July 5, 2026
Category : News
Celebrating the legacy of our dad, Lonnie
Lonnie Donegan, king of skiffle, was one of the most influential musicians in British rock and roll history. Editor Stuart Laundy spoke to his son Peter who, together with older…
Confusion over who looks after village play area
WORKING out exactly who is responsible for the swings and roundabouts has proved to be anything but child’s play for parish councillors. Members of Startforth Parish Council have become increasingly…
Village plans fun ‘lamb national’
A DALE village’s traditional carnival will move to a new venue this year and will have a new name to boot. For more than 20 years, Eggleston Carnival has been…
Classic car show is revving up
BUILDING on the success of the previous three events, the popular Classic and Retro Car Show returns to Barnard Castle two months earlier than in previous years. This year the…
We Will Rock You hits right notes
PUPILS from three dale primary schools were treated to a sneak peak of on-stage action when the cast of Teesdale School’s latest high-quality production, We Will Rock You, school edition,…
