The front page this week
The front page this week

This week’s paper is out and here's a selection of some of the headlines:

Closure of bridge is “catastrophic” for Teesdale pub.

Arsonist jailed over Middleton fire.

Long-lost relic re-emerges.

Public meeting over cutback to Richardson Hospital.

Darts player Kirstie is aiming for the top flight.

Curry house wins its battle over cocktail bar plans.

Village is being left in the internet slow lane.

Charity walk to help support victims of ‘horrible disease’.

Town charities save tens of thousands of pounds with new energy deal.

Ex-England star is Back at Barney.

Heritage Open Days – preview.

Village must spend £20,000 or lose it.

£200 fines for people flouting village green bylaw.

Volunteers needed to keep Gainford post office alive.

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