It's hard to believe 2008 was 15 years ago but somehow times just passes us by.
We've dived into our archives to find photos of life in Jarrow and Hebburn back in 2008 which may bring back memories for many of our readers.
Take a look through the gallery to see if you can spot anyone you know.
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Vince pictured in 2008 with memorabilia related to the Jarrow March and Palmer's Shipyard. Photo: CL
6. Celebrating in 2008
What a happy moment for these students at St Joseph's RC Comprehensive in Hebburn in 2008 as they celebrated their A level results. Photo: CL
7. Characters galore in 2008
It's fancy dress day at St James RC Primary School in Hebburn in 2008. Do you recognise any of the pupils? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: GZ
8. A Halloween auction in 2008
Tedco in Jarrow held a Halloween auction for Children In Need in 2008. Pictured are Susan Campbell, Darren Palmer and Janice Stott. Photo: SN