July 7, 2026
Category : News
Award for couple ‘quietly working away in upper dale’
AN upper dale couple have been recognised for their traditional farming methods and encouraging biodiversity. Paul and Jen Johnson, from Hardword, earned the North Pennines National Landscapes’ prestigious high nature…
Citizens advice soon available weekly
PEOPLE in the upper dale will be able to access citizens advice on a weekly basis later this year following the recruitment of two new volunteers. Currently advice is offered…
The Cummings effect still being felt by town
THE Dominic Cummings effect is still being felt in Barnard Castle, say retailers who are preparing for another bumper summer holiday season. During lockdown in April 2020, the former government…
Sweet success as chapel begins its next chapter
TWO months after buying a former chapel to convert it into a community shop, cafe and heritage centre, a community benefit society has opened a mini-store. Cotherstone Old Chapel project…
Pupils run colourful gauntlet to celebrate end of term
YOUNGSTERS at Bowes Hutchinsons Primary School enjoyed an end of term treat last week taking part in the school’s first ever colour run. The event was organised by the Friends…
