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The real heart of North Shields is its people. From volunteers and community groups to local heroes and changemakers — this section celebrates the stories that bring our town together.
Use it or Lose it:YOUR Local libary
By Pauline Stewart
Over the past 25 years, Joyce has always been incredibly helpful and knowledgeable whenever I've visited the library in North Shields, especially...
The Lives of Little Ones
I wrote a piece in December’s issue about a project I’m working on called 100 Days of Little Stories. As part of the project...
I Love North Shields VISITS PATTERDALE ESTATE
I Love North Shields was invited by Cat Morton to visit the Patterdale Estate in the heart of the Lake District.
Sometimes, you just need...
Local Hero: Rowland Lishman
By Rachel Chapman & Kris Grey
Rowland Lishman is one of North Shields’ unsung heroes. Although his name is not widely known throughout the town,...
Snapshots of Shields: The Stories Behind the Photos
By Louise Luke
I was around 11 years old when this photo was taken, with my brother Paul, my mum June, my dad Eric, and...
Painting North Shields Proud Wall Murals That Tell Our Story
Elevation is gearing up for something incredible to celebrate North Shields’ 800th birthday! They’re turning key buildings into vibrant murals that capture the town’s...
All Together Then
By Keith Bruce
Street trips. We don’t seem to do them any more. Yet they were all the rage in Shields during thefifties and sixties....
Local Hero: Charles McManus
By Sarah Storer
A North Shields’ teen has raised nearly £7,000 for charity by running the entire length of the Tyne & Wear Metro system...
In Conversation With… a 102 Year Old
By Mim Robson
Last month Mim Robson met for a chat with her 101 year old grandpa, Harold, and shared part of their chat in...
THE YMCA | The Gymnasium
By Dan Bowen
North Shields resident Dan Bowen wants to sing the praises of the YMCA – particularly the gymnasium…
For most people in their 40s,...
