Ferryhill Town Council, backed by Sedgefield Borough Council, has appointed a road sweeper to keep Ferryhill tidy.
The appointment of Keith Stamen sees the revival of the lengthsman role.
Borough council staff previously picked litter but struggled to find time to sweep up beyond the town centre.
The public is asked to report areas with litter or dog dirt problems on (01740) 652157.
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