Business Spotlight

There’s a new arrival on Saville Street in North Shields, with independent art gallery Circus Dog Art opening its doors in the town centre. The...

Inside The Chocolate Smiths’ North Shields factory, where skilled local production, sustainability and pride in place come together in award-winning chocolate manufacturing.

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From hushed conversations to life-changing confidence, Cheryl Tanner is helping women rewrite the menopause narrative in North Shields. Drawing on lived experience, specialist training and a deep sense of community, she shares how personalised movement, education and support can transform both body and mind. This article explores her journey, her clients’ powerful success stories, and why progress—not perfection—is the key to long-term health and wellbeing.

A sweet new partnership is here in North Shields. The Chocolate Smiths have joined the I Love North Shields Tote Bag Challenge, sponsoring our bold Red Tote. Rooted in creativity and community, this cocoa-fuelled collaboration celebrates local pride while supporting independent stories, makers and projects across town — one deliciously vibrant tote at a time.

Step into Artful Barber in North Shields—a one-of-a-kind, 80s horror-themed barbershop where Chucky dolls, signed Scream memorabilia, and a bleached Lost Boys mullet set the scene. Founded by a lifelong horror fan and proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, this inclusive, gender-neutral space is as much about identity and expression as it is about killer cuts. With wheelchair access, quiet appointments, and a warm welcome for all (including dogs!), Artful Barber is where creativity and community come together—no jump scares, just great hair.

Victoria "Tori" Smith's life has been a testament to resilience and dedication. Having faced significant challenges, from navigating a difficult educatiovnoal.l 1 journey to...

By Carol Davison      With a ‘to do’ list as long as your arm, I was surprised to find local businessman and entrepreneur Paul...

Having trained with Musical Theatre Studios, Estill and IVA, Emma Deborah Ward is a specialist in vocal performance. Also graduating from The College of...