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May 2022
Last Updated: 11/05/2022
Knaresborough woman given freedom of the town
Hazel Haas (left) has been a key part of the community for many years. Cllr Christine Willoughby, Knaresborough’s Mayor, described her as one of the town's doers.
Knaresborough woman Hazel Haas has been awarded the title of Honorory Freedom of the Town for her "extraordinary contribution" to the community.
Ms Haas became the first woman to join Knaresborough Rotary Club and in 1996 became its first female president.
For many years she has chaired the Knaresborough Christmas Markets Committee and has also been involved in the BEBRA town twinning association.
With the advent of covid, she has helped to run local vaccination centres as principal co-ordinator.
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The freedom of the town title has been awarded by Knaresborough Town Council.
Cllr Christine Willoughby, Knaresborough’s Mayor, paid tribute to Ms Haas who she called one of the town's doers.
She added:
“She works incredibly hard for our community and we are very grateful to her. This award is very well deserved.”
Peter Lacey, chair of Knaresborough Connectors, said:
"Knaresborough Connectors recognise the invaluable work that Hazel undertook from the start of the pandemic to co-ordinate volunteers and keep a cheery face during difficult and stressful times.
"Her organisational skills and energy when applied to supporting the vaccination centre with local volunteers was equally heroic and we’re delighted that she continues to steer the work of Connectors through her role as a Director. Long may her wisdom and example inspire others!
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