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South Tyneside Magistrate's Court.

Four teenagers have appeared in court following a stabbing at a party

The youngsters appeared at South Tyneside Magistrates Court.

South Tyneside man denies assaulting his former partner

Seasonal scenes for you to enjoy but how many do you recognise?

Stunning retro autumn scenes from South Tyneside from down the years

South Tyneside Council Local Election Candidates 2024 for the Westoe ward, from left: Sandra Duncan, Georgina Holt, Kate Owens-Palmer.

Candidates standing in the Westoe ward in the 2024 local elections

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court

Man crashed an electric bike while under the influence of drugs

The Black Candle, on Dean Road, in South Shields. Photo: National World.

A new coffee house and bar is giving a nod to South Tyneside's past

International Women's Day event to show role of women in industry

After 120 years, Barnes Road Junior School finally got a dining room, converted from the air raid shelter that stood in the yard. Does this bring back memories of 1970?

Eight retro pictures of 1970s school days in South Tyneside

Plans to relocate South Tyneside College have been approved.

College relocation branded as 'game changing' for South Shields

Avant Homes is proposing to build 260 new homes at the site of South Tyneside College.

Councillors approve plans to build 260 new homes despite objections

Plans to relocate South Tyneside College have been approved.

Plans to relocate South Tyneside College get given the green light

The case was dealt with at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Man who threatened to kill his girlfriend is put behind bars

The former Central Library in South Shields. Photo: Google Maps.

Readers reflect on the former Central Library as demolition starts

Demolition work at the former Central Library in South Shields is underway. Photo: Other 3rd Party.

Work starts on the last site for the South Tyneside College relocation

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates Court

Flat tyre leads police to discover woman’s drink-driving

Avant Homes is proposing to build 260 new homes at the site of South Tyneside College (CGI Indicative of housetypes to be built)

Plans officially submitted to demolish college and build huge housing estate
Major plans to demolish a college campus to make way for a huge housing estate have been submitted to borough development bosses.
Chris Binding

Irene Hay celebrated her 100th birthday on Tuesday, July 18.

South Shields care home celebrates Irene Hay turning 100-years-old

New equipment. including tape recorders, radios and film equipment, were regularly used at Ocean Road and a special room was set aside for these teaching aids. Photo: Shields Gazette

8 photos and memories of South Tyneside schools in the 1970s

The former Central Library building is set to be demolished. Photo: Other 3rd Party.

Demolition work gets underway in South Shields town centre

Bradley George, 15

South Shields teenager aims to run 57 half marathons in 57 days

Stephen will be getting the hair cut at Crown Hair and Beauty.

South Shields man to cut long locks for charities at Westoe salon

(L TO R) Georgie Holt, Glenn Thompson, Michelle Turnbull

Meet the candidates standing in the Westoe ward

Andrew Craig

Four-bed Westoe terraced home with sublime design yours for appealing price

Pattinson Estate Agents

Three-storey Westoe home overlooking Mowbray Park yours for attractive price

The outside of the property at Mowbray Road, South Shields

Flat situated in sought after area is perfect for first time buyers

The property is in Westoe Village, South Shields NE33

See inside Westoe dream home with jacuzzi bath and huge garden

South Tyneside Council Leader Cllr Tracey Dixon with MGL Demolition contracts manager Chris Little overseeing demolition of Coronation Street, South Shields.

Building demolition sees town centre college campus edge closer
South Tyneside College is hoping to move from Westoe to the centre of South Shields.
Jason Button

Andrew Craig

Westoe home overlooking Mowbray Park on the market for appealing price

Readhead Park.

Councillors storm out of meeting as row over dog exercise area continues

Andrew Craig

Spacious four-bed Westoe home hits the market for eye-catching bargain price

Mortimer Community College pupil Bradley George has ran 7 half marathons in 7 days for Key 2 Life foodbank.

South Shields teenager raises over £1,000 for local food bank

Imeary Street Surgery, South Shields. Picture c/o Google Streetview.

Plan to move GP surgery to new location in bid to improve service

The cost of living crisis is being blamed for the rise because unhappy couples in Tyne and Wear cannot afford to divorce and are having discreet affairs instead.

Report claims more than 2,800 people having affairs in South Tyneside

Stock picture c/o Pixabay of kebab meat.

Plans refused for kebab shop and barbers in former clothes shop

Readhead Road, South Shields.

Home extension plans rejected by planning chiefs

Stock picture c/o Pixabay of kebab meat.

'Best Doner' kebab shop and barbers planned for former clothes shop

The Great North Air Ambulance was called to South Shields

Air ambulance called to South Shields after medical emergency

Lots of fun at Westoe Village Fete 2022, held on Saturday, June 25.

Milestone day as Westoe Village Fete celebrates 50th year

The fayre is celebrating its 50th year

Westoe Village Fete returns for 50th year

Local elections are due to be held on Thursday, May 5

Meet the candidates for Westoe for the South Tyneside Council election on May 5

These are the areas of South Tyneside where Covid-19 cases continue to remain high.

The 12 areas in South Tyneside where Covid-19 cases remain high

Joe's sweet shop

Schoolboy sets up sweet shop to help raise funds for Ukraine,

Councillor Glenn Thompson with South Shields KFC staff taking part in litter pick

KFC leads litter picking in South Shields as part of Great British Spring Clean

Mike McGurrell, chairman of South Shields Tennis Club.

Tennis club members looking forward to brighter future

Lauren Waine as Bella Reay.

International Women's Day event to celebrate footballing achievements of 'Wor Be...

Festivals and fundraisers. We have all that and more in our 2003 spotlight.

Nine pictures of life in South Tyneside in 2003 as we rewind almost two decades

Westoe Methodist Church is to close in April 2022.

Historic church to close its doors after more than 100 years

These are the areas of South Tyneside where Covid-19 cases are falling the fastest.

The areas of South Tyneside where Covid-19 cases are falling the fastest

Storm Arwen damage at South Shields and Westoe Club. Picture by Duncan Murray.

South Tyneside sports clubs fighting back after Storm Arwen

South Tyneside Council Cllr Ernest Gibson and Glenn Thomspon with Friends of Readhead Park, South Shields, Adrienne Arthur, Martin Kaupa, Bruce Watson and Paul Brenen, with the parks Green Flag Award.

A lesser-visited park has won a prestigious Green Flag for the first time

Seasonal scenes for you to enjoy but how many do you recognise?

10 retro autumn scenes from South Tyneside - from falling leaves to stage shows

Lots of face painting scenes but can you spot someone you know?

Painting a picture of the past

A previous Durham Miners' Gala

Miners Gala to take place in South Shields

Robbie Plewa, four, with mam Sam. Ollie was delighted when Northumbrian Water paid him a surprise visit.

Four-year-old obsessed with water gets special treat from company

The 'lost' pigeon has been living on the roof of a South Shields conservatory.

Appeal to reunite lost South Shields pigeon with owner

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