A New Leaf – By Lorraine Weightman
During the 14 days I spent in the early part of last month putting up with the dreaded flu; I attempted to ease my...
Consett Coronavirus Photo Project
Consett Coronavirus Photo Project – started in March 2020 at the start of the First National Lockdown. George Ledger, a retired police officer and...
12-day Real Ale Festival in Consett
A range of real ales, including three from overseas brewers, will be available at The Company Row in Consett during its 12-day real ale...
A guide to getting yourself out of debt
When you are in debt, you may find yourself feeling stressed and unable to find a way out. Being in debt makes it harder...
Anchors Aweigh: How a Care Home Made an Elderly Sailor’s Dream Come True
Maritime aficionado, David Bickle, a resident of HC-One's Greenways Court care home in Consett, County Durham, voiced his desire to experience life at sea...
Places to Go: Rochdale
My visit to Rochdale in May 2019 was something of an experiment. I was trying to see whether this Places to Go column could...
Circle Of Life – By Lorraine Weightman
After moving back to Consett and especially over the last lockdown year I have taken up walking - very slowly at first - partly...
Back to Life – By Lorraine Weightman
With thoughts of impending Spring, we observe gardens and hedgerows around us coming back to life. And alongside the welcome lighter mornings and nights,...
Consett in Focus Photography Group – December 2023
Consett Golf Club - By Chris Bruce
Consett and District Golf Club has been in existence for more that 110 years. The course, set in...
Wetherspoon Pub Listed In The Latest Good Beer Guide 2021
A Consett pub has been acclaimed for the quality of its real ale – by members of the town’s Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA)...