So we thought we would say goodbye to the 21st Century’s teenage era by reminding you of 10 memorable moments from the South Shields area between 2010-19. Remember you can buy copies of these and all our pictures by logging on to northeastpress.newsprints.co.uk.
9. Bents Park Summer Concerts
South Shields's open-air summer concerts continue to flourish and attract tens of thousands of spectators each year. Marti Pellow, Gabrielle, Nick Heyward and Midge Ure were among the stars to appear in 2019. Photo: Tim Richardson
10. On the right road
South Shields's new £21m transport interchange opened in August 2019. Will it succeed in its aim of delivering more visitors and shoppers to the town? Photo: JPIMedia