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Making the headlines this week:

Bowes campaigners’ plea to keep Postie Paul doesn’t persuade Royal Mail,

Celebrated botanist gets honorary degree,

Ex-footballers help Doug reach his cancer charity target,

Old chapel begins new life as a community cafe;

Woodland show returns after last year’s success,

Tractor enthusiasts descend on Bowes, Parish must raise £100k for church repairs,

Riverside bench planned in memory of popular ex-mayor,

Meet all the MP hopefuls for Bishop Auckland,

Please for help inspires display on Methodism,

Plus readers’ letters, full events guide, puzzles, weekly quiz, sport and much more…