A WOMAN in north Yorkshire is hoping to be reunited with the sister she never met.

Diane Pickering is looking to trace her sister, who was born in Altrincham in the 1960s.

Diane’s mum, Dorothy Dixon, lived in Oldfield Road at the time of the birth and the baby girl, who had an Irish father, was placed for adoption.

Attempts by the family to find the now 50-odd year old woman have been unsuccessful – but Diane is picking up the search.

“I know someone was looking 10 to 15 years ago and had an ad placed in a newspaper but I didn't know about this till recently, although I have always known about my sister,” said Diane.

“I know there is little to go on and I might never find her but I can try.”

Anyone who has information about Diane’s half-sister should contact the Messenger on 0161 848 5229 or email sam.editorial@messengergrp.co.uk.