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Five-year battle for village defibrillator won

Five-year battle for village defibrillator won

ByMartin PaulFeb 24, 2026

A woman’s five-year battle to get a defibrillator for her village has been achieved.

Photography exhibition raises £700 for Eggleston community groups

Photography exhibition raises £700 for Eggleston community groups

ByTeesdale MercurySep 24, 2025

Almost £700 has been raised for community groups in Eggleston during a historic photograph exhibition of the village.

Kevin Dowson’s colourful cards raise cash for charity

Kevin Dowson’s colourful cards raise cash for charity

ByAndy PottsSep 23, 2025

After 45 years as a chef, Kevin Dowson is hoping his artwork will prove a winning recipe to raise funds for cancer charities.

Plans for new play area take step forward

Plans for new play area take step forward

ByMartin PaulSep 22, 2025

A new play area and outdoor gym could be in place by next spring if Cockfield Parish Council’s plans come together in time.

Welcome to Etherley’s new village shop

Welcome to Etherley’s new village shop

ByTeesdale MercurySep 19, 2025

While villages across the dale have lost their local shop in the recent years, Etherley is bucking the trend.