OUR fifth annual charity soul night raised £2,755.50 for St Leonard's Hospice.

This event only takes place because of the generosity and support of the Royal York Hotel, which is greatly appreciated.

A big thank-you to all who give freely of their time to make this event the success it is - DJs, some who travel from away and family members who enable the night to run smoothly. Also thanks to the people who donate raffle prizes and security bands.

And last, many thanks to the people who came to our side in our hour of need, and the many messages of support we have received. It has been overwhelming. Thank-you to everyone.

Lynne and Mick Burnett, Osprey Close, Acomb Wood, York.