May 19, 2026
Dales People: Boyhood dream turned into thriving business
FORTY-nine years ago, a 14-year-old boy, with the help of his family, started to build a garage and petrol station in his home village of Mickleton.Now 63-year-old David Hutchinson proudly…
David pots his way to Wanderers’ Winter Trophy success
SnookerTHE Wanderers Snooker Club, in Barnard Castle, staged the finals of the Winter Tournament on Sunday, February 20.Last year’s competitions didn’t take place due to Covid restrictions, so a record…
Mamma Mia! It’s the leaning tower of pasta
CHILDREN at Gainford Primary School rounded off an Italian themed day of learning by making delicious pizzas.Class Wear wore the colours of the Italian flag or costumes associated with the…
BCS 1st XV aims for national schools cup glory
School rugbyBARNARD Castle School’s 1st XV are preparing for their first National Schools Cup semi-final since 2014.Barney will take on Kirkham Grammar School, near Preston, today, Friday, with the winner…
