COUNTY: Knitters are needed to help raise funds for a charity supporting older people.

The Royal Voluntary Service (RVS) needs to raise £3,000 this year to support its work in the community. It is calling on knitters to have a go at making a knitted penguin (pattern will be provided). Novice knitters can choose a more basic pattern, also provided by the RVS. For more information, call 01305 236666.