May 30, 2026
Sat-nav detour from A66 near Mainsgill on Fridays is choking villages nearby
HEAVY traffic congestion through two villages on Fridays has locals fearing that emergency vehicles will not be able to reach them in times of need.Single track lanes through West Layton…
Labour of love as father and son tell Cotherstone’s story
ONE of Cotherstone’s longest living residents has teamed up with his son to produce a book about the village.David Rabbitts arrived in the village at the age of four and…
Bellringing triathlete learns the ropes of her new sport
A BELLRINGER from Barnard Castle is to take part in her first triathlon this weekend to raise cash for charity in memory of her mum.Helen Scott, who rings the bells…
Wartime poppy tribute uncovered at sports pitch in Barnard Castle
EFFORTS to beautify the borders around a football pitch have uncovered a colourful war memorial.Many people have marvelled at the work by avid gardener Robert Furness to improve the area…
