February 7, 2026

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Viking bloodline and a busy brain help Annie reach 100

Viking bloodline and a busy brain help Annie reach 100

ByMartin PaulJan 30, 20242 min read

A BARNARD Castle centenarian attributes her longevity to a Viking bloodline. Annie Hutchinson celebrated her 100th birthday on Sunday and along with a large family party at the Morritt Hotel,…

Records broken in gruelling race

Records broken in gruelling race

ByMartin PaulJan 28, 20242 min read

THE threat of severe weather in Teesdale led to records being smashed in the gruelling 2024 Winter Spine Race. The annual challenge sees competitors follow the 268 miles along the…

Dream comes true for rider Charlotte

Dream comes true for rider Charlotte

ByMartin PaulJan 27, 20242 min read

A DALE horse-rider has achieved her childhood dream by not only performing at the London International Horse Show (formerly known as Olympia), but also winning her class earlier this month.…

Upcycled holiday park is on the right track

Upcycled holiday park is on the right track

ByMartin PaulJan 24, 20245 min read

A NEW holiday park built entirely from reclaimed materials is proving a hit, attracting the likes of TV personality Robson Green and celebrity chef Ryan Riley. High Farm Holiday Park,…