Bid to revive old pig breed from DNA so we can enjoy “authentic” Cumberland sausages – and your chance to win a family portrait session with a top photographer

What’s making the headlines in this week’s Teesdale Mercury…

Bradley Lowery’s charity picks Teesdale youngster as its first child to support.

Win a fine art family portrait by a top photographer.

Shortlist announced for this year’s Pride of Teesdale Award.

Bid to revive old pig breed from its DNA so we can enjoy “authentic” Cumberland sausages.

Hill farmers ‘face financial woe’ after latest government error.

It’s panto time in Cotherstone – picture special.

Inquest hears of woman’s tragic death at home.

Many hands make light work for The Hub.

Photos, report and results from Middleton show.

Authorities say people in Newsham are ruining their own village.

Plus letters, community news, what’s on, sport and much more.