DURHAM Foodbank will hold a collection day at Morrison’s in Chester-le-Street on Saturday (December 14) from 10am to 2pm. Anyone interested in volunteering should email: brianhunter1951@gmail.com

ELF FILM: The Active Life Centre at Coxhoe will host a screening of the family film Elf on Saturday (December 14) at 1pm. Tickets are £2 each. Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. To book, call 0191-377-1789.

DEMOLITION OK: Durham County Council is to demolish 33 Malcolm Avenue, Quarrington Hill, near Durham, a former community centre and flat, having won planning permission for the work.

FUNNY BONES: Durham’s Gala Theatre will host its Funny Bones Comedy Club on Friday (December 13), featuring Andy White, Matt Hollins, Pete Phillipson and MC Chris Tavner. The event is for over 16s only. Tickets are £8.50 and the entertainment starts at 7.45pm. To book, call 03000-266-600 or visit galadurham.co.uk