September 21, 2026
Category : News
Standing ovation as Alec retires from Green Lane
PASTURES NEW: Headteacher Rob Goffee interviews Alec Lees during his retirement assembly
Be vigilant against invasive Lady’s-Mantle
Many people have Garden Lady’s-mantle (Alchemilla mollis) in their garden. It’s a low growing perennial, needs little attention and has vibrant apple-green flowers with attractive kidney, or mantle, shaped leaves.…
Spotlight on 200 years of talent in Teesdale
THE exceptional talents of Teesdale people are being celebrated in the Fitzhugh Library’s latest exhibition. From sculpture and drawing to poetry and drama, the work of local people over two…
New operator sought for town centre cafe
OWNERS of a thriving family-run Barnard Castle cafe, which celebrated 32 years in business last month, are looking to hand over the baton. Stables Cafe in Horsemarket, was started in…
Story time with a difference at Gainford
CHILDREN at Gainford Primary School are honing their reading skills by relating stories to a therapy dog. Daisy and her owner Ian Cover have been visiting the school for the…
