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Church’s link with arts centre continues to thrive

Church’s link with arts centre continues to thrive

ByMartin PaulFeb 18, 2025

CHURCH anniversary: Location paster for the Influence Church Maddie Foster is celebrating the third anniversary of her association with The Witham in Barnard Castle

Tarmacked cobbles listed as ‘irreplaceable’

Tarmacked cobbles listed as ‘irreplaceable’

ByMartin PaulNov 22, 2023

AN ancient area of cobbles in Staindrop is among 28 structures that could be officially recognised as a valuable part of the village heritage. The cobbles have long been a…

Campaign boost to save Tudor tapestry treasure

Campaign boost to save Tudor tapestry treasure

ByNicky CarterNov 22, 2023

FUNDRAISING campaign to raise £1m to save an important Tudor treasure for the nation has received a boost with £200,000 pledged from the Art Fund. One of the finest tapestries…

Moji hits the ground running at Gainford

Moji hits the ground running at Gainford

ByMartin PaulNov 21, 2023

A FORMER lawyer who has worked across three continents has been appointed curate at St Mary’s Church, in Gainford. As well as Gainford, Revd Moji Jaiyesimi, will help vicar Revd…

Highlights debut for singer-songwriter Katie

Highlights debut for singer-songwriter Katie

ByTeesdale MercuryNov 21, 2023

Acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist Katie Spencer is making her Highlights Rural Touring debut at The Scarth Memorial Hall, Staindrop, on Thursday, December 7. She has previously performed at the world-renowned…