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The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Woman attacked police officer and shopper in South Shields

From left Joyce, Activities co-ordinator Donna Ward and Win at the Culture House in Sunderland.

Inventors show that age is no barrier

Geordie's Deli, on Edinburgh Road, has made the sad announcement it will close its doors.

Jarrow deli closure: 'no longer financially sustainable'

Mayor of South Tyneside Cllr Stan Wildhirt cuts the ribbon alongside his Mayoress and wife Dawn and SBA boss Sarah Barratt Atkin.

Education provider looks to support youngsters who struggle in school

The council wants to understand how people use wood burners, stoves and open fires at home.

Still time to give opinions on the borough's smoke control areas

The Metro is to extend its service to Washington.

Metro to cover another eight miles

The old fire station is to be demolished.

Fire station facing demolition

The cost of all-day parking at South Shields seafront car parks is set to rise.

The free tool that keeps you informed about changes in South Tyneside

Joe Willock of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Liverpool FC at St James' Park on August 23, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Live NUFC 2-2 Liverpool FT: Dominik Szoboszlai penalty rescues a point

Matthias Jaissle, Manager of Newcastle United looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Newcastle United and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at St James' Park on August 15, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC star spotted on crutches ahead of Liverpool - line-up confirmed

Bruno Guimaraes has joined champions Arsenal from Newcastle during the summer (John Walton/PA).

Bruno Guimaraes Arsenal official injury update as Newcastle watch on

Newcastle United Wor Flags Kevin Keegan display

'Really special' - NUFC & Liverpool St James' Park plans take shape

Dan Burn of Newcastle United arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St James' Park on May 17, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

'Listen' - Burn agrees with Jaissle's NUFC warning ahead of Liverpool

Matthias Jaissle, Manager of Newcastle United looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Newcastle United and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at St James' Park on August 15, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

NUFC leaked team news confirms double injury boost v Strasbourg

Ryhope-born Glenda Young whose books link to the old factories of the North East, and the characters who worked in them.
Her other series of works are all about murder mysteries with a twist.

Author to discuss her award-nominated crime series in South Shields

Thierno Barry of Everton is challenged by Joelinton of Newcastle United during the pre-season friendly match between Newcastle United and Everton at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on August 12, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Everton supporters brutally mock Newcastle United after Murrayfield
Newcastle United are in pre-season friendly action against Everton at Murrayfield.
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