June 21, 2026
Trainees put their backs into sheep shearing
A RANGE of training activities were put on by Utass (Upper Teesdale Agricultural Support Services) in the past month.Sessions hosted last week included sheep shearing and the safe use of…
Why small is beautiful for bonsai grower Frank
A BARNARD CASTLE man has taken some 35 years to grow a veritable forest of miniature trees.Bonsai artist Frank Smith’s back garden is a treasure trove of miniature firs, oaks,…
Sanctuary is the cat’s whiskers for Matthew
THREE rare-breed exotic kittens are proving to be a big hit with visitors to a dale animal rescue centre.The Savannah cats were adopted by Wetheriggs Animal Rescue and Conservation Centre…
Scottish crown for dale-bred Highland
A YOUNG bull from Eggleston has taken top honours in its class at the Royal Highland Show beating off a herd of Scottish rivals.It was only a beast exhibited by…
