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Shields Gazette
A very merry afternoon at Rich and Fancy cafe
Christmas is almost here!
2 min |
December 19, 2025
Shields Gazette
South Tyneside's spirit shines through during the hard times
The year 2025 has been tough for many people but the borough's community spirit has shone through the adversity.
3 min |
December 19, 2025
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Hundreds played their part in lighting up the Winter Parade
The Cultural Spring once again played a leading role in this year's Winter Parade.
1 min |
December 19, 2025
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F1 back in Portimao for the 2027 season
Formula
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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More than half of borough children not taking enough regular exercise
More than half of children in South Tyneside were not taking enough exercise last year, new figures show.
2 min |
December 18, 2025
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Knocked over tree mystery... and who will have to fix it
It is nice to have a few days off work in the run up to Christmas and to start the mini-break with a lie in ahead of the busy planning for the forthcoming festivities.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Toon mentality a problem Eddie must solve, and fast
Eddie Howe has addressed questions surrounding his team's mentality.
2 min |
December 18, 2025
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Road upgrade is key milestone for economic growth
Major road improvement works on the A1290 at the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP) have now been completed, marking a significant milestone for economic growth in South Tyneside and Sunderland.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Cash calling the shots in sport
The build up to the 2026 World cup is another reminder that big business dominates modern sport, often at the expense of genuine athletic achievement.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Magpies miss out on financial boost following FA Cup TV call
Newcastle United's FA Cup third round clash with Bournemouth will not be shown on live TV in the United Kingdom.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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How To Swim hit home soil for multi-member birthday celebration
On the record
2 min |
December 18, 2025
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Fans’ chief: World Cup prize pot shows FIFA can cut ticket prices
Record-breaking World Cup prize money demonstrates there is no need for FIFA to charge 'extortionate' prices for tickets, a fans' chief has said.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Le Bris has done an 'absolutely splendid' job
Former Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill has praised current Black Cats head coach Regis Le Bris for the job that he has done on Wearside following Sunday's Wear-Tyne derby win over Newcastle United.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Sunderland's victory over rivals a Christmas present for the city
Enzo Le Fée described Sunderland's Wear-Tyne derby victory as 'unbelievable' after playing his part in a memorable win over Newcastle United at the Stadium of Light.
3 min |
December 18, 2025
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Paul says he will 'shock the world' against AJ
Jake Paul says he plans to “shock the world” and “pull off the biggest upset in sports history” as he prepares to take on Anthony Joshua in Miami.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Postnatal relaxation class returns
Special Kalma Mamas Postnatal relaxation: birth to 12 weeks classes are set to return to South Tyneside in the new year.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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2025 breaks mobile data usage record
More than half of people began the year with plans to reduce the time they spent on their phone, but data indicates it was another record-breaking year for mobile data usage, new research suggests.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Children's chief in plea for phone-free festive season
Parents urged to focus on family time during Christmas dinner
3 min |
December 18, 2025
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Students serve up a new look at lifeline foodbank
A South Tyneside foodbank has been transformed thanks to college students.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Howe insists that United haven't gone 'backwards'
Eddie Howe has insisted that Newcastle United have not gone 'backwards' this season, despite collecting one fewer point than they did at the corresponding stage of last campaign and needing to win their next five Premier League matches just to ensure that difference doesn't increase.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Angie's dashing through the ... shop to help fill foodbank shelves
A trolley dash has helped secure essentials for a South Tyneside foodbank.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Event celebrates South Shields' fish and chip legends
Tickets have gone on sale for an evening of conversation and film celebrating a well known South Tyneside family.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Squad depth will ensure Cats cope during AFCON – Le Bris
Régis Le Bris says he believes he has the depth in his squad to cope as six senior players depart to represent their nation in the Africa Cup of Nations.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Half of parents allow phones at Christmas table
Nearly half of parents (48%) with children aged 18 or younger plan to allow phones at the Christmas dinner table this year, a survey has found.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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Zenden insists passion and heart got Cats over the line
Former Sunderland midfielder Bolo Zenden has hailed the Black Cats for the intensity and grit that they showed in their Wear-Tyne derby victory over Newcastle United.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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All Metro drivers now trained on system's new fleet of trains
More than 200 Metro system drivers have now completed their training to take control of the system's new multi-million-pound train fleet.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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'Get me out of here before I start saying Ey up and breeding whippets'
Sue Wilkinson on Christmas Only Fools episodes
3 min |
December 18, 2025
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Questions looks to have the answers
No Questions Asked should be suited by aslight drop intrip for the Howden Noel Novices’ Chase at Ascot on Friday.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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A natural final resting place
Many people are opting to go back to nature by selecting a green burial for when they die.
1 min |
December 18, 2025
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New measures drawn up to help homeless young people
New measures have been approved to help prevent homelessness amongst 16 and 17-year-olds in South Tyneside and support those impacted by it – while councillors have outlined the scale of the issue in the area.
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