Category : News

In the footsteps of the Romans

In the footsteps of the Romans

ByTeesdale MercuryMay 4, 2025

Majestic views: Looking eastbound from Stainmore cafe car park, top, the A66 has features of note including God’s Bridge, left, and the summit marker of the old Stainmore railway line

Friend-Fest celebrates youth unity and empowerment

Friend-Fest celebrates youth unity and empowerment

ByNicky CarterApr 16, 2024

Get ready to mark your calendars and clear your schedules because on May 4, the stage is set for a day-long extravaganza of music, camaraderie, and giving back. Welcome to…

Market buzzing after win at awards

Market buzzing after win at awards

ByNicky CarterApr 15, 2024

SHOPPERS turned out in force to help traders on Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market celebrate recognition in a national awards scheme. The monthly mart was named Farmers’ Market of the Year…

One last chance to lobby for A66 ‘mitigation’ work

One last chance to lobby for A66 ‘mitigation’ work

ByMartin PaulApr 12, 2024

CAMPAIGN groups want to “mitigate” the impact of changes to the Rokeby junction when work to upgrade the A66 begins later this year. Mayor of Barnard Castle Cllr Laura Drew…

Tickets please! Book charts history of rail travel in dale

Tickets please! Book charts history of rail travel in dale

ByMartin PaulApr 11, 2024

THE complete history of the railway line from Darlington to Barnard Castle and Middleton-in-Teesdale has been documented for the first time in a new book, A Ticket to Teesdale. Co-authored…