November 10, 2026
New survey into how rural business coped with crisis
FARMERS and operators of other rural businesses are being asked how they are dealing with Covid-19 as part of a major new survey.There is little research about how small firms…
Stubborn last wicket stand denies Barney a first victory
BARNARD CASTLE CRICKET CLUBBARNEY were denied their first win of the season on Saturday by Thornaby’s last wicket pair. In 16 defiant overs a match they looked to have in…
Peace rose to commemorate pandemic
A HYBRID peace rose has been planted on Hutton Magna’s green to mark the first anniversary of the first coronavirus lockdown, thanks to a thoughtful villager.Bill Brophy felt he had…
Police raid property in Teesdale after birds poisoned
TWO men are helping police with their enquiries after two birds of prey were found dead in Teesdale.Last Wednesday morning Barnard Castle Police, the RSPB, Natural England and the National…
