WE shared the news that a business owner was 'really grateful' to the community for choosing her as the Trader of the Week.

Gail List, the owner of lingerie shop Petals of Hexham, said she was 'humbled' by readers to be nominated for the title.

Readers congratulated Gail for her nomination.

Julia Loughhead said: "A massive congratulations to you Gail, you deserve the recognition for your great personality, knowledge of your stock and customers, love of our town, always being smiley and full of fun. Saying what needs to be said when it needs to be said. Every town needs a Gail."

Lindsay Lowes said Gail is 'a little local legend', as Lisa Akhurst said: "Gail definitely deserves this and more."

Norma Watson said Petals is a 'super business'.

Hazel Barclay said: "Well done Gail. Fabulous lady, always got a smile on her face."

Nic Yeets said: "Well done everyone at Petals," and Joan Robson commented: "Well deserved, always provides a great personal service with a smile."

Lyn Morris added: "Gail is just one amazing lady well deserved."

Jacqueline Ann McCormick said Gail delivers 'fantastic service' while Elaine Dey said: "Hexham needs more people like Gail, she looks after our community."

Sheila Ross said: "Congratulations Gail very well deserved, Gail is a very happy lady, she has time for every one."

Meg Baker described Gail as 'brilliant' and Janice Storrow said customers at Petals always get 'friendly service with a smile'.