Barney’s bid to win the Junior 100 ended with a narrow defeat in the final.

Hundreds of tributes have been paid to a much-loved Barnard Castle man who died suddenly this summer.

Durham County Council is to inspect a small bridge which is being used by diverted traffic after villagers warned it could become the scene of a serious accident.

From almost closing two years ago, plans are being put forward for a £200,000 upgrade for Eggleston Village Hall.