February 9, 2026

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Open mic to celebrate its 15th anniversary

Open mic to celebrate its 15th anniversary

ByMartin PaulMar 5, 20234 min read

TEESDALE’S longest running open mic marks its 15th anniversary next month. From early jamming sessions to now attracting musicians and audiences from far and wide, Butterknowle Open Mic has plenty…

Faith award honours Gainford school and church link

Faith award honours Gainford school and church link

ByMartin PaulMar 4, 20232 min read

A NATIONAL award has been presented to Gainford’s community, church and school by the Bishop of Durham.The school and church are the first in the Durham diocese to receive the…

TV star David Harper has a bash at British Empire in his…

TV star David Harper has a bash at British Empire in his…

ByMartin PaulMar 3, 20232 min read

A WEALTH of little-known facts and stories are revealed in celebrity antiques dealer David Harper’s latest book about the British Empire.It is the second book by the Whorlton resident who…

Farewell to Barnard Castle priest ‘Rev Sarah’ as she heads to pastures…

Farewell to Barnard Castle priest ‘Rev Sarah’ as she heads to pastures…

ByMartin PaulFeb 10, 20234 min read

A POPULAR priest who helped guide Barnard Castle through the coronavirus pandemic will be bidding the town farewell next month.The Revd Sarah Cliff arrived as curate to St Mary’s Church…