An anniversary memorial service date has been set for a 15-year-old who died last year. 

Micala Trussler has invited members of the community to join herself, family and friends to remember her daughter Holly Newton in a ceremony at Hexham Abbey on Saturday, January 27 at 11am.

A teenager was arrested following the incident and the hearing date is set for January 24 at Newcastle Crown Court.

Those who can not make the ceremony can lay flowers at the band stand at Sele park or light a candle in the Abbey.

Micala said: "At 11am on Saturday, January 27 everyone is welcome to join our family and friends of Holly Newton in an act of remembrance at Hexham Abbey to mark one year since Holly was tragically killed in the centre of the town. 

"A moment of silent reflection will be followed by some words from Curate Henry Hope and tributes from myself and friends.

"Attendees are welcome to light a candle and there will be the opportunity to dedicate special purple stars in Holly’s memory as part of the Abbey's Stars for Eternity installation, which will be open to the public from the beginning of February until the autumn.

"For those unable to attend, stars can be dedicated in the Abbey between now and Tuesday, January 30  and candles can be lit in the Abbey in Holly’s memory at any time during normal opening hours. 

"Anyone that feels unable to attend the Abbey or can’t at that time but would still like to leave a tribute can do so by leaving flowers etc at the bandstand. 

"Thank you again for all of your support and kindness."                

Mayor of Hexham Derek Kennedy adds: "“It’s a year ago when the shocking demise of Holly Newton took place on the streets of Hexham.

"This event shook the town to the core. The British media descended on to our quiet Market Town to find out how we all felt after the attack.

"We all feel for Holly’s family and friends  and the pain they have gone through as they grieve this loss. Hexham remembers Holly at a special service.”