Silsden’s firefighter of the year will be announced at an event later this month.

An awards evening takes place at the Sunnybank Social Club, in Silsden, on Friday, December 27, starting at 7.30pm.

There will be a band, Catch 22, a buffet and raffle.

Proceeds will go to The Fire Fighters Charity.

Firefighter of the year at the Silsden station is being voted for among the 12-strong crew. Anyone can attend the presentation event. Tickets – priced £10, including the buffet – are available from the station, in Elliott Street.

For further information, contact station commander Pete Hanson on 01535 653371.