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Jack Hanley played on Hebburn Town FC's reserve team.

Hebburn football club’s tribute to player, 20, after tragic death

L-R – Operations Director Stagecoach Colin Newbury / Nexus Customer Services Operations Manager Kevin Leonard / Nexus Security Manager David Eagleton / Councillor Karen Pittuck, Lead Member for Highways, Neighbourhoods and Community Safety at South Tyneside Council / Northumbria Police Assistant Chief Constable Stephen Wykes / Northumbria Police ASB Lead, Super Intendent Darren Adams / Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Susan Dungworth / Northumbria Police Chief Inspector Phil Baker / Peter Gibson Go Ahead Supervisor.

New hub to tackle crime in South Shields

Christopher Ions, 39, who has received a suspended sentence at Newcastle Crown Court after he carried out a revenge arson attack on his own mother's car when she reported him to the police for suspected drink driving.

South Shields son’s revenge arson attack on widow’s car

Jack Hanley played on Hebburn Town FC's reserve team.

Hebburn football club’s tribute to player, 20, after tragic death

Cllr Steve Cain visited the Town Hall.

A look behind the scaffolding at South Shields Town Hall

South Tyneside

Council ‘experiencing disruption’ due to Microsoft outage

Mark Harvey changed his career after volunteering.

NHS volunteer in sixties secures permanent role in South Tyneside

The Whitburn Village Cafe is getting ready to open

‘Everyone’s really excited’ - Whitburn Village Cafe gets ready to open

Children at Nurserytime in South Shields visited their local cenotaph for Remembrance Day.

South Shields nursery children pay respects for Remembrance Day

South Tyneside Council is proposing to demolish Brinkburn CIO as part of a wider regeneration of the site.

Girls’ footy club fears it could fold as council axes centre pitches

The case was heard at Newcastle Crown Court.

Breaking Knife attack at South Shields party left victim scarred for life

Remembrance Sunday in South Shields.

Town turns out to salute our Armed Forces

Crime

The Durham Miners’ Hall, also known as Redhills, the home of the Durham Miners Association, will host a listening event to hear experiences of the Battle of Orgreave. The confrontation between police and miners in 1984 was a major event during the miners' strike which started that year.

Miners urged to join Orgreave inquiry event at Redhills

The case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Man appears in court over allegations he threatened a shopkeeper

Prolific thief stole dog grooming items during a 10-day crime spree

Bradley Lowery was a regular mascot at Sunderland AFC games.

Arrest made after alleged incident involving photo of Bradley Lowery

Watch an armed robber dressed as The Joker cause terror in Morrisons

Richard Hall

Public transport menace jailed after repeated defecation in vehicles

Sport

Colin Firth attends the "Disclosure Day" photocall at Rose Court on 5 June 2026 in London, England.

Premier League club releases Christmas advert starring Colin Firth
A number of football clubs have released Christmas adverts this year.
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Alan Shearer (inset) and Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle.

Alan Shearer honest - tells NUFC fans brutal Matthias Jaissle reality

Dan Burn of England during the UEFA Nations League 2026/27 group phase match between England and Croatia at Wembley Stadium on November 12, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Dan Burn reacts to late England call-up - ‘wasn’t probably expecting’

Aladji Bamba (left) and Newcastle United winger Bazoumana Toure.

What is happening with Toure and Bamba at Newcastle United?

The Magpies have used Matias Fernandez-Pardo and Yoane Wissa up in recent weeks. Albeit, to little avail. Osula started the season as the first-choice striker before suffering a foot injury on the opening day. He is fit again - and Jaissle must let him off the leash.

‘See for themselves’ - Will Osula sends message to Newcastle fans

Newcastle United

Jacob Murphy of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team’s first goal with teammate Joe Willock during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Fulham and Newcastle United at Craven Cottage on November 07, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

NUFC ‘leader’ breaks silence on surprise Matthias Jaissle omission
Jacob Murphy was a surprise omission from Newcastle United’s Player Leadership Group.
Jordan Cronin

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle.

