There is a really positive theme in this paper that you may have picked up on this week.

There are an awful lot of stories regarding children from the area.

In the paper we spend a lot of time having to criticise youth for vandalism and anti-social behaviour.

I think it is only fair that we give them praise when it is deserved.

It is absolutely amazing to see so many young people engaging with the community, particularly in the way that Brimsham Green School pupils have in the last few months.

There seems to be a real understanding from them that they need to preserve the area and create a better community for everyone as they will be inheriting it in the future.

It is fantastic to see that young people are taking the matter seriously and are representing the area in a good way.

We can give youths a lot of stick, but when you hear about the good stories of some in a paper like this one it is good to recognise that they can offer a lot to the community.