GREEN-fingered volunteer gardeners who have taken to tidying up overgrown areas of Gainford have launched their own “In Bloom” contest. The newly formed Gainford In Bloom group, with the support…

THE first phase of two projects to reduce metal pollution from abandoned lead and zinc mines near Middleton-in-Teesdale has been completed. The new measures, which include building 300m of new…

TWO farmers’ breakfasts in support of the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI) proved to be sell-out successes. The annual events, at Sam Turner and Sons, near Piercebridge, are a highlight…

A FARMER’s novel idea is proving to be a recipe for success with Christmas shoppers in Teesdale keen to serve up sumptuous platters this festive season. Oak serving boards of…