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This week’s edition of the TM

This week’s edition of the TM

ByTeesdale MercuryFeb 7, 20231 min read

This week’s Teesdale Mercury… Stand-off between Defra and bird of prey breeder over avian flu.Fundraising appeal in memory of Joseph.Barney FC into the semis.Proposals for large campsite at Hamsterley.It’s farewell…

Mountain man Chris Wright succeeds in Montane Spine Race aged 60

Mountain man Chris Wright succeeds in Montane Spine Race aged 60

ByTeesdale MercuryFeb 6, 20232 min read

A MOUNTAIN rescue team volunteer is celebrating after finishing the arduous 268-mile Montane Spine Race at age 60.It took Chris Wright more than six days to complete the challenge which…

Jive sets his sights on the future after sporting career is saved

Jive sets his sights on the future after sporting career is saved

ByTeesdale MercuryFeb 5, 20232 min read

A CHAMPION agility dog from the dale has had his sporting career saved thanks to specialist medical intervention.Jive, a six-year-old border collie from Eggleston, has been invited to Team GB…

Robson Green hails ‘stunning’ Teesdale on BBC Two programme

Robson Green hails ‘stunning’ Teesdale on BBC Two programme

ByTeesdale MercuryFeb 4, 20232 min read

BBC TWO programme Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes has dedicated a full episode to showcase the best of Teesdale. Aired on BBC TWO on Monday at 6.30pm, the 30-minute show takes…