Sovereign Radio held their first 'Local Hero' awards ceremony at The Grand Hotel on Eastbourne Seafront on Friday 19th September. Following nomination by several of our customers, Team Sterling beat off stiff competition to win the 'Customer Service Person of the Year' award, sponsored by Langney Shopping Centre. Other catagories were Apprentice of the Year, Carer of the Year, Emergency Service Person of the Year, Courageous Child of the Year, Neighbour of the Year, Inspirational Teacher of the Year, Act of Bravery, Charity Fundraiser of the Year, Sports Achiever of the Year and finally Award of Immense Gratitude which very deservedly when to Save the DGH campaigners Liz & Monica.