It's hard to believe it's been two decades since 2003 but somehow 20 years has passed.
Let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit some photos from that year.
Do you spot yourself or someone you know or can you tell us more about the photos?
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5. A history lesson at St Aloysius School
It's 2003 and these St Aloysius RC Primary School pupils were in the middle of a history lesson. They were listening to Mona Legg and Cicely Horsepool talking about the history of Hebburn. Photo: CL
6. Off to Beamish
Pupils from St Joseph's School in Jarrow were dressed up for a trip to Beamish in 2003. Photo: sg
7. Ready for a treat
St Patrick's Day prizes on offer at Asda in South Shields in 2003. Photo: sg
8. Lining up in Boldon
The Boldon Girls under-12 team in 2003. Are there any familiar faces? Photo: CL