And fantastic memories of our glittering finale evening at the Roker Hotel on Thursday, April 29 were captured on camera by photographer Kevin Brady.
It was a special evening as we put our hands together for our worthy winners and fantastic finalists, celebrating the people and organisations that make our borough a brilliant place to live and work.
If you joined us for the event, take a look through just some of our picture highlights here and see if you can spot any familiar faces.
A post-awards supplement will be published in the Gazette next week on Thursday, May 5 with full coverage and even more great photographs from the night.
There will be plenty to enjoy, so be sure to pick up your copy.
5. Centre stage
Young Performer of the Year Award winner Max Walton, receives his prize from Ray Spencer. Photo: Kevin Brady
6. The best
Let's hear it for some of our award winners! They have made us so proud. Photo: Kevin Brady
7. Well done
Colin Rowell, winner of the Special Recognition Award at the Best of South Tyneside Awards. Photo: Kevin Brady
8. All smiles
Young Performer of the Year Award - highly commended goes to Charlotte Leigh Harwood, pictured with Ray Spencer. Photo: Kevin Brady