BUTTERWICK Hospice is urging people to donate unwanted presents to help raise money through tombolas and raffles.

Anyone able to help is asked to call Helen Kirby on 01388-603003 or leave items at the charity on Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland.

COUNCIL MEETING: The next meeting of Dene Valley Parish Council will be held at Prince Bishops Primary School, Coundon Grange, on Monday, February 10, at 6.30pm.

BASKETBALL TRAINING: The Durham Wildcats will be holding training sessions at Bishop Barrington School, Bishop Auckland, on Wednesday, between 4.30pm and 6pm. Admission is £2 and all ages and abilities are welcome.