It might feel like the coronavirus crisis has put the whole world on pause – but, even in days like these, life continues. There’s no doubt the landscape of South Tyneside has been changed in that time – with near-empty streets and shuttered businesses. But that’s only part of the story, as our dozen photos from the last 50 days show.
1. Empty streets
It's been eerie to see normally busy streets all but empty of people - we're all awaiting the day when we'll see them packed again. Photo: JPIMedia
2. Moving messages
Video conferencing and virtual events have become a huge part of our everyday lives since the lockdown began. Here, Keelman's Way School staff sing Happy Birthday to children in isolation. Photo: Submitted
3. Frocked fundraiser
Fundraiser Colin Burgin-Plews at the start of his sponsored walk for the NHS, outside of South Tyneside District Hospital. Photo: Frank Reid
4. No parking
Seafront carparks have been closed to discourage gatherings of people - this photo was taken on a bank holiday, when usually the coastline would be busy. Photo: Stu Norton