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South Shields mural unveiled at town centre bar Holly Allton

The Pink Elephant Deli

Colourful and unique cafe opens on Dean Road serving healthy food Holly Allton

Allure Beauty Salon won Nail Bar of the Year

South Tyneside beauty salon win Nail Bar of the Year Holly Allton

Meet the Newcastle United WAGS

Meet the wives and girlfriends of Newcastle United footballers Holly Allton

Seagulls in South Shields are known to steal food from unsuspecting members of the public.

‘Shouldn’t eat in the street’ Reaction to seagulls stealing food Holly Allton

Westoe Village Fayre 2023

11 photos from Westoe Village Fayre 2023 - can you spot yourself? Holly Allton

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight Sian Lewis

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

best lightweight one person hiking tents

10 best backpacking tents UK from Vango, Snugpak and Decathlon Sian Lewis

Best camping lanterns UK 2023

Best camping lanterns UK - fuel-based, electric and solar lamps Jacob Little

Father’s Day UK gift guide - the best presents for every Dad

Father’s Day UK gift guide - the best presents for every Dad Katrina Conaglen

Allure Beauty Salon, based in Hebburn.

South Tyneside beauty salon nominated for national award Holly Allton

A student from Newcastle, started an OnlyFans account after struggling financially.

‘I’m not ashamed’ North East student turns to OnlyFans to fund studies Holly Allton

The 7 best wetsuits for women 2022, from Roxy, Billabong, Decathlon

The 7 best wetsuits for women 2023, from Roxy, Billabong, Decathlon Sian Lewis

The essential kit you need to start wild swimming Nick Moyle

Colmans Seafood temple overlooks the South Shields coastline and has a 4.6 rating from 2,178 Google reviews.

Colman’s Seafood Temple launch cosy cocktail and oyster terrace Holly Allton

Prom dresses

The perfect places to find a prom dress in the North East Holly Allton

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre

Wetsuits for men UK 2023: we review suits from RipCurl & Finisterre Jacob Little

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer 2022 UK

Best sleeping bags for camping in summer UK Jacob Little

DCI Vera Stanhope, DS Aiden Healy, DS Kenny Lockhart, DC Mark Edwards and DC Jack Williams

Talent company on the search for South Shields actors for ITV show Holly Allton

Stephen will be getting the hair cut at Crown Hair and Beauty.

South Shields man to cut long locks for charities at Westoe salon Holly Allton

Peggy, 100 and Marjorie, 102 with Sycamore Care Centre manager, Amy.

Boldon care home residents reminisce on Queen’s 1953 coronation Holly Allton

North East X Factor group speak out on experience 12 years later Holly Allton

Women in South Shields currently have a higher driving pass rate than men.

Data shows South Shields women have higher driving pass rate than men Holly Allton

Lesley Foy following weight loss

Woman’s weight loss journey thanks to WeightWatchers Hayley Lovely

Best changing bags: stylish, wipe-clean, designer bags for nappies

Best changing bags: stylish, wipe-clean, designer bags for nappies Deborah Cicurel

9 best running shoes for men 2022: men’s trainers from On Cloud, Hoka

9 best running shoes for men 2023: men’s trainers from On Cloud, Hoka Jacob Little

8 best portable picnic tables: folding tables ideal for camping holidays and outdoor dining

Best portable picnic tables for camping holidays and outdoor dining Sian Lewis

The best flowers to have delivered to make mum’s day this Mother’s Day

The best flowers to have delivered this Mother’s Day Katrina Conaglen

Best Mother’s Day afternoon teas and food hampers UK 2023

Best Mother’s Day afternoon teas UK Katrina Conaglen

8 best walking shoes for women

10 great walking shoes for women, from Merrell, Keen, and On Sian Lewis

Best surfboards for beginners: start surfing with foam and longboards

Best surfboards for beginners: start surfing with foam and longboards Sian Lewis

Wheeled suitcases: get travel-ready with an easy to transport travel bag, as reviewed by our expert

Wheeled suitcases: the best easy to transport travel bags Sian Lewis

Air beds for camping UK 2022: inflatable beds to keep you comfy

Air beds for camping: inflatable beds to keep you comfy Jacob Little

Best base layers for women 2021: stay cosy and comfortable with smart base layers for outdoor adventures

Best base layers for women: stay cosy and comfortable when outdoors Sian Lewis

Best portable solar chargers for camping UK 2023 Jacob Little

Thoughtful gifts for children

Thoughtful gifts for children - best presents to inspire children Katrina Conaglen

Last minute Christmas gifts you can buy now which will arrive before Christmas Day

Last minute Christmas presents: gifts which will arrive by the big day Rochelle Barrand

Best Christmas gifts for Dads

Men’s gifts for Christmas: great presents for Dads and father figures Katrina Conaglen

Supermarkets fireworks and bonfire party food for 2021

Which supermarkets are selling fireworks in 2022? Rochelle Barrand

Best camping stoves in stock in the UK from Argos, Blacks, Decathlon

Best camping stoves in stock in the UK from Argos, Blacks, Decathlon Derek Adams

Best touchscreen gloves to keep hands warm and use your phone easily

Best touchscreen gloves to keep hands warm and use your phone easily Jacob Little

Best family four-man tents for camping, including budget and blackout

Best family four-man tents for camping, including budget and blackout Jacob Little

The best smart TVs 2021, from Argos, Samsung, and Currys

Best smart TVs 2022: ultra HD mfrom Sony, Samsung, and Currys Andrew Williams

The best champagnes for under £35: delicious fizz for less

The best champagnes for under £35: cheapdelicious fizz from M&S, Aldi Nick Moyle

Best wine subscription boxes 2021: delicious discovery boxes

Best wine subscription boxes 2022: delicious discovery boxes Clare Vooght

The best men’s shoes for hiking and walking 2022

The best men’s shoes for hiking and walking 2022 Jacob Little

Nikola before and after her transformation.

South Shields airline worker flying high after weight loss success Hayley Lovely

The best at home rowing machines

Best at-home rowing machines; from Amazon, Aldi, Decathlon and more Rochelle Barrand

How to keep dogs cool in the sunshine

How to keep your dog cool in the heat - cooling mats and splash pools Rochelle Barrand

Best body boards: long boards for beginners, short boards for experts

Best body boards: long boards for beginners, short boards for experts Katrina Conaglen

Why a portable picnic table will improve your camping holidays and outdoor picnics - plus the best available

Best portable picnic tables: foldable tables for camping Sian Lewis

Best kids’ bikes: how to pick the right bicycle for their height

Best kids’ bikes: how to pick the right bicycle for their height Katrina Conaglen

Our pick of the best gins on the market Katrina Conaglen

Before and after pictures of Sue Thompson

Slimming World appeals for weightloss wonder alumni to help set up new groups Hayley Lovely