Every one of these locals spoke to the Shields Gazette on important issues of the day which ranged from smoking in hospital grounds, to the war in Iraq.
Their opinions mattered. We hope you will share your own by reliving those memories, and then telling us more by emailing [email protected]
5. A train of thought
Speaking up about training shoes in 2007. This local was one of many who had their say. | sg
6. A voice from 2007
The war in Iraq was on the minds of many people 18 years ago including this man who shared his opinion. | sg
7. Speaking in the rain
A rainy day in South Shields and this passer-by kindly stopped to speak to our reporting team. | sg
8. An opinion from 2007
One more local who wanted to share their views on the war in Iraq in 2007. | sg
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