May 30, 2026
Restoration of popular riverside beauty spot begins
A GROUP that organises the Christmas lights in Barnard Castle has teamed up with Marwood Parish Council to tidy up a beauty spot. Vintage photographs show the bandstand in Flatts…
Helpers wanted for Staindrop’s big day
THIS year marks the 100th staging of Staindrop Carnival and organisers are hoping to make it the biggest ever. However, they say more people need to come forward to help…
Steve unveils arch artwork to celebrate Queen
VISITORS to an upper dale beauty spot are in for an unusual surprise – a massive arch made using sheep’s wool. Built by internationally-acclaimed installation artist Steve Messam the seven-metre…
Campaigners to continue A688 footpath safety drive
AFTER months of wrangling, county council officers have agreed a major footpath along a busy road is overgrown and is potentially dangerous for pedestrians to use. But they stopped short…














