It's hard to believe 2004 was two decades ago but somehow it was.
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We'd dived into our archives and had a look at what was going on in South Tyneside in 2004.
Let's take a trip down memory and see who you can spot.
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6. Flags galore in South Shields
A 2004 reminder of the St George's Day celebrations at the Gainsborough Avenue Day Centre in 2004. Photo: IB
7. Balloons galore in Boldon
Staff at Asda in Boldon were in the St George's Day spirit in 2004 and here are Pauline Harrison, Michael Dodsworth, Brenda Johnson, Julie Ridley and Julie McFall. Photo: IB
8. A star pays a visit in 2004
Olympic swimmer Mark Foster gave a demonstration of his skills at Hebburn Swimming Pool in 2004. Photo: SH