A DISC jockey hopes revellers will dance the night away in memory of his sadly-missed aunt.

Scott McKinley wants fans of funky house, pumping electro-funk and party-techno to lift the roof of Hartlepool's Borough Hall on Saturday, August 6 - and help raise funds for a hospice.

The 24-year-old's aunt, Agnes Skinner, 60, who lived in the town's West View area, lost a five-year battle against cancer, in January.

Mr McKinley said: "I spent half my life with my aunt when she used to babysit Friday, Saturday and Sunday of every week, until I was about 12 years old.

"I worked away for many years and only saw her now and again on special occasions."

Four local DJs will presenting the music, accompanied by a light and laser show.

Mr McKinley said: "I have always wanted to do something like this, but even better to do it for my aunt. I would get a real buzz raising a substantial sum of money for charity."

His chosen charity is Hartlepool Hospice.

Admission is £6.50 on the door.