July 9, 2026
Category : News
End of an era as family-run store prepares to close after more…
AN historic upper dale shop is closing after more than a century of trading. Known as “not just a hardware shop” , J Raine & Son, in Middleton-in-Teesdale, is to…
Just one penalty in five years for dog fouling in Barnard Castle
BARNARD Castle town councillors say they are disappointed but not surprised to learn that only one fine has been issued for dog fouling in the past five years.They want their…
Open mic to celebrate its 15th anniversary
TEESDALE’S longest running open mic marks its 15th anniversary next month. From early jamming sessions to now attracting musicians and audiences from far and wide, Butterknowle Open Mic has plenty…
Faith award honours Gainford school and church link
A NATIONAL award has been presented to Gainford’s community, church and school by the Bishop of Durham.The school and church are the first in the Durham diocese to receive the…
TV star David Harper has a bash at British Empire in his…
A WEALTH of little-known facts and stories are revealed in celebrity antiques dealer David Harper’s latest book about the British Empire.It is the second book by the Whorlton resident who…
