June 21, 2026
Avian flu causes closure of animal rescue centre
WETHERIGGS Animal Rescue Centre has been forced to close because of a nearby outbreak of avian flu.The centre, at Greta Bridge, is on the edge of a three-kilometre protection zone…
Film star Beetle gets a makeover in Barney
BARNEY classic car restoration firm Carrosserie is bidding farewell to a “celebrity car” that enjoyed a makeover at its workshop.The 1978 VW Beetle arrived at the company’s Harmire Enterprise Park…
Captain’s armband honour for Owen
A FORMER dale resident has been appointed captain of the England Blind Football team.Owen Bainbridge, who lives in Hereford but grew up near Cockfield, earned the honour ahead of two…
Access row could hit plans for visitor centre revamp at Hamsterley Forest
AN accesss row in Hamsterley Forest could hinder the planned upgrade of the visitor centre. People living in the forest say officers did not consult them when a new road…
