February 8, 2026

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Award recognises Hamish’s dedication to forestry work

Award recognises Hamish’s dedication to forestry work

ByMartin PaulNov 27, 20233 min read

A FORMER head forester for Raby Estates, whose work has influenced forestry practice across the globe, has been honoured with a top award. Hamish Jeffrey, who worked for the estate…

Family and friends raise £14k in memory of Sophie

Family and friends raise £14k in memory of Sophie

ByMartin PaulNov 26, 20233 min read

A HEART-BROKEN family has raised more than £14,000 in memory of their daughter by completing a gruelling 10km run. Charles and Lindsey Hall, along with son Cameron, finished the Leeds…

Tarmacked cobbles listed as ‘irreplaceable’

Tarmacked cobbles listed as ‘irreplaceable’

ByMartin PaulNov 22, 20232 min read

AN ancient area of cobbles in Staindrop is among 28 structures that could be officially recognised as a valuable part of the village heritage. The cobbles have long been a…

Moji hits the ground running at Gainford

Moji hits the ground running at Gainford

ByMartin PaulNov 21, 20232 min read

A FORMER lawyer who has worked across three continents has been appointed curate at St Mary’s Church, in Gainford. As well as Gainford, Revd Moji Jaiyesimi, will help vicar Revd…