A Hebburn florist - who temporarily turned her shop into a community food bank - is looking forward to seeing her business bloom again.
Kind-hearted Darren Murphy is hoping his festive alter ego will help raise funds for charity as he takes on the role of Santa Claus in the run up to Christmas.
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