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It’s out with the old as village hall is demolished

It’s out with the old as village hall is demolished

ByNicky CarterMar 11, 2025

TORN DOWN: Upper Teesdale Community Association members Andy Goodman, Dave Garth, Richard Bell and Grace Crawford look on as contractors make quick work of the demolition of Middleton’s village hall

Lions raffle roaring success

Lions raffle roaring success

ByTeesdale MercuryDec 24, 2023

The inaugural and pilot scheme Grand Teesdale Raffle, organised by Teesdale and District Lions Club has been deemed a great success. The Lions Club organised many of the clubs and…

Barney Band’s festive concert at packed club

Barney Band’s festive concert at packed club

ByTeesdale MercuryDec 23, 2023

On a rainy Sunday December night, more than 140 guests crammed into the GSK Sports and Social Club concert hall to join Teesdale Lions Club and Barnard Castle Band for…

Groups receive £10k from The Clique

Groups receive £10k from The Clique

ByNicky CarterDec 20, 2023

A CHARITY fundraising group has handed out another £10,000 to local organisations and sports clubs. For the past 48 years, Barnard Castle-based The Clique has been raising funds in innovative…

Residents help school mark 60th birthday

Residents help school mark 60th birthday

ByNicky CarterDec 20, 2023

A DALE secondary school, celebrating its 60th anniversary, opened its doors to residents for a festive afternoon tea and entertainment. Pupils and staff at Staindrop Academy organised a community afternoon…