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John Foster Spence (1818-1901) – the ‘Grand Old Man of Shields’ 

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By Rachel Chapman Over the centuries, North Shields has been the home of many great people committed to improving the lives of others.  One such person was Quaker, John Foster Spence...

Sir James Knott (1855-1934) – one of the great folk of Shields 

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By Rachel Chapman   From humble beginnings, Sir James Knott – shipping magnate, entrepreneur and philanthropist – became one of the great folk who helped shape North Shields.  The iconic Knotts Flats,...

70 Years of Friendship: Sylvia and Lynette’s Extraordinary Journey

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Friends still meeting more than 70 years later  Two familiar faces at the Old Low Light Heritage Centre, North Shields Fish Quay, Sylvia Lambert and Lynette Scott, have been friends...

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Podcast: Two Plastic Geordies

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For friends Jake Rusby and Dave Hemming, a long-standing joke has somehow become a reality.  The two North Shields residents have launched a new podcast,...

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Local Hero: Enigma of Jett

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