July 31, 2026
Category : News
Giving ancient sport a much-needed lift
A farmer’s fascination with the art of stone-lifting led to a search for forgotten boulders used in the sport across Teesdale. Reporter Nicky Carter spoke to Calum Stott about his…
In your Mercury this week…
Making the news this week… Officials at Raby castle CC have launched an online appeal as part of ambitious £200,000 plans to improve facilities at the club The state of…
Vince’s Mont Blanc trek to say ‘thank you’
A CANCER survivor is tackling a 130km Alpine trek amid soaring temperatures in France to raise funds for NHS. Cotherstone resident and self-employed travel consultant Vince Bendin was diagnosed with…
Success on a plate for mobile Butty Market
ONE month after launching a meals on wheels service for residents in Teesdale, owner of Barnard Castle-based The Butty Market, Nicola Stephenson, says she is delighted with the response. She…
Sheep may safely graze thanks to fencing donation for Demesnes
A DONATION of 100 fence posts has ensured a Friends group can continue to graze animals on a hay meadow, home to an abundant range of rare plants. Members of…
