September 27, 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…
Innovative training scheme plans more work in the dale
FOUR village venues in Teesdale enjoyed a spruce up during the past year thanks to a scheme that offers on-the-job-training for aspiring decorators.Along with village halls in Copley, Winston, Ingleton…
Animal sanctuary in limbo as bird flu crisis deepens
UNCERTAINTY surrounds the future of the dale’s last remaining animal sanctuary after it was forced to close due to an outbreak of avian flu.More than 400 birds were destroyed after…
Back of the net! Rima donates World Cup winnings to charity
A FUN sweep on the recent World Cup has provided a timely cash boost for a food bank operating in the dale.Regulars at The Old Well, in Barnard Castle, each…
MBE for Teesdale School’s executive head teacher
THE executive head teacher of Teesdale School has been awarded an MBE in the New Year Honours list.Dr Janice Gorlach led the team which turned the fortunes of the school…
