DOESN'T it gladden your heart to hear about people like Steve Ford, who despite crippling arthritis has spent the past two decades making dreams come true for sick youngsters in local hospitals?
We are delighted that the 49-year-old ex-postman has been named our latest Local Hero.
Every year this scheme recognises the achievements and contributions of ordinary folk who do extraordinary things.
Let us know if you have a friend, neighbour or colleague who deserves such an accolade.
They are the people who make this such a great region to live.