And you can help make that happen by supporting the Doncaster Cancer Detection Trust's latest appeal in conjunction with the Free Press.

The Trust, which this year celebrates its35th anniversary, is hoping to raise £250,000 in order to help prevent, detect, treat and cure cancer throughout the borough.

Since 1972 over £1million has been spent on cutting edge equipment - the majority of which has been donated to Doncaster Health Authority.

And generous Free Press readers have also helped fund the building and redevelopment of St John's Hospice in Balby.

Now is the time to dig deep again to keep the town one step ahead in the battle against Britain's most prolific disease.

Donations to the appeal can be made by visiting the trust at 4 East Laith Gate, Doncaster, with cheques made payable to Doncaster Cancer Detection Trust.

Funds may also be paid directly into the campaign account: Co-operative Bank, account number 50326679.

And anyone organising a fundraising event should contact the Free Press for publicity on 01302 347260.

lThe Free Press will honour fundraisers with a Roll of Honour listing EVERY business who pledge their support to the 2007 appeal. See future editions for further details.

Two events later this month will ensure that the appeal gets off to a flying start. Chairman of Doncaster Council Coun Norah Troops is hosting a sherry morning in the sumptious surroundings of the Mansion House on Thursday, April 26 from 10am to 12.30pm. Tickets are £5, including refreshments, and are available from thetrust by telephoning (01302) 349177. Later that evening Moby Richards and a guest artiste will perform in aid of the appeal at the Conservative Club n South Parade. Tickets, priced at £7 and including pie and peas, are available from the trust. The concert starts at 7.30pm.

Your old mobile phone can also help the cause. The trust can make an average of around £3 for the appeal for every mobile phone collected. To donate your old phone, or to ask for a skip to place in your office or workplace to collect phones, contact the trust.