For today’s retro we’re taking it back to 1970 with eight South Tyneside memories.
1. On parade
Jazz bands parading past Jarrow Town Hall in September 1970. Photo: Shields Gazette
2. Fun in the Jarrow snow
Sledging fun in Valley View Park, Jarrow, in December 1970. Photo: Shields Gazette
3. Champions at Rippons
Rippons in South Shields won a window display competition in 1970 and Niven Anderson, managing director, was pictured as he received a cheque. Photo: Shields Gazette
4. Safety in mind
The South Shields junior road safety quiz team in March 1970. Who do you recognise? Photo: Shields Gazette
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