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The Pigeon Loft with a View – North Shields’ Hidden History at Salt Market

Back in the ‘80s, a local businessman built one of the North’s fanciest pigeon lofts — right on the Fish Quay roof that’s now the Salt Market Social. Here’s the story of Tom Young, the man who mixed business with birds and left his mark high above North Shields.

New policing base opens at North Shields Transport Hub to tackle anti-social behaviour

A new policing base has opened at North Shields Transport Hub, to help address anti-social behaviour and improve safety for passengers, staff and the wider community. It means Northumbria Police and North Tyneside Council’s community protection team have a visible presence on site, with a faster response to incidents in the area.

Dayne Henderson – Latex Fashion Designer from North Shields

Dayne Henderson is an underground fashion designer from North Shields, creating avant-garde latex couture. From Lady Gaga’s world tour to fetish club catwalks, Henderson’s work blends industrial aesthetics with deep personal storytelling.

Funding boost for Helix Arts Centre

Helix Arts Centre has received grant funding to help 400 more residents in North Tyneside. The funding from the Legal and General Health Equity Fund...

POETRY: the sycamore gap.

By Hanzala Mojibi was it all toooffensive,that i existed? was it rudethat i stood still,silent,a night watch on the northern wall? is itrooted deep,a primal urge to...

Percy Park Pirates is looking for new members

New electronic label launch: Kryptic Communications

A new specialist electronic music label, Kryptic Communications, is due to launch in North Shields in October. Kryptic Communications will be focusing on vinyl releases,...

Sweet Patisserie: Baking the world a better place

And the lady who wants to make that happen is Emma Carlton.  Emma is the proud owner and founder of a very successful international business,...

DJ Schak returns to North Tyneside to inspire local youth

Global music star, DJ Schak, visits YMCA North Tyneside to share powerful messages about passion, hard work, and pursuing what you love. Global music star DJ Schak...

POETRY: Tyne Brand

By Dean Jolly Long shadows cast by seagulls on the quayUpon the walls of the old brick factory.Inside, a blackbird's eyes adjust to seeThrough a...