The Northern Citrines Jazz Band, originally based in Shildon, is to reform and make a comeback based in Newton Aycliffe, as of October 2019. Days and times of practices to be confirmed; new members of all ages and abilities welcome to join with a small subscription cost of £3 per practice.

The band would like to say a big thanks to Honest John, for the grant they received from him, which has enabled the band to purchase three marching snare drums.

The group are also hosting a charity night on Friday 27th September at The Big Club, Newton Aycliffe, with the fabulous ultimate Shania Twain tribute act on the first half and Samantha Mac singing a medley of dance hits for the second set.

Tickets are priced at £5 each and are currently in the process of being made to be on sale at the Club very soon with more info to follow.

If there are any local businesses willing to make any donations or raffle prizes please can they contact Martin Fairlamb on 01325 497206, many thanks.