A Middlesbrough FC coach from Cockfield is tackling a 100km in May challenge to raise cash for research into Motor Neurone Disease after a former Bradford City player was struck down by the condition
Owners of the popular Stables Cafe, in Barnard Castle, say they may have to close as social distancing cannot be accommodated in the access to the eaterie
Plans were unveiled this week for a “Big Barney Bounce Back” to help the town flourish after the pandemic subsides
Irresponsible dog owners have come under fire for ignoring signs not to let their pets foul the town’s rugby pitches
Tributes were paid this week to a man who made a huge contribution to the musical and cultural life of the dale
We have a letters special featuring all the reaction to Raby Estate’s plans for large housing estates to fund developments at Raby Castle
There’s an eight-page pull-out packed with pohotos showing how licked down Teesdale marked the 75th anniversary of VE Day
We’ve two pages of business listings highlighting those independent traders who are at your service during the lockdown
In sport, Barnard Castle CC has received emergency funding which will help secure its immediate future
Plus… test your general knowledge with Bob Garton’s lockdown quiz; meet illustrator Graham Willis in this week’s What’s On feature; and in Farm and Country it’s bad news for agricultural shows.
There’s also more letters, picture of the week, family notices, Remember When and lots more, all in this week’s Mercury.
