April 13, 2026

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History society’s loss is archive’s gain

History society’s loss is archive’s gain

ByMartin PaulMay 7, 20222 min read

THE Fitzhugh Library has had its archive extended and a new entrance display installed after a local history group folded.Barnard Castle and District History Group ceased operating this year after…

Record-breaking 12 months for tree planting volunteers

Record-breaking 12 months for tree planting volunteers

ByMartin PaulMay 3, 20222 min read

MORE than 3,000 trees have been planted across the dale during the past year by an environmental group, despite having part of the year disrupted by Covid-19. Trees For Teesdale…

Mary helped overcome mental health ‘stigma’

Mary helped overcome mental health ‘stigma’

ByMartin PaulMay 2, 20222 min read

TRIBUTES have been paid to a psychiatric nurse who did much for the mental health of people in Teesdale, particularly young people. Mary Allinson, who set up the social and…

Groundwork has been a labour of love for Robert

Groundwork has been a labour of love for Robert

ByMartin PaulMay 2, 20223 min read

A POPULAR footpath has been transformed from an overgrown wilderness into a neat and colourful floral display thanks to an OAP’s three-year effort. Robert Furness travels from Eggleston each day,…