DETERMINED fundraiser Eileen Leonard is calling on her loyal group of supporters to dig deep into their pockets for charity.

She will be running in the Great North Run on Sunday to raise money for St Teresa's Hospice, in Darlington.

In recent years, Ms Leonard has placed collection buckets at the Morrisons store at Morton Palms, but she has been unable to do so this year.

Two years ago, the runner raised £1,500 to help to fund the work of the hospice. She is hoping to get close to that total again this time.

Donations can be made to Ms Leonard at the Morrisons store, or by telephoning her on (01325) 266919.