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Kate Osborne, MP for Jarrow and Gateshead East, with descendants of the Jarrow Marchers outside of Number 10 Downing Street.

Great-niece of Jarrow Marchers marks the anniversary at Downing Street

King Street

New charity shop opens on King Street, South Shields

South Tyneside’s Reform administration has more options available than Labour councillors had previously.

How to check if you're eligible for help with everyday expenses

The Alley, formerly known as The Jester, has gone up for sale for a guide price of £180,000.

Former pub with planning permission to build flats goes up for sale

All these pets at Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter are searching for a home.

These 15 North East cats and dogs searching for their forever homes

The Metro is just one part of a transport system that also includes buses and trains, with all services needing to work together as one integrated network.

Nexus seeks five new engineers to strengthen Metro team

The hub is on Gordon Street

Drop in event for families to meet SEND support teams in person

Headteacher Tina Murphy and pupils at Holy Trinity Church of England Academy are celebrating their Ofsted success.

‘All pupils are treasured’ - School receives top praise from Ofsted

Photo: South Tyneside Council.

Recycling changes for South Tyneside businesses

The case was heard at Newcastle Crown Court.

Teen feared he would be stabbed by armed thug who tried to rob bike

Rogue e-scooter riders continue to be a problem for communities in South Tyneside

South Tyneside Council targets e-scooter safety in schools

Police have made three arrests as part of an investigation into modern slavery in South Tyneside, Newcastle and Gateshead.

Arrest made in Boldon as part of a modern slavery investigation

Crime

Police have made eight arrests in South Tyneside as part of Operation Impact.

Eight arrests as police seize drugs, weapons and cash

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

South Tyneside shoplifter has been banned from more than 11,000 shops

The case was heard in South Shields at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

CCTV alerted householders to a car criminal on their driveways

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Prolific thief took £12-worth of frozen chicken dippers from a shop

A man has been charged following an alleged armed robbery at the Spar, on Lord Street, in South Shields.

Man to appear in court following an alleged armed robbery

Emma Lewell-Buck, MP for South Shields.

South Shields MP Emma Lewell condemns scourge of shoplifting

Sport

Matthias Jaissle, Manager of Newcastle United, applauds the fans after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa FC at St James' Park on October 17, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

NUFC have a 'ridiculously good' player - but he's not playing
Newcastle United’s Dutch duo Sven Botman and Sean Steur have been speaking to Premier League Productions.
Dominic Scurr

Pierre Sage, Manager of Crystal Palace, applauds the fans after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Crystal Palace FC at American Express Stadium on October 18, 2026 in Brighton, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Crystal Palace make Pierre Sage sack decision ahead of NUFC clash

SAFC Women's players celebrate during their 4-1 win over Bristol City

Ad Feature Showdown: See unbeaten Sunderland and Newcastle battle for promotion

Campbell Darcy scores in Hebburn Town's win against Bamber Bridge (photo Tyler Lopes)

Hebburn Town confirm return of Hartlepool United prospect

A general view of a corner flag prior to the U18 Premier League match between Newcastle United U18 v Manchester United U18 at Newcastle United Academy on January 13, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Manchester United/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Young forward signs pro deal with NUFC - scored six already

Newcastle United

Malick Thiaw of Newcastle United in action during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Aston Villa FC at St James' Park on October 17, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC dressing room stance on Matthias Jaissle revealed
Matthias Jaissle’s tactics have come under scrutiny following back-to-back defeats for Newcastle United.
Jordan Cronin

Sunderland fans at St James's Park before, during and after the Black Cats' 2-1 win over Newcastle United in the Premier League.

'Disgrace' - NUFC & SAFC fans in agreement with derby decision

Manchester City play at the Etihad Stadium (Martin Rickett/PA)

Man City points deduction punishment leaked as PL rivals watch on

Anthony Elanga of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on August 29, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Matthias Jaissle teases major NUFC training ground update - £98m boost

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle.

NUFC have already made Matthias Jaissle stance clear

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The Wonderkid Power Rankings: Arsenal & Aston Villa starlets on the up

The January deals Arsenal are linked with – and how likely they are

What happens next as Man City 'guilty' of breaking financial rules

The worst PL signings so far this season – including dire Spurs flops

Sunderland AFC

Kevin Danso issues two-word Instagram apology to Sunderland fans after Bournemouth red card

Kevin Danso issues two-word Instagram apology to fans after red card
Sunderland defender Kevin Danso has apologised to supporters following his early dismissal during Sunday's disappointing Premier League defeat against Bournemouth
James Copley

Regis Le Bris

Régis Le Bris delivers verdict on Bournemouth defeat

Sunderland players and fans celebrate after late Europa League drama.

Noah Sadiki issues strong Sunderland squad message

Thomas Meunier.

Régis Le Bris issues early Sunderland injury update for Bournemouth

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris

Régis Le Bris delivers honest verdict on Sunderland's comeback win

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WeBuyBricks, home of the UK's first LEGO sorting machine.

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TGI Fridays filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators.

