April 11, 2026

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PC Dave’s passion was for policing the dale

PC Dave’s passion was for policing the dale

ByMartin PaulJan 10, 20243 min read

A POPULAR police officer who has served Teesdale for more than 15 years is handing in his warrant card today. PC David Williamson, who covered a large area from Woodland…

£1,800 raised in memory of ‘inspirational’ Margaret

£1,800 raised in memory of ‘inspirational’ Margaret

ByMartin PaulJan 7, 20242 min read

A COFFEE morning in memory of an inspirational upper dale woman has raised more than £1,800 for cancer research fundraisers. Margaret Thompson, who continued to impress friends and family with…

An eye for design impresses Bishop Paul

An eye for design impresses Bishop Paul

ByMartin PaulJan 6, 20242 min read

DESIGNS by four children from Gainford Primary School appeared on the Bishop of Durham’s annual Christmas card. The Rt Revd Paul Butler visited Gainford just before then end of last…

Farmers’ big brekky boosts funds

Farmers’ big brekky boosts funds

ByMartin PaulDec 25, 20231 min read

TWO farmers’ breakfasts in support of the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) proved to be sell-out successes. The annual events, at Sam Turner and Sons, near Piercebridge, are a highlight…