpole
Lifetime Sporting Achievement
Allan Girot, Ann Negus and Brian Perks
Community Champion
Janice Scott
Outstanding Bravery
Isaac Bell
Hospital Person of the Year
Charlie Martin and Ali Angell
Team of the Year
Cafe 66
Search and Rescue Person of the Year
John Cresswell
Fire Person of the Year
Brian Hawes
Volunteer of the Year
Irene Rowe
Armed Services Person of the Year
Gary Croot
Police Person of the Year
Ginny Shoesmith
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