DAVE Cann from Colebrooke was presented with the Crediton Boniface Rotary 2022 Crediton Citizen of The Year at the Club’s Annual Awards Evening held on June 28.

The presentation was made by Crediton Boniface Rotary President Mike Davis.

Dave has always lived in the area and spent all his working life with Mid Devon public services.

After retirement Dave voluntarily continued to clear local ditches in the Colebrooke area.  This is of great benefit to the community in avoiding the roads from becoming flooded in winter.

Many will recognise Dave as he is currently the “lollipop man” at the crossing near Hayward’s School in Crediton.

As part of the award Dave asked for £50 to be donated by Rotary to Devon Air Ambulance.