VISUAL AUDIT: Darlington PCSOs undertook a visual audit in the Faverdale area of the town on Wednesday, February 19. Issues noted included congregations of youths, litter, flytipping, dog fouling and obstructive parking. The PCSOs will do further visual audits in future to prevent problems recurring.

PACT MEETING: A PACT meeting for residents of Middleton St George and Neasham will take place on Wednesday, February 26 from 6.30pm at Dinsdale Court, Middleton St George.

CREATIVE FAMILIES: Eco art and craft discovery sessions for parents and children aged one to give will take place at the Scrap Studio on Borough Road in Darlington on Tuesday, February 25. Sessions are £4 and £3 for siblings. For more information visit scrapstudio.co.uk or call 07727-706335.

JAZZ CLUB: Darlington Jazz Club will play host to musician Ray Dales on Sunday, March 2. The event begins at 5.30pm at The Forum. Tickets are £4.

FILM CLUB: Classic film Brassed Off will be screened by the Darlington Film Club on Monday, March 3. The film will begin at 8pm at The Forum. Entry is £3 and includes free popcorn.

COFFEE MORNING: Heighington Scout Group will host a coffee morning and table top sale on Saturday, April 5 at Heighington Village Hall from 10am until 2pm. Entrance is 50p and refreshments will be available. Stalls can now be booked.