New roles taken on College kid Corey lands historic trophy

A NUMBER of standing councillors have been appointed to outside bodies this week.

Coun Ashley Peace has been named the cabinet support member for environment and highways following the resignation of Coun Summer Risebury.

Coun Jenny Platts has been removed from the town’s ex-service personnel fund to be replaced by Caroline Makinson.

A number of councillors have been appointed to various early help delivery groups for a two-year period – in the Central, Dearne, North, North East, South and Penistone wards.

Coun Pooja Ramchandani will be removed from the fostering panel and replaced by Coun Brenda Eastwood.

A BARNSLEY College student has been recognised for his achievements at a special awards ceremony.

The prestigious Johnston Award was presented to Corey Miller, who passed his British Army selection and is starting his basic training to be an infantry soldier.

Corey said: “I never in a million years thought I would win anything like this. I came to the college thinking it was a stepping-stone, but not realising how much I would enjoy it and my course. I’m looking forward to joining the army, the prize money will help to pay for the kit I need.”

Frank Johnston, who sponsors the award, added: “I wish to publicly congratulate Corey on his award.

“He is an impressive gentleman whose overall performance makes him a worthy winner.

“Corey started at a very low base, but he has achieved so much and has been successful in his ambitions to date.

“I’m very impressed.”