Landmark party for Deansfield Court residents

Two mayors were among the dignitaries at the event at the extra care facility in Norton, but the star was 97-year-old resident Vera Fletcher – who cut the birthday cake.

Mayors Paul Emberley and Antony Croser and Coun Graham Lake applauded as Vera cut the cake with help from on-site caterer Judie O’Dwyer.

The event featured music from 24-piece ukulele troupe Thornton-le-Dale Ukuleles and a buffet-style afternoon tea.

Scheme manager Danny Watson said: “It’s great to be able to do something like this for the residents.”