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Fireworks

Thirteen wonderful reminders of South Tyneside in the 1990s Ryan Smith

Katy Perry at the coronation of King Charles III

Coronation Concert: Katy Perry's links to the royal family Sam Johnson

The walrus (photoL Stuart Ford)

‘Some members of public’ criticised for Thor the Walrus conduct Sophie Wills

A walrus called Thor was spotted having a rest at Scarborough Harbour ahead of the New Year

Walrus pays a visit to Scarborough harbour en route to the Arctic Jamie Jones

Where and when can I buy fireworks across Sunderland this Autumn?

Where and when you can buy fireworks across the North East Jason Button

Should fireworks be banned? MP calls for ban as petition reaches 300k signatures Hiyah Zaidi

The annual fireworks display is returning to South Shields seafront after missing a year due to covid.

Fireworks display returning to South Shields seafront for November 2021

South Shield's Dillon Morse wins a header

'It’s always a feisty affair' - Graeme Fenton previews Morpeth Town clash Daniel Prince

Hel Mel Goudie posted a video of a youngster showing her appreciation from their front door.

Clap for Carers: South Tyneside once again shows its support for NHS, carers and... Joe Nicholson