Darlington Hospital Radio will be able to buy new headsets, thanks to a generous donation.

John Shuttleworth, representative for the Province of Durham Freemasons Society, handed over a cheque for £750 to radio staff.

Simon Randolph, fundraising officer for Darlington Hospital Radio, said: "The £750 cheque was a very generous donation from the society and every penny will be spent within the charity organisation on new headsets."

Mr Shuttleworth said: "Giving £750 to such a good cause as hospital radio is well worth it and I hope that patients will get great pleasure from using their new headsets."