Shields Gazette

A tiny radio was often the only way to follow Sunderland in Europe in 1973.

Today's kids don't know the challenge of football on 1970s radios

Dame Catherine Cookson who was born in Tyne Dock in 1906.

Catherine Cookson 120 years on from her birth day

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Job opportunity: Media sales consultant in the North East

The front cover of the new book, and its authors Robbie Book and Keith Tutt.

Son of Wearside fashion icons pens his first novel

Twelve year old Jade Reay with her pet gerbil, Cheddar, pictured in this scene from December 2010.

9 memories of children and their pets in Sunderland and South Tyneside

Volunteers at Boldon and Cleadon Community Library, which is set to be presented with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service.

Community library to receive the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

The Met Office weather for the week ahead suggests predominantly dry and bright conditions.

Everything you need to know about when the wet weather is set to end

Breaking Police officers suspended after alleged misbehaviour on Spain trip

This man was fully in control of his skis in a Wearside scene from 1959.
But in 2013, a single ski was among the items handed in as lost property to Sunderland Police.
Others included three dogs and a lawnmower.

Lost property: Gargoyle, teeth & more in Sunderland and South Tyneside

Shields Gazette readers have reacted to KFC taking over Tim Hortons, in Boldon Colliery.

Would rather of had Wendy's or something that we don't already have

North East residents have been showcasing their felines on National Cat Day 2025.

National Cat Day: Take a look at these 23 impressive felines

Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter's Rehoming Assistant Katie Fulcher-Watkins (left) and Rehoming Manager Jill Neary with Rocko.

Watch how you can adopt a pet from Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter

The final shift for these workers at Boldon Colliery, on June 24, 1982.

One last shift: Boldon miners remembered in 1982

Viv Watts OBE, founder and chief executive of Hope 4 Kidz.

Royal recognition for charity champion Viv

Lilian Reid (left) and Anita Buyers set the scene for this stunning view at the2008 St Nicholas' Church flower festival.

St Nicholas Church: West Boldon in 13 memorable views

All of these dogs have found homes in the North East after being rescued.

National Rescue Dog Day: These dogs have found homes in the North East
All these rescue dogs have found forever homes in the North East.
Ryan Smith

School day reflections from a specialist session on careers in 2010.

Boldon School Careers Day: A 2010 Retrospective

Such a lovely smile from this pupil who took a break from a maths lesson for this 2006 photo.

Monkton Juniors: 13 unforgettable moments

Gary Craig who set a new world record for underpants wearing.

Underpants record holder swaps world record title for gravy wrestling

Hundreds of Plessey workers attended a union meeting at the Empire Theatre in Sunderland in March 1977.

Plessey factory memories: Nostalgia in Sunderland and South Tyneside

Gary Craig who set a new world record for underpants wearing in 2010.

Underpants record holder swaps it for gravy wrestling

South Shields Amusement Park was having a quiet day when this April 1965 photo was taken.

13 nostalgic amusement arcades in Sunderland and South Shields

Alan Mardghum reflects on the Miners Strike.

Miners march gathers momentum 40 years on from end of strike

Beachgoers enjoying a summers day in Whitburn Beach in May 1979 in their 70s attire and even bringing their cars onto the beach.

Our beautiful coastline in 13 bracing photos

Back to 1963 and the games room at the Cleadon and District Working Mens Social Club.

Catch these Cleadon views which cover 56 years of its history

A sinkhole has opened in South Shields on Monday morning

Watch the aftermath as sinkhole opens on residential street

Colin Burgin-Plews who has been given the news that there are no signs of his cancer.

'Amazing news' Local delight as fundraiser makes huge announcement
Just stunning. That’s how you all reacted when we shared some incredible news about top fundraiser Colin Burgin-Plews.
Chris Cordner

The winners of 2024's event at St James' Park.

National World's North East Apprenticeship Awards winners revealed

Rebecca Hodgson's search for more information on her great grandfather Edgar Workman has reached Wearside.

A proud great granddaughter's shipyard quest - see if you can help

North East Apprenticeship Awards 2023: The 15 outstanding winners

Lots of faces from Whitburn Primary School to recognise from 17 years ago.

Nine pictures from a day in the life of Whitburn Primary School in 2006

Angela Reed and an example of her work.

Calligraphy inspired by Lindisfarne Gospels

The Boldon School prom. Do these 2006 scenes bring back memories for you?

10 photos from the Boldon School prom in 2006

Heavy rain causes flooding at Tyne Dock close to Kennedy's pub on the junction of South Eldon Street and Temple Town.

Commuters urged to “drive with care”

Sunny-Jade Boddy, 24, has started yoga sessions for children in South Shields.

Teaching assistant begins dream career as children's yoga instructor

Is there a fundraising event that you recall? Take a look at this collection and see if it brings back memories.

12 salutes to fantastic fundraisers from the North East

See if you can spot someone you know in these 2011 images.

A decade ago but do you remember it?

Newcastle United's English head coach Steve Bruce gestures during the English League Cup quarter final football match between Brentford and Newcastle United at the Brentford Community Stadium in Brentford, England, on December 22, 2020.

Steve Bruce on his future, relegation battle & player commitment

Did we get you on camera in one of our retro photos?

Bowl us over with your tenpin memories

See if you can spot a grotto you remember.

Merry memories of a trip to Santa

How many of these pit scenes do you remember?

Putting the pits in the spotlight

38 Front Street, Cleadon Village

'Exciting' new micropub and brewery to open in former florists

Fans outside St James's Park last season.

Season-ticket refunds on the agenda at Newcastle United

Bird watchers gather near to Souter Lighthouse after reported sightings of rare bird the Booted Warbler. Photo by Steve Lavelle.

Booted Warbler spotted near to Souter Ligthouse

The Cleadon Village Kindergarten graduation at Cleadon Village Little Theatre. Can you spot anyone you know in this photo from seven years ago?

11 pictures of happy days in Cleadon

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives for talks at 10 Downing Street, in central London on March 7, 2018.
British Prime Minister Theresa May will "raise deep concerns at the humanitarian situation" in war-torn Yemen with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his visit to Britain beginning Wednesday, according to her spokesman. / AFP PHOTO / Tolga AKMEN (Photo credit should read TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images)

UK government clarify NUFC takeover stance

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (L) and Saudi Deputy Defence Minister Khalid Bin Salman.

SAFC legend has this to say on the NUFC takeover

Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley

Newcastle United receive major takeover boost as Mike Ashley's masterplan is rev...

The newsroom

3 new journalists wanted to boost our newsroom

Chris Ramsey has spoken to the Shields Gazette about his Strictly Come Dancing journey so far.

Chris Ramsey speaks to the Shields Gazette about Strictly Come Dancing journey s...

Win SAFC tickets

Win tickets to see Sunderland AFC take on Rotherham United

Former Child of Courage Abigail Young turns 18 with parents Philip and Alison Young and sister Imogen, 15

Child of Courage who beat the odds turns 18

Katie Meehan has set up her own beauty and photography blog.

It's all thanks to South Shields: Beauty blogger Katie Meehan champions home tow...

The Sunderland and South Tyneside Best of Health Awards.

Inspirational and emotional: Meet Sunderland and South Tyneside’s Best of Health...

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