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Jay Turner-Cooke

Former NUFC midfielder finds new club after contract dispute

Eddie Howe and Anthony Elanga

£55m World Cup star already backed to be like a new signing for NUFC

Jon Strong sadly passed away in December 2025.

South Shields gig to celebrate the life and music of Jon Strong

Bucks Fizz took home the Eurovision title in 1981 after an iconic performance in the contest held in Dublin.

The best British Eurovision entry of all time is 'Making Your Mind Up'

The multi-award-winning star of the country music scene is set for two dates only in the UK in 2026.

How to get tickets to Luke Combs two UK area shows in 2026

Joe McElderry Named Patron of The Performance Academy at local college

Justin Moorhouse set for UK tour with new show

Justin Moorhouse to bring to go on UK tour with new show

Culture and tickets writer Benjamin Jackson shared his experiences, both seeing Slipknot for the first time and interviewing the late bass player Paul Gray.

Remembering Paul Gray, the late Slipknot bassist 15 years on

Pedro Pavlov is a seven-year-old stunt bike rider as part of Planet Circus OMG.

I’m a seven-year-old stunt bike rider who is part of the circus

2,000 Brits took the survey

Revealed: Best British Eurovision entries of all time ranked

Rachel Ward unicycling while playing the saxophone

Circus girl juggles machetes, hot dogs and more!

Sam Ryder pictured at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, during musical rehearsals

Critically ill children live their dreams and perform at Disneyland

Morrissey has announced a three-date tour of the UK later this year.

Morrissey announces three-date UK tour in June 2025

Jade Thirlwall attends the Off-White fashion show during the September 2024 New York Fashion Week on September 08, 2024 in New York City.

NUFC fan Jade Thirlwall drops cheeky Sunderland dig on BBC

'Blue Peter' presenter and champion trampolinist Michael Sundin (1961 - 1989), circa 1985.

Michael Sundin documentary: The story of ex-Blue Peter star

Some of last year's winners at the Best of South Tyneside Awards.

The Best of South Tyneside Awards are back - here's how to nominate
Nominations are wanted to honour the best businesses and local heroes across South Tyneside.
Liam Kennedy

Michelle Andrews

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South Shields performer talks about her tour with Anton du Beke

Leif Davis of Ipswich Town celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Ipswich Town and Bristol City at Portman Road on March 05, 2024 in Ipswich, England.

'Bring him home' - Newcastle United urged move for this ex-Leeds man

Finally, the Ambassador of the Year Award was won by Ray Spencer MBE, who has championed the borough for more than 20 years and has proudly supported South Tyneside’s performing arts, cultural and entertainment scene as well as contributing to civic, cultural and community life as well as being an active fundraiser for various South Tyneside charities. Councillor Tracey Dixon described Ray as a “well-known and much-loved local figure”. Speaking at the awards ceremony, Ray said of his win: “I seriously didn’t know, and it is very kind, thank you very much.”

'Mr South Shields'- Ray Spencer MBE steps down from Customs House

Michelle celebrates award win

Talented performer bags two major award wins

Sticky Vicky (left) with her daughter - the X-rated Benidorm entertainer has died aged 80 (Credit: Real Sticky Vicky)

Breaking Legendary Benidorm entertainer Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Sky Sports

Sky Sports pundit hails 'scintillating' SAFC and picks top performer

Michelle will be joining the Strictly stars on their tour, Him & Me.

South Shields performer to tour with Strictly’s Anton and Giovanni

Craig Revel Horwood . (Photo by Tristan Fewings/Getty Images)

Breaking Craig Revel Horwood replaces Paul O’Grady in Annie musical

God of War Ragnarök was a big winner at BAFTA Games awards (Photo: BAFTA Games)

BAFTA Games Awards winners 2023 - including God of War Ragnarök

BAFTAs 2023: nominations, hosts, what time it starts and how to watch the BAFTA Film awards?

The BAFTAs 2023: nominations, hosts & how to watch film awards

Jodie Comer is a scouse actress who has a net worth of $6 million. She is best known for playing Oksana Astankova in the spy series, Killing Eve. Due to her performances in this series, Jodie was given a number of awards and accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and a British Academy Television Award for Best Actress.

WhatsOnStage Awards 2023: Full list of winners including Jodie Comer
The WhatsOnStage Awards followed the likes of the Brit’s by hosting gender neutral categories, with Jodie Comer taking home a major award
Daniel Mcneil

Pro-wrestler blasts Rishi Sunak over nurses strike at Tokyo Dome

Bruce Willis to make comeback after selling rights for ‘digital twin’

BBC EastEnders: Janine Butcher actor Charlie Brooks exiting soap AGAIN

Courtney Hadwin performs during the Hartlepool Mail's Best of Hartlepool awards.

Teen singer Courtney Hadwin predicted to win America's Got Talent by judge Howie...

From left, Howie Mandel, Courtney Hadwin. Photo by: Ron Batzdorff/NBC

Incredible audition video of America's Got Talent star Courtney Hadwin racks up ...

Former Young Performer of the Year Abi Garrido.

Jarrow singer Abi Garrido wants young performers to follow in her footsteps

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