But Greggs has a long history of doing well on South Tyneside.
So let’s remind ourselves of the bakery we love so well. Here are lots of scenes from Greggs shops in the borough.
There’s also photos from some of the great causes that the bakery supports in the community.
Take a look and see if you can remember these stories, and perhaps spot someone you know.

5. Celebrating in 2006
The St Simon's Project was celebrating a £30,000 boost from Greggs which was destined to go towards running costs. Does this bring back happy memories? Photo: CL

6. Opening soon in 2016
The new Greggs cafe which was getting ready to open in King Street four years ago. Photo: Stu Norton


8. Helping the Great North Run volunteers
Some of the Great North Run volunteers who got the help of Greggs at last year's race. Photo: Stu Norton
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