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Window on the world, excerpts from Dr Fiona Hill during the unveiling…

Window on the world, excerpts from Dr Fiona Hill during the unveiling…

ByMartin PaulDec 12, 2024

The new windows in St Mary’s Parish Church, Barnard Castle, which commemorate RIchard III during its unveiling

Fight continues to rid beauty spot of invasive Himalayan balsam

Fight continues to rid beauty spot of invasive Himalayan balsam

ByMartin PaulSep 18, 2023

NINE people and a dog gave up their time to help rid a dale beauty spot of invasive Himalayan balsam. Hoards of the plants were pulled out alongside the waterways…

Modern ceiling for old hall adds warmth and cuts costs

Modern ceiling for old hall adds warmth and cuts costs

ByMartin PaulSep 17, 2023

A 96-YEAR-OLD village hall will be a much warmer and brighter place this winter thanks to new rafters and modern ceiling work. Hutton Magna Village Hall’s dark ceiling has been…

Newly-commissioned parish nurse Gladys to be based in upper dale

Newly-commissioned parish nurse Gladys to be based in upper dale

ByMartin PaulSep 16, 2023

THE first of two parish nurses to serve in Teesdale and Weardale was commissioned last week. The nurses, who are part of the Parish Nursing Ministries UK scheme, will be…

Barney’s wall of defence in tough battle earns first win

Barney’s wall of defence in tough battle earns first win

ByTeesdale MercurySep 16, 2023

Football Barnard Castle………………..1 Consett AFC Reserves…….. 0 BARNARD Castle came through a tough battle against Consett AFC reserves at the Belle Vue stadium to win their first game of the…