Business operating 49 restaurants 'in administration' - local details

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Brewdog's 2025 Advent calendar is a real festive treat for beer lovers

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Retro

The Jarrow marchers at the roadside in October 1936. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Jarrow March popularity leads to a rise in scammers - even in 1936
‘We are determined at all costs preserve the non-political character of this crusade’
Chris Cordner

Colin Lynch in the dugout after winning a competition to become a 'Sunderland player'.

The year Colin became a Sunderland player re-lived by the man himself

Jarrow marchers stop for a much needed sandwich. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Jarrow crusaders prepare to march through the south

The Jarrow marchers whistle a merry tune - with their mouth organ band further back in the ranks - as the crusade continues.
(Photo by David Savill/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Jarrow marcher hit by malaria as word of the crusade spreads

The Jarrow marchers, headed by Labour MP Ellen Wilkinson, stop for a sandwich on their way to Parliament. (Photo by Ward/Fox Photos/Getty Images)

Brave Jarrow MP Ellen marches on despite injury

Homes & Gardens

Andrew Craig, Boldon

Style and elegance in abundance in this 5-bed East Boldon beauty
‘A home of outstanding quality, space and presentation’
Chris Cordner

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Alfred Pallas, East Boldon

Shields 3-bed townhouse has fantastic views of the river

This three-bedroom townhouse on North Street offers a town-centre base in Jarrow, with shops and everyday amenities close by.

Inside a £155,000 three-bedroom townhouse in Jarrow

Susan Spokes Real Estate, South Shields

Revisiting an exceptional Cleadon home which is worth a second look

Food & Drink

Marcello outside Luci's, the restaurant he co-owns in Front Street, Cleadon Village

Eighty cheers for one of area's longest-serving waiters
He’s been serving up Italian classics for more than fifty years - and he’s got no plans to stop.
Katy Wheeler

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Plans for new microbar at 66A Stanhope Road, in South Shields, have been rejected.

Plans for a new micro bar are refused over ‘noise pollution’ concerns

Get your order in now for Christmas turkeys - and save some money if you have a Nectar carda

Sainsbury's Christmas food orders are live and turkey starts at £7.20

What's On

Green Fingers Garden Centre, on Western Approach, in South Shields.

South Shields garden centre seeks crafters for October fair

Age Concern Tyneside South.

Wellbeing groups for over-50s meet in South Shields and Hebburn

Catherine Cookson

Tickets go on sale for a festival celebrating a legendary author

The Customs House, in South Shields.

Customs House set to celebrate Halloween with a classic cult-hit

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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Willis will present Strictly alongside Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdecombe (Guy Levy/BBC)

Josh Widdicombe on Strictly’s ‘no ego’ new hosting team

These Bunches flowers are the easiest way to update my home for the new autumn season

I’ve found the easiest way to give my home an autumn update

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People

Singer Erin Roche, market manager Beth Durkin (right), and traders Dan Jameson, Helen Stewart, and Pauline Smith.

Traders give this verdict on measures to increase footfall to market
“We plan to run mini food festivals and in the run up Halloween we will have storytellers, a spooky stall, and a bubble ologist as well as festive activities in the run-up to Christmas”
Neil Fatkin

GoFundMe launched following teen’s tragic death

The recipients of awards at the Foundation of Light's Gala Dinner.

Foundation celebrates 25 years of changing lives at anniversary dinner

Opinion

South Tyneside’s Reform administration has more options available than Labour councillors had previously.

Emma Lewell MP: Cabinet decisions are made only by current councillors not previ...

There has been considerable debate about local government finance following South Tyneside Council Cabinet's decision to close STANLEYs nurseries – a decision p...

Emma Lewell MP

A young person may carry worries and concerns as they grow up. Photo posed by model

Childline: Increasing number of counselling sessions now involve mental and emot...

The marchers of the Jarrow Crusade arrive in London on October 31, 1936, and leading them through Hyde Park is their MP, Ellen Wilkinson. Photo by E Dean/Topical Press Agency/Getty Images

Kate Osborne MP: Our town has a proud tradition of people standing together and ...

Childline: Gaming companies need to put children's safety at the heart of platform design

Darren Worth

Significant changes have not yet been made to block the creation, viewing or sharing of nude material. Photo posed by model

Childline: Call to install nudity blocking technology on children’s smartphones ...

Are you the Samaritan who will roll up your sleeves and get stuck in to relieve someone else’s suffering?

Five-Minute Sermon: Why tough times should bring out the best in us

Save Our Stanley’s campaigners protested long and hard to try and keep the service running.

Emma Lewell MP: Stanley’s closure decision was made by Reform and Reform alone

Business

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Kaye Nicholson (left) and Sinia Jazwi.

Women’s networking group set to involve men for its ‘Movember special’

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Rat sightings rose by 15% across the UK during the summer, according to Rentokil, with experts warning that colder weather could drive more rodents into homes.

Rat sightings rise 15% as winter warning issued

People say we're irresponsible flogging our home and moving 'off-grid' into a van with two babies - but we'll halve bills

Young family sell home to live off-grid in a campervan

Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

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