A renewed planning application has been submitted to retain a controversial polytunnel and shepherd’s hut in Cockfield.

Four lower dale parish councils are banding together to potentially campaign for 40mph buffer zones at the entrances of their villages.

The glasses are more than half full following the successful launch of Barnard Castle’s new wine bar.

An “unbelievable” incident where a driver not only sped past two horse riders but also blared his horn, has led to renewed calls for safety awareness.