Nominations are now open for the Place to be Proud Of awards UNSUNG heroes in Basingstoke and Deane will once again be recognised as nominations for this year’s A Place to be Proud of Awards are now open. The awards will be an opportunity to spread some joy across the community by celebrating those making a difference. For the 18th year running, residents are urged to nominate individuals, organisations and projects that have made a special contribution. The event is organised by Destination Basingstoke and run in partnership with the NHS Foundation Trust, Festival Place and Gazette Newspapers. This year, The Gazette is sponsoring the Parent in a Million category.