Fifers were to the fore at this year’s Forth Awards.

The winners were announced at a sold out event at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall.

The awards, organised by the radio station, celebrated the very best of Edinburgh and the east, including Fife - from music to business to home town heroes in the community.

Man of the moment, Cammy Barnes took home the Forth Best Artist Award after storming onto the UK’s music scene blending contemporary country songwriting with traditional Scottish music.

Musical stars Emeli Sandé and Cammy Barnes wowed the audience with their hits | Pic Greg Macvean

placeholder image — Musical stars Emeli Sandé and Cammy Barnes wowed the audience with their hits | Pic Greg Macvean

The Leven musician shot to fame on Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, supported Amy Macdonald on tour and is now set to play two huge dates at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro in 202 - his first sold out within minutes. The singer songwriter also treated the audience to a rousing set.

The best visitor attraction went to Falkland Palace and Garden in recognition of its staff and volunteers in a year of ongoing building works.

Dunfermline restaurant Luca’s Kitchen picked up the Forth Best Restaurant Award for their family-friendly authentic Italian fayre, while Matthew Crawford, a guidance teacher at Beath High School in Cowdenbeath won the ‘best teacher’ award for his commitment to his pupils and their parents.

David Robertson, director of content for the Hits Radio Brand, said: “In our 21st year of the Forth Awards, we continue to be inspired by the local listeners striving to make a difference and delivering, at times, life-changing work in their local communities.

“Whether it’s a teacher supporting kids in school, or individuals campaigning on a national level, it’s our honour to shine a spotlight on them and say thank you. We send our huge congratulations to all of our worthy winners, and a special thanks to our outstanding performers for entertaining our sold out crowd.”