July 8, 2026
Category : News
Vital Cockfield farm plans get go-ahead
A plea to keep a “vital” polytunnel and shepherd’s hut to secure the future of a Cockfield farm has been supported.
Fresh hold-up for £32m Hamsterley Forest plans
The Environment Agency has reiterated its objection to a £32million tourism development at Hamsterley Forest.
Anger over ’embarrassing’ eyesore entrance to Barnard Castle
A housing developer has been accused of dragging its feet in cleaning up an ‘eyesore’ entrance to Barnard Castle.
Leah Hobson’s new chapter in animal adventures
Local author, illustrator and lifestyle coach Leah Hobson is set to launch her fourth children’s book, drawing inspiration from a familiar herd of four-legged residents.
Power firm pledges to restore Newbiggin’s green
A row over contractors using a village green to dump materials and waste on has taken a new twist.
