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In Response: Meet Steven C. Gull
After reading Mim’s article last month about the local seabirds, Ellen Fernley took to the streets to hear their side of the story. Here’s...
I Love Little Things
By Mim Robson I LOVE LITTLE THINGS As a child I had a fascination for small objects and ornaments. At some point my parents put up...
The Ear-splitting Willie Laidler: North Shields’ loudmouth extraordinaire
Meet Willie Laidler, North Shields’ legendary Town Crier and officially Britain’s biggest loudmouth. With a 113-decibel voice, a hand bell and a cry rooted in medieval tradition, Willie brought history to life on local streets. From opening shops and summer fayres to national competitions and community events, his booming announcements and unmistakable presence made him a true local icon—proof that tradition, pride and a powerful voice can still bring a town together.
Here Come The Gulls
By Mim Robson | Artwork by Simon Hetherington I can’t get a moment’s peace. One day the other week everyone I met on my street...
Ahoy There!
By Mim Robson I was out walking at sunset the other night at the Fish Quay when I caught a whiff of bonfire. The tide...
Remember THE SMELL?
By Diane Wailes People often talk about how the appearance of North Shields has changed over the years. But how many older readers also remember...
A Stream of Curmudgeonly Consciousness that has Little to do with Hats!
By Barry Hutchings Warning! The following is a load of ole waffle and contains no inner truths. 1972. The Illicit hat trade was out of hand....
Your Stories: BROTHERLY LOVE OF THE SEA
By Kristine Grey The history of North Shields is inextricably linked to sea faring and one North Shields family certainly played their part in that...
MEMOIRS OF A NORTHERN LASS
By Diane Wailes Carol Mary Belshaw is 93 years young and her memory is as sharp as a pin; a treasure trove of recollections of...
70 Years of Friendship: Sylvia and Lynette’s Extraordinary Journey
Two familiar faces at the Old Low Light Heritage Centre, North Shields Fish Quay, Sylvia Lambert and Lynette Scott, have been friends for more than 70 years, meeting at a boarding school for children following the death of a parent during Merchant Navy service.
