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\n The ceremony took place at Barry\u2019s Memo Arts Centre on Friday, June 5, marking a return to the venue after two years at Penarth Pier Pavilion.\n<\/p>\n
\n A full house attended the event, which celebrated 39 finalists nominated by the public across categories including business, sport, community work and the voluntary sector.\n<\/p>\n
\n A special recognition award was presented to Anthea Clements for her 30 years of work with YMCA Barry and her wider contribution to organisations across Wales and beyond.\n<\/p>\n
\n The event was hosted by Bro Radio presenters Patrick Downes and Charley Greatrix.\n<\/p>\n
\n It was supported by headline sponsor Victoria Park Mazda, alongside a range of category sponsors and a networking reception backed by United World Logistics.\n<\/p>\n
\n Among the winners, Jac Thomas was named young person of the year, while Konnar Haynes of Palmerston Primary received teacher of the year.\n<\/p>\n
\n Barry Athletic Football Club was awarded sports club of the year, and Health Hwb took the business of the year title.\n<\/p>\n
\n Other winners included Vale of Glamorgan Project Linus as community group of the year and East Vale Community Transport, which received the charity award.\n<\/p>\n
\n The Romilly Summer Festival was named community event of the year.\n<\/p>\n
\n The triumph over adversity award was won by Ed Grant, and the entrepreneur of the year award was won by Stacey Long.\n<\/p>\n
\n Awards host Patrick Downes said: \u201cEvery year I\u2019m blown away by the passion, dedication and heart shown by people across the Vale.\n<\/p>\n
\n “These awards remind us just how special our communities are, and it\u2019s a privilege to help shine a light on those who give so much of themselves for others.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
\n More information about the awards and a full list of winners is available at the Bro Radio website.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n