May 14, 2026
Andrew’s ‘cha cha’ chance at the glitterball
A STARTFORTH theatre nurse will swap his scrubs for sequins next month when he steps onto the dance floor in a “strictly” glittering charity event. By his own admission Andrew…
Six months of success for farmers’ market
SIX months after launching, Middleton-in-Teesdale Farmer’s Market organiser Naomi Katze couldn’t be happier. The monthly market, held at the village’s Auction Mart, has proved to be a big hit with…
Couple go ‘walkies’ for charity
A STAINDROP couple set themselves a two-month walking challenge to boost donations to two charities that are close to their hearts. Husband and wife Graham and Laura Willis each set…
Staging a return after flood drama
RESTORATION of an historic dale theatre should be completed by early next year, 12 months after being severely damaged by water. The Academy Theatre in Gainford was hit when a…














