Can you believe it was 19 years since these photos were taken.
It is time to re-live the memories with a look back at scenes which also include a bean bath on Red Nose Day and the Cookson Festival parade.
There are faces galore to recognise so why not join us as we step back in time.

. A flashback to 2003
Festivals and fundraisers. We have all that and more in our 2003 spotlight. Photo: sg

. Festival time in Jarrow
Making brooms at the Jarrow Festival with the expert help of wood smith Maurice Pyle. Photo: IB

. They're under way!
A fast start to the 2003 Pier To Pier race. Did you take part? Photo: IB

5. A team line-up at Cleadon
Who do you recognise in this team line-up from Cleadon FC 19 years ago? Photo: IB

6. Winners in South Tyneside
The winners of the Gazette Face of 2003 competition were Tom Wade and Jade Hall. Photo: IB

7. Putting on a great show
Pictured at the Jarrow Festival but is there a face that you recognise? Photo: IB

8. Wonderful in Westoe
Pupils at Westoe Infants School held a Big Hair Day to raise money in 2003. Did you take part? Photo: SH