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Luke Littler will be looking to retain his World Darts Championship title

Tickets to the World Darts Championship from £90

Hear'Say shot to fame on Popstars in 2001, when this photo was taken. From left to right, they are Noel Sullivan, Suzanne Shaw, Myleene Klass, Kym Marsh and Danny Foster. Here's what they have all been up to in the last 25 years.

What have Hear'Say done since the band split? Where to see them now

Liberty X will join East 17, Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton and other pop favourites at Boybands vs Girlbands at a Parkdean Resorts holiday weekend, ahead of their Popstars: The Originals tour with Hear'Say next year.

Liberty X fans can see the group at weekend event before reunion tour

Final Exhibit - the new scare maze at Scarefest, Alton Towers

Frightening Final Exhibit brings yet more screams to Alton Towers

John Godber's Teechers Leavers '22 play in South Shields

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery.

Youngsters invited to learn more about animals in South Shields

Paul Dobson pictured next to the new mural at A Love Supreme - painted by a mystery artist.

'I walked 23 miles to get European Cup Winners Cup tickets in 1973'

Boldon and Cleadon Community Library, on Boker Lane, in East Boldon.

‘The People’s Emergency Briefing’ set to be screened in East Boldon

The comedian is bringing his ‘Greatest Hits’ show to Chorley Theatre on Nov 15

South Shields comedian to bring his new tour show to his hometown

Liam Curry and Chloe Rutherford

Variety show set to raise vital funds for a South Tyneside charity

Arbeia Roman Fort, in South Shields.

Two dates chances for a guided tour of South Shields’ Roman fort

Jarrow Focus, on Cambrian Street, in Jarrow, has a 4.4* rating from 144 Google reviews.

Jarrow theatre group set to bring an iconic pantomime to the town

Sunderland AFC legends Kevin Phillips and Peter Reid are set to host 'An Evening with' at The Customs House, in South Shields.

’An Evening with’ two SAFC legends set to be held in South Shields

The Customs House, in South Shields.

‘One Wild Night tour’ - Bon Jovi tribute act set to rock South Shields

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

Jamie Hutchinson.

Comedian and podcasting icon is set to perform in South Shields
A much-loved comedian and podcast host is bringing his live tour to South Shields.
Ryan Smith

John Miles senior pictured performing with his son John. John junior has announced plans for a tribute show to his dad.

Tribute to music legend John Miles is coming to a North East stage

The stage on weekend two of the 2026 Bents Park concerts.

Around 23,000 people visit the 2026 Sunday Concerts in South Shields

Children aged five to 15 can travel free on Stagecoach buses throughout August, helping South Shields families enjoy affordable summer days out across the North East.

Kids travel free as Stagecoach helps South Shields families

The New Sundial is set to celebrate this year's spooky season with a screening of Beetlejuice.

South Shields seafront pub set to host a Halloween family movie night

Could this be the face of a £84 million EuroMillions winner? The viral £8 syndicate deal has already attracted over 100,000 hopefuls ahead of tonight’s draw.

£84m EuroMillions jackpot: £8 deal offers 500 entries

Lost Minds Festival has announced the remainder of its lineup for 2025.

North East dance music festival announces 2027 dates

EasyJet start Big Seat Release sale including summer 2027 flights

A previous Christmas event at Bamburgh Castle

Bamburgh Castle unveils magical new theme for Christmas 2026

Four decades of iconic music hits set to come to a South Shields venue

The stage on weekend two of the 2026 Bents Park concerts.

Everything you need to know ahead of the final 2026 Sunday Concert

Dik Barton is one of the world's leading Titanic experts

Ad Feature First British man to dive to the Titanic hosts sessions at exhibition
Visitors can meet Titanic explorer Dik Barton at the exhibition.
Emily Jordan

Joe McElderry has stated that it is "an honour" to be a headline act at a Sunday Concert in South Shields' Bents Park.

Joe McElderry set for a three-night show run in South Shields

Shed Seven at The Piece Hall Halifax, June 2026 | Photo credit: Ianthe Photo

Shed Seven to perform 'A Maximum High' in full this October

Gazette editor Richard Ord and his other half Natasha shelter at the ABC gig in Bents Park.

Great music and a free shower - what more do you want for a fiver?

The Customs House.

Jason Cook’s Comedy Club reveals dates for the rest of 2026

Kate Osborne MP has launched a poetry competition to mark the 90th anniversary of the Jarrow Crusade, also known as the Jarrow March.

Guided tour set to delve into the history of the Jarrow Crusade

Everything you need to know ahead of ABC headlining Bents Park

Corey Muizelaar (right) wrote the play and will star alongside Ben Robert Cunningham,

Theatre production from local writer to kick off in South Shields

One winner will take home a 710bhp Ferrari F8 Tributo, a Richard Mille RM029 watch and £100,000 in cash.

Win a Ferrari F8, Richard Mille watch, and £100,000 cash for 5p

The Tropical Bird Show features experts talking about exotic birds, a free-flight display, and more.

We’re bringing our popular Tropical Bird Show back to South Shields

Chris Ramsey and Jason Cook during a skit as security guards during the 2024 Laffs4Kids show at the Utilita Arena, in Newcastle.

Comedian to bring popular charity shows back to the O2 City Hall

The 2026 Porsche 911 Carrera GTS has 479bhp, a 194mph top speed and just 630 miles on the clock

Win a 2026 Porsche 911 GTS or take £125,000 cash with entries from 3p

Father and son John and Ben Saunders ofd Uncle Buck's Coffee Shop.

Cafe speaks out after being hit by break-in months after opening

Boat company confirm new Tyneside sightseeing tours to start

Rebecca Shields and Stephanie Coxon of Crystal Clear Ear Clinic.

Whitburn ear health brand takes on second nurse as part of growth

South Tyneside Council has revealed that the 2026 Sunday Concert line up will be unveiled on Thursday, April 30.

Around 13,000 tickets sold ahead of the upcoming Sunday Concerts

Here's a scene from the performance by Busted. Maybe you were there for the Year 2017 performance.

11 of the star acts you saw at Bents Park gigs

The Unionist Club, on Laygate, in South Shields.

Grammy award-winning ska artist set to return to South Shields

This is everything you need to know ahead of the first 2025 Sunday Concert, in South Shields.

Everything you need to know ahead of the first 2026 Sunday Concert

Beatlemania is set to return to South Shields on Sunday, September 6.

World-renowned Beatles tribute set to make a return to South Shields

Jay-Z ticket prices revealed as fans race to secure seats for rapper's only UK show

How to get Jay-Z tickets for his only UK show

Cortney Dixon performs at Summer Streets in Sunderland.

South Shields musician announced as opener for huge North East show

Nuromantica are set to play alongside ABC and Chesney Hawkes in South Shields' Bents Park on Sunday, July 26.

Local band welcomes the chance to play alongside ABC in Bents park

South Shields Museum & Art Gallery.

Museum set to hold series of wellness weekends in South Shields

Latest Rosiefest considered great success by 'overwhelmed' organisers

The cast of Cluedo at the Westovian Theatre in rehersals.

Westovian Theatre group in final preparations for Cluedo production

The Customs House.

South Tyneside International Magic Festival returns - this is when

Harry Kane rescued England in their game against DR Congo on Wednesday evening. (Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Wire)

South Shields pub hosting 'cosy and comfy' World Cup experience

A 19p entry could win this fully furnished £1.85 million Lancashire dream home and a 2023 Range Rover

You could win this £1.85m dream home and Range Rover for just 19p

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