THE annual fireworks display on Looe seafront on New Year's Eve has been saved.

There was much disappointment expressed when its cancellation was announced by the town council.

This was due to there being no one to take on the organisation and fundraising from previous organiser Michaela Powell, who had stood down.

Deputy mayor Armand Toms and Susan Pengelly are heading a group of local people who are determined to make the fireworks an even bigger event to herald in 2013.

Volunteers are being sought to help on the night and for a special community event the following morning for the clean up.

Donations are being sought for the £3,000 needed to be raised and fundraising has started.

Anyone willing to help or donate can contact cllr Toms at [email protected]">[email protected]