July 16, 2026
High energy bills forces hall to think solar
SOARING energy costs have forced a village hall group to launch a fundraising drive to install solar panels. Butterknowle Village Hall committee needs £26,000 to buy 30 solar panels and…
Appeal for helping hands
A RIDING For The Disabled group is looking for people who are willing to give up an hour of their week to help out. The Richmond and Catterick group, which…
Ex-footballer Dave scores £100,000 goal
FORMER England footballer Dave Thomas has reached a £100,000 fundraising milestone for the Guide Dogs charity. The Lartington resident, who has glaucoma, has been raising cash since he began his…
Viking bloodline and a busy brain help Annie reach 100
A BARNARD Castle centenarian attributes her longevity to a Viking bloodline. Annie Hutchinson celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday and along with a large family party at the Morritt Hotel,…
