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Barnard Castle’s Witham stages comeback

Barnard Castle’s Witham stages comeback

ByMartin PaulJul 23, 2025

Increased income and footfall have turned around the fortunes of Barnard Castle’s popular arts centre.

Sweet tweets make up a symphony of song

Sweet tweets make up a symphony of song

ByTeesdale MercuryMay 6, 2024

Sunday was National Dawn Chorus Day when UK birdsong reaches its crescendo. Barnard Castle birdwatcher Andrew Lapworth explains what to listen out for… The Royal Society for the Protection of…

Staindrop salon is a cut above

Staindrop salon is a cut above

ByNicky CarterMay 5, 2024

STYLISTS at a Staindrop salon are celebrating after being told they are in the running for glory at a national industry competition. Heart Hairdressing, owned by Gemma Potts, has been…

Charity ball in memory of ‘Tiny’

Charity ball in memory of ‘Tiny’

ByMartin PaulMay 4, 2024

TWO community fundraising groups are teaming up to put on a charity ball in memory of a popular Army veteran. Dubbed Tiny’s Event, the ball at Greta Bridge’s Morritt Hotel…

A cracking day (and knight) for historians

A cracking day (and knight) for historians

ByStuart LaundyMay 2, 2024

THE intricacies of dressing for battle were among the highlights when history buffs gathered for the Northern Dales Richard III Group study day. A sell-out audience sat spellbound as re-enactors…