And back in the late 1960s, the Shields Gazette photographers were hard at work capturing these scenes.
They include a new carpet shop in King Street as well as the Cross Bar Club coffee bar.
There’s a view of a busy day at Binns and a new attraction at Wouldhave House.
Now it is the turn of the second half of the decade and we hope these scenes bring back happy memories.
1. The chores must be done
Daily chores being carried out in 1969 i the shadow of the tanker Esso Northumbria, which was to be launched on the Tyne by Princess Anne. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
2. A mock rescue in 1968
Members of South Shields Volunteer Life Brigade taking part in a mock rescue in May 1968. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
3. Inside the factory
Peter Johnson & Co in November 1965. Did you work there? Photo: Shields Gazette | SG
4. King George Road in the mid 60s
Waiting to cross King George Road in October 1965. Photo: Shields Gazette | SG