From the end of the Savoy cinema to a trolley dash in Hintons – it’s hard to believe it is 42 years since this was all in the news.
We also have reminders of Boldon Colliery Brass Band setting off on a coach for a competition and South Shields Cub Scouts at Brownsea Hall.
Add in flooding on Fowler Street, a 1982 view of the lounge at South Shields Labour Club and crowds in the South Shields Market Place and it makes up a real connection of life on South Tyneside four decades ago.
Does it bring back memories? The only way to find out is by taking a look for yourselves. years since they were in the news.
1. Busy at the market
South Shields Market Place in August 1982. Does this bring back happy memories? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Fish and chips for lunch
Hungry beach-goers buy fish and chips at South Shields sea front in July 1982. Can you spot a familiar face? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
3. A dash in Hintons
Margaret Raine did a three minute trolley dash round Hinton's store for her father George Elsy, centre, when his ticket came up in a draw held by the Lions Club. Remember this? | SG Photo: Shields Gazette
4. South Shields General Hospital August 1982
Chefs at South Shields General Hospital prepare lunch for the patients | SG Photo: Shields Gazette