TIME is running out to nominate inspirational people and groups in this year’s Proud of Barnsley Awards.

The deadline for nominations is looming, and you have until September 24 to submit.

So if you know anyone who deserves some recognition even if they don’t think so for going above and beyond to make our town a better place to live and work, then you must nominate them today.

There really have been some heart-warming stories this year, as there has been every year, about people caring for loved ones, people who have raised thousands of pounds for charity and people who are helping children and

youngsters.

There are 15 categories: Hospital Hero, Children’s Champion, Young Superstar, Community Hero, Sporting Achievement, Start-Up of the Year, Community Group, School of the Year, Triumph Over Adversity, Exceptional Achievement, Carer of the Year, Charity Fundraiser, Volunteer of the Year, Love Where You Live, Charity Fundraising Team.

To nominate click here and fill out the online form.

You can e-mail your nominations to lynsey.bradford@barnsley-chronicle.co.uk please include contact details for yourself and the person/group you are nominating and tell us why you are nominating them.

Please ask the person/group for permission to nominate them for an award before putting them forward.