A LONG-SERVING councillor has been honoured for his contribution to his town.
Ferryhill Town Councillor George Trotter received a commemorative medal to recognise his work as a former chairman of the authority.
The Mayor of Ferryhill, Councillor Julie Bainbridge, visited Coun Trotter at his home on Friday to make the presentation.
Coun Trotter was chairman of Ferryhill Town Council 1966 to 1967 and then again from 1998 to 1999.
The council has purchased commemorative medals for all councillors past and present who have served as chairmen.These will be presented at a ceremony next month.
Coun Trotter's presentation was made at home because he has been unable to attend meetings recently due to ill health.
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