‘Massive pressure’ - NUFC favourite speaks out on Matthias Jaissle job

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - AUGUST 23: Aladji Bamba of Newcastle United looks dejected after a penalty is awarded to Liverpool during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Newcastle United and Liverpool FC at St James' Park on August 23, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Newcastle United make Aladji Bamba transfer decision

Matthias Jaissle, Manager of Newcastle United, applauds the fans after the Premier League 2026/27 match between Crystal Palace FC and Newcastle United at Selhurst Park on October 25, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

First Premier League manager exit confirmed as NUFC back Jaissle

Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United, reacts during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester United at St James' Park on March 04, 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Manchester United make Eddie Howe decision as NUFC watch on

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Sunderland AFC

Granit Xhaka.

Exclusive Ex-SAFC boss Poyet explains 'very important' role Xhaka must fulfil
Gus Poyet has been discussing Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka.
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Tom Proctor

Tom Proctor on ‘dream come true’ and being coached by his dad

Sunderland fans in action during the win against Chelsea at the Stadium of Light.

SAFC allocation confirmed as RAWA release statement over 'bubble-gate'

Sunderland fans in action during the win against Chelsea.

Sunderland issue updated message to fans ahead of NUFC derby

Coventry City fan’s unexpected gift leaves Bradley Lowery Foundation ‘speechless’ after Sunderland incident

Coventry City fan’s gift leaves Bradley Lowery Foundation ‘speechless’

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Retro

Staff from Dexters in Ocean Road raised money from collections with customers.
Pictured were, left to right: Carol Robinson, cook, David Ferries, manager, and Jerry Wallace, : barmaid.

Super South Tyneside and its fantastic support for Children In Need
ou have climbed into baths of beans, dressed as students from St Trinian’s and held pyjama parties
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The OZ nightclub in Crossgate which opened in 1988.

When Oz club opened with neon lights, silver trees and a waterfall

These youngsters seemed to be having a great time during this creative session at the school 20 years ago.

Class memories from St Joseph's Primary School in 15 pictures

The Viking, which later became the Ben Lomond in Grange Road West, hosted the Terry Slessor Duo.
The female duo Ragidolls were also due to perform.

11 great offers in South Tyneside pubs and clubs in 1991

Five-year-old Danny Carrington twice came to the rescue when two acts failed to show up at the Cookson Festival.
He jumped on stage and stole the show cracking jokes and singing songs. But Tommy the Trumpeter lost the youngster’s address and couldn’t thank him in person.
The duo was reunited after Danny’s mum read the Gazette’s plea for her son to get in touch in 1996.

The little boy who saved the Cookson Festival

Homes & Gardens

Browns Estate Agents, South Shields

The beach is a short walk from this lovely 3-bed South Shields house
‘Ideally situated within the highly sought-after Westoe Crown development’
Chris Cordner

Leary and Holmes, East Boldon

Cleadon house with 4 bedrooms, a conservatory and lots of garden space

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Andrew Craig, Boldon

Fantastic East Boldon home comes with a kitchen which is unused

Mrs Hinch uses this clothes airer to help dry her laundry indoors.

This is the clothes airer Mrs Hinch told fans she 'fell in love with'

Food & Drink

Haier's dishwasher range is renowned for being smart and incredibly capable - so we put that to the test

Haier I-Pro Shine Series 6: Living with a seriously clever dishwasher
From a countdown projected on the floor to AI-powered washing programmes, Haier’s smart dishwasher promises plenty. After several weeks and a house party’s worth of washing up, I’m thoroughly won over
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All these South Tyneside businesses were given a new food hygiene rating in October 2026.

These businesses received a new food hygiene rating in October 2026

Tempting Christmas gift collections from Cartwright & Butler and Prestige Hampers, packed with festive treats, sweet indulgences and savoury favourites.

Luxury Christmas hampers packed with festive surprises

The Crown & Anchor, in Jarrow.

‘Traditional’ Jarrow pub goes up for sale for £155,000

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What's On

The Customs House, in South Shields.

Customs House offers £20 pantomime tickets to Blue Light card holders

The group will meet at Jarrow Mindset on Wednesday.

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Come along to Market Place on Saturday, August 22.

Santa set to come to South Shields Market event this November

The Jam tribute band The Sham are heading north.

Top UK tribute band to The Jam heads to Durham

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People

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Opinion

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Council teams repaired more than 8,200 potholes last year.

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Cllr Alex Barr arriving at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, October 21.

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Business

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Water is in the headlines.

Council welcomes Government moves for more local say on water

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