September 19, 2026
Category : News
Barnard Castle will get permanent banking hub
A permanent banking hub will be established in Barnard Castle “in a matter of months”, ending strong rumours to the contrary.
Ryan and Gunner are top dogs at Crufts
A DOG lover from Middleton-in-Teesdale is celebrating after winning a title on his debut appearance at the world’s greatest dog show, Crufts. When ten-year-old Ryan Raine stepped into the arena…
Probe after firearm discharged in Staindrop
AN investigation is underway after a firearm was discharged outside a property in Staindrop. At about 9.20pm on Friday, March 29, a vehicle pulled up outside an address in Grice Court…
Regional mayor ‘must represent everyone’
THE road to becoming North East mayor brought candidates to a chilly Barnard Castle on Friday night. An audience of about 40 was on hand to hear four of the…
Swan swims daily
THE Bowes Museum’s iconic 250-year-old, life-sized Silver Swan, resumed daily performances this week after being static since 2020. It marks the end of a major restoration and conservation project consisting…
