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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Suspected drug driver refused to give blood over ‘needle fear’ claims

Bryn Williams breached a restraining order.

'Sad and pathetic' - Serial South Shields criminal left mum 'scared'

A Sur-Ron bike similar to this one was used in the incident, a court was told.

'Severely impacted' - Man fractured leg in South Shields e-bike smash

The scene of a major incident after a crane collapsed on the banks of the River Tyne in South Shields on Sunday.

Man who suffered injuries in a crane collapse is ‘recovering at home’

The scene of a major incident after a crane collapsed on the banks of the River Tyne in South Shields.

Tyne to be closed to move ship involved in crane collision

Workers on floating pontoon platforms using nets to capture pellets in the river Tyne

New photos show Port Of Tyne teams cleaning platic pellets from river

Clean up continues as one billion plastic pellets spill into the Tyne

A man has been taken to hospital after a ship collided with a crane at the Port of Tyne, in South Shields.

Health and Safety Executive works with police over crane collapse

The case was heard at Newcastle Crown Court.

Troubled Jarrow woman set home on fire causing £10,000 worth of damage

Council workers are starting the clean-up operation after plastic pellets were washed onto South Shields beaches.

Beach plastic clean up continues as Council ask public to not help

An investigation is underway after a ship collided with a crane at the Port of Tyne on Sunday afternoon (July 19).

Port to 'cooperate fully' after a man was injured in a crane collapse

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Dog jumped fence to attack South Tyneside man - owner prosecuted

Emergency services requested support from the Great North Air Ambulance Service following a crash in South Shields.

Air ambulance called after a man suffered serious injuries in a crash

Police have cordoned off Sycamore Avenue, in South Shields, following a collision on Wednesday, July 8.

Man suffers serious injuries following a collision in South Shields

Jordan Henderson celebrates scoring his side's first goal against Senegal in 2022. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Jordan Henderson memories as we send best wishes to the injured star
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Chris Cordner

Jonathon Millett and Harry Wilson triggered alarms when they broke into the Brinkburn Community centre in South Shields, South Tyneside on February 27, through a flat roof.

'Stupid' Shields burglar fell from roof - court claims he's 'useless'

Jarrow School have paid tribute to Kurtis Stubbings, a former pupil, after he tragically passed away following a crash.

School pays tribute to a former pupil who died following Jarrow crash

Two people were taken to hospital after an incident by Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields.

Appeal for information following reported coastal hit and run

Two taken to hospital after collision on South Shields coastal road

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Alleged danger driver accused of causing death of two in highway smash

Floral tributes left for a Jarrow teenager who died following a crash

Kurtis Stubbings, 18, has sadly passed away following a crash in Jarrow.

Crash victim's family make the decision to switch off his life support

Ellison Street, in Jarrow.

Electric motorbike rider suffers life-threatening injuries in a crash

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The case was heard in South Shields at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

South Shields man drunk-drove to save life after town centre collapse

South Shields Town Hall

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New parking measures have been introduced by South Tyneside Council - and here’s where.
Liam Kennedy

Man arrested after a pensioner was seriously injured in a crash

Temperatures in South Shields reached 28°C over the bank holiday weekend.

Volunteer Life Brigade called to 12 incidents on same beach

Shirley Rice, the twin sister of David 'Noddy' Rice, is appealing for information ahead of the 20th anniversary of his murder.

Noddy Rice’s sister appeals for help on the anniversary of his murder

The case was heard in South Shields at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Alcoholic 'lashed out' at hospital staff in altercation over drugs

South Tyneside District Hospital at South Tyneside, Harton Lane, South Shields, Tyne & Wear.

South Tyneside Hospital security increased after spate of attacks

Gary Nelson, 39, of Wharton Street, South Shields, was arrested, after a struggle, at the scene and later admitted assault.

'Am I going to die?' - Attacker left ex-partner with broken teeth

A man aged 20 has sadly died following a collision on the A1M near Chester-Le-Street.

Man dies after A1M crash near Chester-Le-Street as two men in hospital

Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses following a crash on the Coast Road, in South Shields, on Tuesday, April 7.

Man remains in life-threatening condition as police continue appeal

Schoolboy fighting cancer wins competition to see idea brought to life

South Tyneside District Hospital at South Tyneside, Harton Lane, South Shields, Tyne & Wear.

Foul-mouthed patient hurls racist abuse at South Tyneside hospital

The collision happened on Lynton Avenue, in Jarrow.

Man taken to hospital after van overturns in a Jarrow street

Tony Fada (front right) with Anna Bradley's parents Aaron Bradley (far left) and Kelsey Hall (front left) and the Wrap for Jak team at the launch of their Easter egg event.

We’re honouring a nine-year-old girl by donating 2,000 Easter eggs

Emma Shaughnessy, the headteacher of St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, with pupils Isabella Brown and Bobby Thompson who have both underwent major heart surgery.

Primary school inspired after two pupils underwent major heart surgery

The incident happened at an industry premises, just off Commercial Road, in South Shields.

Man suffers serious injuries at a South Shields industrial premises

Jack Gilroy.

Teenager stabbed a stranger in the chest outside an East Boldon pub

Byron Stubbs.

Knifeman tried to kill a seven-year-boy during a triple stabbing

Andrew Craig, South Shields

I couldn't resist another look at this apartment in a historic setting

Claire Laybourne was described as a an ‘extraordinary mother and 'a devoted partner'. Photo: Northumbria Police

Man who caused the death of mum in crash faces "lengthy" prison time

Police are asking members of the public for information after a man was left with serious injuries in Hebburn.

Police release CCTV image after a man suffers serious injuries

Fabian Schar will miss the next three months.

NUFC major injury blow confirmed as key man ruled out for three months

Fabian Schar of Newcastle is stretchered off with an injury during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Leeds United at St James' Park on January 07, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC issue official Schar injury update as return timeframe given

Fabian Schar of Newcastle United goes down with an injury during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Leeds United at St James' Park on January 07, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

47-word statement issued after 'bad' NUFC injury v Leeds

The incident is understood to have taken place on Alice Street, in South Shields.

Two men charged following a suspected assault which saw a dog killed

Kevin Keegan's family have confirmed that the former Newcastle United man has been diagnosed with cancer.

Newcastle United legend Kevin Keegan diagnosed with cancer

Illustrator Hannah Graham has finished her book about her son Peter Graham being born prematurely.

My book about being the parent of a premature baby

Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes.

'Incredible' - NUFC fans will love Bruno's heartfelt Xmas message

Video: killer enters shop to fatally attack Newcastle United fan dad

Lewis Hall (left) and Newcastle United teammate Tino Livramento.

Livramento, Hall, Botman: Newcastle United injury list & return dates

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