TALENTED youngsters are being given the chance to sing and dance to raise money for a young girl with cancer.

The Performing Arts Academy in Farnworth is organising a Junior Talent Night at the Willows in Salford in aid of the Lia Sandford appeal.

Lia has malignant melanoma (skin cancer) and her story appeared in Tuesday's Bolton Evening News.

Principal of the Academy, Tammie Jones, said: "I've had the great privilege of knowing Lia for many years.

"I just want to do whatever I can to help."

The talent night will be held on Thursday, June 20, and anyone between the ages of 10 and 16 is invited to take part.

Entry forms are available from the Academy at 22 Market Precinct, Farnworth. There is a £2 entry fee, and tickets cost £5 for adults and £3.50 concessions.

Anyone wanting more details should ring 01204 701318.