June 20, 2026
Ian’s swift action to boost bird numbers
A FORMER prison officer’s plans to make Barnard Castle a haven for swifts has taken flight. Ian Graystone has won support from the town council in his ambition to increase…
Biggest fundraiser is a lifeline for dale church
TEESDALE’S largest car boot sale returns this month after being cancelled for the past two years because of the pandemic. Started almost three decades ago, Thwaite Hall car boot sale…
Cost of living crisis starts to bite at animal sanctuary
THE dale’s largest animal sanctuary is no longer taking in rescued wild birds because of fears over avian flu. Wetheriggs Animal Rescue and Conservation centre operator Terry Bowes says wild…
Eco-club to show off upcycled craft items
ITEMS created by young people using upcycled materials are to be showcased at a festival this weekend. Members of the TCR Hub’s eco-club, at Shaw Bank, Barnard Castle have been…














