Some of the headlines making this week’s paper, which also includes a 16-page farming pullout:
A major fundraising drive is being launched by The Witham to make it financially secure and residents are to be asked what events they want to see at the venue.
Jail for serial offender after making threats to kill.
It’s a Knockout – pictures from Saturday’s fun in Barnard Castle.
Campaigners who saved open space in town now work to turn vision into reality.
Book deal for author with tragic tale to tell.
Hit-and-run tractor incident leads to plea to farmers.
HGV permit scheme wins backing at public meeting – but neighbouring Staindrop objects to relief road bid.
Water company fined for sewage offences.
Teddy is the star on CBeebies.
‘Betrayal’ over rail footpath plan.
Business – Firkin Alley pub reopens.
Fundraiser to help tackle suicide in young men eight years after family’s tragedy.
SPORT – dale cycling road race will be a first for the North East.
Plus letters, community news and puzzles, arts and much more.