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Radio Solent,2 mins
Bournemouth young carer raising funds for others
Make a Difference: Hampshire, Dorset and IoWAvailable for over a year
Ten-year-old Emberly Heppenstall from Bournemouth is a finalist in the Young Hero category in the ѿý Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards for 2025. Emberly is a carer for her Mum, Jen, and has been dancing, swimming and cycling to fund raise for Dorset Charity My Time Young Carers. The Young Hero Award will be awarded to someone under 16 who has made a positive impact in their community or achieved something exceptional. The Make a Difference Awards are your chance to say “Thank You” and show recognition and appreciation for people who love to make life better for others. Nominations for the 2025 awards have now closed and finalists have been selected by a panel of judges. The winners will be announced at our ѿý Radio Solent Make a Difference Awards ceremony in September.
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