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A CGI of how the new arrival/communal space could look at the Customs House.

This is how The Customs House could look following refurbishment plans

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court

Prolific Jarrow shoplifter put behind bars for a ten-month crime spree

Brothers hid heroin in an arcade after being caught selling drugs

The Red Arrows are returning to the Great North Run. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images)

Red Arrows 2025 schedule shows group will return to Great North Run

These are some of the 'roughest' pubs in South Tyneside, according to Shields Gazette readers.

‘Couldn’t beat it’ - Readers reveal the roughest South Tyneside pubs

Berkeley Close (Credit: Browns Estate Agents)

I tour a 4 bed detached Boldon Colliery home with huge garden for sale

Adam Ball, from South Shields, is aiming to become the first person with cystic fibrosis to swim all 13 publicly accessible lakes in the Lake District.

I'm going to swim all Lake District lakes despite my cystic fibrosis

South Shields manager Elliott Dickman (photo Kevin Wilson)

Dickman disappointed as South Shields fall to Leamington loss

South Shields manager Elliott Dickman (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields boss wants positive end to challenging week

We take a look at a quiet South Shields on the fifth anniversary of the first coronavirus lockdown.

Look back at South Shields on the fifth anniversary of Covid lockdown

North East Mayor Kim McGuinness, Tyne Coast College chair of governors Dr Malcolm Grady, and South Tyneside Council leader Tracey Dixon on the proposed new South Tyneside College campus

Final piece of jigsaw in place to kickstart college's huge move

Jean Cameron and her son who were preparing themselves for a trek to their toilet in 1971.

South Tyneside family's toilet drama

James Porter and his family who flew from Alaska for a stay in South Tyneside.

Alaska 1965: Man's Epic Journey

Shields Gazette readers have told us who they would nominate for an OBE.

This is who Shields Gazette readers would nominate for an OBE

Taking time to pose for a photo in this great reminder from South Tyneside in 2017.

Memories from South Shields' night out 2017

South Tyneside residents have marked County Durham Day in the borough.

South Shields residents mark County Durham Day at an iconic landmark

South Shields residents have marked County Durham Day.

Ryan Smith

Percy Gardens (Credit: Brannen & Partners)

I'd give anything for that view! Modern Tynemouth apartment for sale

Beaconside (Credit: Browns Estate Agents)

I can't believe how stylish this Cleadon bungalow with conservatory is

Inside the amazing new Colmans restaurant

Banbury Terrace (Credit: Purple Bricks)

I'm so impressed by this 3 bed 3 floor Westoe family property for sale

This little girl is ' on top of the world '. She is a South Shields evacuee who climbed high at Rydal to see the grandeur of the Lake District. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

An 85 year old South Shields mystery which you might be able to solve

Holmwood (Credit: Sanderson Young)

This 1920s mansion with 1.1 acre garden & luxury design blows my mind

Free scraps! The Colmans menu that's celebrity approved

Jade celebrates on stage after receiving the award for Pop act during the BRIT Awards at the start of March.

What we know about Jade's debut album so far as fan anticipation grows

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge speaks to people gathered outside at the Haven Point leisure centre. (Photo by Neil Jones - WPA Pool /Getty Images)

Prince William visit memories at Haven Point

Colin Williams.

Controlling man strangled his partner in a campaign of abuse

HMO plan for guest house at 57 Ocean Road, South Shields

More fears over spike in crime as another guest house becomes big home

Plans to convert another South Shields guest house into a house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been approved by town hall development chiefs.

Chris Binding

Sam Bailey, Recruitment Director of Lets Recruit.

Innovative recruitment agency launches to redefine legal conveyancing hiring

South Shields-based Metec UK has secured two contracts worth more than £4.5million. Cllr Margaret Meling (centre) with Simon Cross (left), Paul Wheeler (right) and members of the Metec UK team outside of the company’s South Shields facility.

Manufacturer celebrates winning contracts worth more than £4.5million

The Celebrity Bake Off return includes Chris and Rosie Ramsey

How to watch Chris and Rosie Ramsey on charity Great British Bake Off

Westcliffe Way (credit: Andrew Craig)

I think this 2 bed South Shields home is ideal for first time buyers

South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Woman given three months to avoid trouble or face jail

The youngsters appeared at South Tyneside Magistrates Court.

South Shields man smashed his neighbour’s car with a dumbbell

Dan Haslar, senior property manager at PD Ports, (orange hat), congratulates UK Docks founder Harry Wilson and his sons Gary, Jonathan and Chris.

South Shields-based UK Docks announces major North East expansion

Redhill (Credit: Alfred Pallas)

I'm in love with this 4 bed 3 storey detached Whitburn family home

South Shields Football Club have paid tribute to former player Barry Marshall. The 34-year-old sadly passed away on March 12.

South Shields FC pay tribute to former player

A South Tyneside drug driver who hid under a bed in a bid to escape detection after fleeing police has been jailed for 15 weeks.

Drug driver hid under his bed to try and avoid detection from police

BHC

Care home regional directors compete in charity cook-off

If approved, the Extra Care scheme will see 124 specialist apartments built in South Shields.

Major plans for 124 specialist new homes move forward

Sunderland Road (Credit: Conway & Christie)

When can I move in?! Detached 4 bed detached Harton home with for sale

The annual March on Cancer took place on Sunday, March 16.

Annual March on Cancer walk continues to raise thousands for charity

Constable Stamp demonstrates his invention at South Shields . (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Shields lifesaver: Officer's invention saved lives

Tim Peake

Explorer Scouts in South Shields will soon launch into learning space skills

South Shields-based charity Bright Futures has helped to empower young women at Epinay School.

Women’s charity helps to empower youngsters from Epinay School

Broad Landing (Credit: Browns Estate Agents, South Shields)

I'd love to wake up to those views of the River Tyne every morning!

Don View (Credit: Andrew Craig)

Bargain 2 bed West Boldon home with flawless interior design for sale

Syd Harrison and the organ which almost disappeared through the church floor.

Organist escapes dry rot disaster at Jarrow church

South Shields manager Elliott Dickman praised his side after their 1-0 home win against Buxton (photo Kevin Wilson)

South Shields relishing home comforts as Mariners prepare for Harriers

North Guards (Credit: Good Move)

Promising 3 bed Whitburn family home in need of renovation up for sale

Michael Wright.

Man caught stealing weeks after being sentenced for the same crime

Photo: Scott Merrylees, National World

Speeding fines surge - more than 120,000 drivers caught in 3 years

Jeff Brown, a former Look North presenter, is taking his play, The Bench, on tour across the North East and Cumbria.

Former presenter Jeff Brown to bring stage show to North East theatres

These are the key dates for the 2025 This is South Tyneside Festival.

Key dates for This is South Tyneside Festival 2025

Going back to 1965 when prize winners at Baring Street Secondary Girls School received their awards from Mrs F Barraclough, wife of the Director of Education for South Shields.

Explore Baring Street memories in these 13 photos

Kym Marsh (left) and South Tyneside resident Sue Mountain.

North East residents team up with Kym Marsh for anti smoking campaign

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