The owners of a County Durham bar claim they are the victims of a “malicious hoax” following an alleged assault.

Set in 1880 on a desolate stretch of railway line, The Signalman, adapted from Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story, offers a compelling and atmospheric evening of theatre.

Barnard Castle Rugby club have appointed a new president and director of rugby to drive their ambition forward.

Keep it in the town is the message from Barnard Castle’s independent retailers.