ROARY the Lion has kick-started a Stockton school's efforts to raise money for a new minibus.

The Middlesbrough Football Club mascot visited The Norton School to present the winner of a raffle with a signed team shirt.

Middlesbrough donated the prize to The Norton School Community Friendship Group, which is trying to raise funds for the bus. The club also donated £100.

The next fundraising event is at the school on Friday, June 28, when the group will hold a casino night from 7.30pm to 11.30pm.

Admission is £4, which includes a supper.

For tickets or further information contact the school on (01642) 557361.