THE Salvation Army in Andover wishes to say a very sincere thank you to everyone who made donations to us in the run-up to Christmas.

Some people kindly sent us donations; others placed money in our collecting boxes when our band was playing Christmas music in the town and Chantry Centre; others donated in our charity shop in Bridge Street.

We are very grateful for all monies that we received as it helped us with our muchneeded work in the local community.

Major Stephen Curnow, The Salvation Army.