By Madeleine Chaput - 26 February 2021
The much-anticipated Daily Dispatch and Johnson & Johnson Local Heroes Awards ceremony finally took place on Thursday night. While very different in 2021, the event was still one to remember and saw 13 ordinary people receive recognition, praise and (virtual) applause for their incredible work and effort in bettering their communities.
Reducing the usual five-hour gala ceremony to a one-hour virtual programme, the Daily Dispatch ensured that the 2020 Local Hero finalists were celebrated with just as much glamour, professionalism and prestige as previous years.
Each hero received a special gift bag filled with goodies from all the sponsors and were invited to dress up in their best outfits to accept their awards at a special meet and greet before the virtual event, which was streamed on Thursday evening.