July 2, 2026
Category : News
Carolyn steps down after 25 years at Cotherstone
FOND FAREWELL: Holly and Isla present Carolyn Murtagh with a special message made using popular chocolate bars
An eye for design impresses Bishop Paul
DESIGNS by four children from Gainford Primary School appeared on the Bishop of Durham’s annual Christmas card. The Rt Revd Paul Butler visited Gainford just before then end of last…
Great news’ as 25-year lease is agreed for village play park
A NEW lease for a village playground that has been closed for more than a year could be ready to sign this month. Gainford Activity Park, situated on land owned…
New venue where emerging artists can take centre stage
TWO of Barnard Castle’s county councillors took their place in the spotlight when a new performance area at the town’s arts complex was unveiled. Cllrs Richard Bell and Ted Henderson…
Match funding joy for village’s chapel project
THE transformation of a historic chapel into a vibrant community shop, cafe and heritage centre has received a timely funding boost. The Cotherstone Old Chapel Project, has launched its second…
