April 7, 2026

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Riverside vandals rip out beauty spot bench

Riverside vandals rip out beauty spot bench

ByStuart LaundyMar 5, 20242 min read

LATE evening visitors to a riverside beauty spot decided they wanted to get closer to the water’s edge to sit round a campfire. So they ripped out a newly-installed bench…

You’ve been warned – town council to get tough on Demesnes vandals

You’ve been warned – town council to get tough on Demesnes vandals

ByStuart LaundyMar 4, 20242 min read

DRIVERS who deliberately cause damage to a Barnard Castle beauty spot will be hit in the pocket. Town councillors have declared “enough is enough” with thrill seekers performing “doughnuts” on…

Donate a coat, spread the warmth and help vital services for the…

Donate a coat, spread the warmth and help vital services for the…

ByStuart LaundyFeb 24, 20242 min read

STAFF and volunteers at a Barnard Castle charity shop are calling on customers to support a winter warmth campaign by donating a coat. Age UK is asking supporters to bring…

Changes allow for six birds

Changes allow for six birds

ByStuart LaundyFeb 19, 20242 min read

“RESPONSIBLE” owners of poultry are to be allowed to keep up to six birds on their plot at village allotments. Changes to the current tenancy agreement for gardeners at Gainford…