FORMER England international footballer Dave Thomas has set himself a new goal – to raise £100,000 for the charity Guide Dogs UK.Mr Thomas’ sight has progressively deteriorated since he was…

THE full plans to repurpose heritage buildings and develop the park and gardens at Raby Castle have been revealed.The scheme, which has been named The Rising, will take about two…

PROPOSALS to turn a landmark building into a wedding venue and spa have been cast aside, councillors heard.Instead, Raby Estates will market the Grade I listed Gainford Hall as residential…

A DALE police officer was one of three from the County Durham force to cycle 180 miles to commemorate fellow officers who have died while protecting the public.Insp Ed Turner,…