THERE are now just three days left until nominations for the Warrington Guardian Inspiration Awards close.

The awards are returning for a seventh year on November 14 at the Village Hotel to celebrate some of the town’s unsung heroes.

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to send in a nomination so far. If you haven't yet done so, here is your final chance.

We need your final entries by 5pm this Thursday, September 19.

After that time every nomination will be collated and handed over to our panel of judges for consideration.

We have rewarded numerous individuals and groups over the past seven years but we know there are many more out there who are making a difference in Warrington.

Take a look at the following categories and if you know someone deserving of a nomination please let us know:

1 SPORTSPERSON/TEAM OF THE YEAR

We want to hear about the achievements of Warrington’s finest, either in their field of expertise or in furthering sport in the community. Nominations are welcome for both adults and junior achievers.

2 GOOD NEIGHBOUR AWARD

A new category for 2019, this is about celebrating the person/people or carers who make a difference to the lives of those in their neighbourhood with their kindness and compassion.

3 CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY

This award is for any individual, team or organisation that has made a significant contribution to the community by giving up their time to help others – in any way.

4 CHARITY CHAMPION

We want to hear about those who have committed to raising money or given up their own time to a good cause. Nominations are welcome for individuals or groups, both adults and youngsters.

Warrington Guardian:

2017 winner Melanie O'Neill

5 CHILD/TEENAGER OF THE YEAR

This year’s winner will be a youngster who has either battled against the odds, been an outstanding achiever in their studies or extra-curricular activities, or put themselves at risk to help someone less fortunate or in danger.

6 HOSPITAL HERO

We are looking for an unsung hero who works or volunteers within a hospital/clinical environment and has shown exceptional care or contributed to making someone’s stay more enjoyable.

7 TEACHER OF THE YEAR

For this category we want to hear about the most inspirational teacher who has helped to change the lives of a student or students through their dedication to the role.

8 OUTSTANDING BRAVERY

This new award for 2019 is to commend those who have gone beyond the call of duty, battled against adversity in their personal lives or risked their own safety to help others. Nominations could be received for individual members of the public, emergency services or community teams.

9 CHARITY OF THE YEAR

We are looking to recognise a local charity that has been committed in its efforts to help the people of Warrington through its fundraising and tireless work.

10 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

The most prestigious award of the night for the person who has made an outstanding contribution over a number of years.

To send in a nomination click here to fill in an entry form.

Or alternatively you can email maureen.friday@nqnw.co.uk but make sure you include as much information as possible to help our judges, including your contact details and those of the person you are nominating.

Remember it only takes a few minutes to nominate but it could make all the difference! And if you need some inspiration yourself, here's who won last year's awards: 2018 INSPIRATION AWARDS WINNERS