February 24, 2026

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Former Barney mayor explains why he refused to resign

Former Barney mayor explains why he refused to resign

ByTeesdale MercuryMay 30, 2021

FORMER Barney mayor John Blissett has revealed why he resisted calls to resign in the wake of an industrial tribunal judgement.Mr Blissett, who this month failed in his bid to…

Giving pupils their say proves a shrewd investment for Gainford school

Giving pupils their say proves a shrewd investment for Gainford school

ByStuart LaundyMay 29, 2021

INVOLVING pupils in decisions which affect the running of their school has earned a dale primary recognition in a national award scheme.In recent months, youngsters at Gainford Primary School have…

Rehabilitation centre at dale animal shelter would help native wildlife

Rehabilitation centre at dale animal shelter would help native wildlife

ByMartin PaulMay 28, 2021

AN animal shelter has ambitious plans for a new rehabilitation centre after rescuing and releasing more than 100 hedgehogs in the past year.Among the many injured or struggling animals that…

£200,000 bid for Cotherstone community hub

£200,000 bid for Cotherstone community hub

ByStuart LaundyMay 28, 2021

RESIDENTS in a dale village are being asked to buy into ambitious £200,000 plans to turn a former chapel into a cafe, shop and heritage centre.A group of Cotherstone villagers…

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