May 20, 2026
Barry gets down on one knee as golden couple renew their vows
CHILDHOOD sweethearts renewed vows in an intimate ceremony ahead of their golden wedding anniversary this month.Barry and Barbara Parker, from Barnard Castle, first met and fell in love when they…
Old gas house to supply eco energy to Raby Castle
PROPOSALS have been drawn up to convert a historic building that was first used to supply gas, and then electric, to Raby Castle into an energy centre.The grade II-listed Gas…
Farmer William serves up plenty of food for thought
PUPILS at Cotherstone Primary School know a lot more about the food they eat after being visited by Piercebridge farmer William Maughan.Mr Maughan brought along his tractor and a range…
In these times of crisis, we need the arts more than ever’
In our final look at the Highlights Rural Touring Scheme, director Kate Lynch looks back over three months of unique arts events I SAT in Cotherstone Village Hall on a…
