August 1, 2026
Category : News
Gaunless Valley’s ‘people’s priest’ bids a fond farewell
FROM the battlefields of Iraq and Bosnia to ministering on Cockfield Fell, Revd Brian Whitley, the vicar for the Gaunless Valley, has led an interesting life. Sadly, however, the popular…
All aboard – it’s full steam ahead for Thorpe Light Railway
A POPULAR miniature Teesdale railway fires up this weekend with the first in a series of six open afternoons.Volunteers at Thorpe Light Railway are looking forward to welcoming visitors for…
Filmmaker Phoebe’s latest production tackles ‘spiking’ controversy
A BARNEY filmmaker’s latest project delves into the terrifying world of people being spiked on a night out.Spiked, a film of about eight minutes, is the second project Phoebe Lorenz…
Inspirational Sue bids farewell to the classroom after 23 years
STAFF and pupils bade a fond farewell to a much-loved, inspirational deputy headmistress last week when Sue Scaife retired after 23 years teaching at Bowes Hutchinson Primary School.A special assembly,…
Hopes high for re-opening of improved Gainford play park
A PLAY park which has been closed for a year and a half could be re-opening soon after a long-term lease was secured.Gainford Activity Park (GAP) could be welcoming children…
