The oldest independent shop still in operation in Middleton-in-Teesdale is preparing for a significant anniversary next year.

Northumbrian Water is set to invest £6.9m in Selset Reservoir.

A striking floral transformation is welcoming visitors to Raby this summer as Castle in Bloom brings colour, texture and scent to the historic building and its grounds.

Barnard Castle’s talented artists are taking centre stage at The Witham this month with the latest exhibition from Barnard Castle and Teesdale Art Society.