AN auction to raise funds for Hurworth Comprehensive School's bid for specialist status takes place tonight.
The parent teacher association has organised the auction of promises, with Look North's John Lawrence as auctioneer.
Lots include a week in Tuscany and a day with former UK Photographer of the Year, Mike Urwin, of The Northern Echo.
The school must raise £50,000 by October 1 as its contribution towards a £500,000 Government grant, if the bid is successful.
Visitors to the auction, at the school should arrive at 7.15pm for 8pm start.
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