February 8, 2026

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Musical maverick warms up for gig 5,000 with show in Barnard Castle

Musical maverick warms up for gig 5,000 with show in Barnard Castle

ByStuart LaundyMar 14, 20222 min read

LOCKDOWN gave maverick musician John Otway a taste of what life would be like if he was forced to give up gigging.“It was horrid. I don’t want to stop this…

Tough start for Barningham as cricket fixtures are posted

Tough start for Barningham as cricket fixtures are posted

ByStuart LaundyMar 12, 20222 min read

Darlington and District Cricket LeagueBARNINGHAM CC face an unenviable trip to defending champions Haughton when the new season starts on April 23.With just over a month before the first round…

Dave steps into ring to deal cancer a knock-out blow

Dave steps into ring to deal cancer a knock-out blow

ByStuart LaundyMar 6, 20223 min read

A DALE football manager is to swap the dug-out for the boxing ring as he aims to raise cash for charity.Dave Short has never boxed before – but has signed…

Calls for single file system on Startforth danger road

Calls for single file system on Startforth danger road

ByStuart LaundyMar 4, 20222 min read

AN innovative plan has been put forward in an effort to improve safety for road users and pedestrians in Startforth.The planned upgrade of the A66 has prompted concerns among residents…