February 5, 2026

Image Not Found

Image

This week’s paper is out now

Making the headlines this week…

Angry Barney businesses lose trade during repeated power cuts;

Lack of ‘lollipop’ crossing patrol putting Toft Hill children’s lives at risk;

Annie marks 100th birthday, attributes Viking blood to her longevity;

Whorlton Hall four sentenced for ill-treatment of vulnerable patients;

Tributes paid to jeweller with a heart of gold;

Scheme launched to tackle rural crime;

Meet the wildlife photographer with a sharp sense of focus;

Animal sanctuary to move after bird flu battle

Plus readers’ letters, a full events guide listing, community news, puzzles and sport!