Every one of them had their say on the issues of the day, from traffic wardens to health issues.
There are 13 faces to recognise from the Shields Gazette archives and we thank everyone who took the time to share their opinions back then.
See if you can spot someone you know from these 21-year-old South Tyneside memories.
9. Jemma shares
Views from the streets of South Shields in 2004. Jemma Carr was among those to share. | sg
10. David in the spotlight
David Johnson had a moment to spare for the Shields Gazette in 2004. He gets our thanks for sharing his views. | sg
11. Mary has her say
Mary Smith spoke to the Shields Gazette on whether South Tyneside's obesity rates were too high. | sg
12. On the streets in 2004
Lindsay Carr gets our thanks for giving her thoughts on the topic of the day in January 2004. | sg
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