October 23, 2026
Category : News
Probe into parish council cost taxpayers £60,000
An investigation into claims of bullying, assault and unlawful use of public funds in a rural village cost Durham County Council more than £60,000.
Lack of ‘lollipop’ puts children’s lives at risk
A DALE primary school on the busy A68 needs someone to ensure children can safely cross the road. Toft Hill Primary School has been without a crossing – “lollipop” –…
Little Caleb’s health battle inspires fundraising effort
THE plight of a dale toddler who underwent lifesaving surgery on the day he was born has inspired his dad to tackle a cycle marathon to raise money for the…
Make our village blooming great’
GREEN-fingered volunteer gardeners who have taken to tidying up overgrown areas of Gainford have launched their own “In Bloom” contest. The newly formed Gainford In Bloom group, with the support…
Upcycled holiday park is on the right track
A NEW holiday park built entirely from reclaimed materials is proving a hit, attracting the likes of TV personality Robson Green and celebrity chef Ryan Riley. High Farm Holiday Park,…
