July 24, 2026
Category : News
Bid for illuminated signs for new village store refused
A request to install illuminated hand-painted signs on a Grade-II listed building in Staindrop has been refused. Theepan Rasalingam had previously been granted permission by Durham County Council to convert…
Couple go ‘walkies’ for charity
A STAINDROP couple set themselves a two-month walking challenge to boost donations to two charities that are close to their hearts. Husband and wife Graham and Laura Willis each set…
Art and fashion blend in new Westwood show
AN exciting mix of art and fashion is showcased in The Bowes Museum’s latest exhibition which examines the inspiration behind many of fashion designer Vivienne Westwood’s ensembles. Framing Fashion: Art…
Keeping a weather eye out…
As winter approaches, the Teesdale Mercury’s forecaster Ken Cook reflects on the science and reveals how two men with north-east connections played a part in the way we tell the…
New taxi service so dogs can go walkies
AN enterprising dog walker is offering a unique pet taxi service this winter. Daniel Dean, who started his dog walking business in the summer, has teamed up with his parents…
