August 2, 2026
Category : News
Fundraising efforts pay for extra heart-start machines
EVERYONE in Cotherstone is now within quick access of an emergency heart-start machine thanks to a collaboration of thoughtful residents, the village’s parish council and its two county councillors. Initially…
Concerns raised over The Witham’s cash plea
TOWN councillors say bosses of Barnard Castle’s arts centre have got their “begging bowl out again” just five years after people donated nearly £50,000 to keep the venue afloat.The Witham…
Legends to appear at The Witham in Barnard Castle
BARNEY’S arts centre is to host a veritable list of legends of theatre, music and sport in the coming months.Big named stars who have performed at venues across the world…
Mow your own grass, council tells schools
SCHOOLS across Teesdale have been given three months’ notice that Durham County Council will cease to maintain their grounds.The move comes at a time when there is a dire shortage…
Proposals for 40 homes at Shaw Bank, Barnard Castle
HOUSING developments proposed for Teesdale, including a scheme to build up to 40 homes in Barnard Castle, have been disclosed.A freedom of information request by the Teesdale Mercury has revealed…
