November 8, 2026
Mum and daughter triumph in Startforth lights competition
A STARTFORTH woman with a rare eye condition which makes her extremely sensitive to light has won first place in a village Christmas contest.Mother and daughter Lynn Adamson and Joanne…
Santa drops in on Startforth’s Christmas party
YOUNGSTERS in Startforth enjoyed an early visit from Father Christmas when they attended a festive party organised by the parish council.The party, at the village’s community centre, couldn’t be held…
Shortlist for business awards includes ‘legends of lockdown’
AFTER receiving more than 150 nominations, the organisers of Teesdale Business Awards 2021, have revealed the shortlist.The Teesdale Business Awards, run by Enterprise House, give recognition to Teesdale businesses, individuals…
Friends come up with purr-fect present for birthday boy Dylan
A KIND hearted youngster with a lifelong love of felines asked for cat food donations instead of presents when he celebrated his sixth birthday last week.Dylan Peacock, from Startforth, has…
