Barnard Castle are one game away from retaining their Kerridge Cup crown after winning through to next month’s final.

A one-armed golfer from Teesdale travelled to Ireland to defend his world title.

Barney secured their place in the semi-finals of the Kerridge Cup after thumping Normanby Hall by 184 runs.

A grant of almost £200,000 from the National Lottery has saved a community centre from closing.