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Barnard Castle set for bright future as plans revealed

Barnard Castle set for bright future as plans revealed

ByMartin PaulNov 7, 2025

Barnard Castle’s high street is getting a major boost thanks to new activities, including a parkrun, an enhanced Christmas display and exciting international exhibitions planned by The Bowes Museum.

This week’s Teesdale Mercury is out now

This week’s Teesdale Mercury is out now

ByTeesdale MercuryJan 10, 2025

Making the headlines this week: A proposal for a 26-hectare solar farm on the outskirts of Barnard Castle to help power GSK is being recommended for approval Tax payers in…

Full speed ahead for Sue’s new wheelchair

Full speed ahead for Sue’s new wheelchair

ByNicky CarterJan 10, 2025

A DISABLED volunteer Scout leader was given the best Christmas gift she could have wished for – news a custom-built all-terrain wheelchair has been ordered just ten months after a…

Lucy’s feeling good after BEM in New Year’s honours

Lucy’s feeling good after BEM in New Year’s honours

ByStuart LaundyJan 9, 2025

A DALE woman’s dedication to helping people be more active in nature has been recognised. Lucy Brenkley, from Barnard Castle, has been awarded a BEM (Medallist of the Order of…

Diners tuck in to advent lunches – and raise £660

Diners tuck in to advent lunches – and raise £660

ByStuart LaundyJan 8, 2025

SWEET TREATS: Ronni Moore, Christian Aid church engagement and fundraising officer for the North East and Cumbria, MP Sam Rushworth and local Christian Aid organiser Alan Coustick tuck into mince pies at…