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At an event at THE GLOBE GALLERY on Saturday night, brothers Chris Donald and Simon Donald revealed they’re producing a special North Shields edition of the comic to celebrate the town’s 800th anniversary.

When my late mother, Veronica, answered an Amber Films advert in the 1980s, she never imagined how much those North Shields singalongs would change her life. From the smoky nights of the New Clarendon pub to cassette recordings capturing forgotten songs, characters, and the warmth of Shields community spirit, this story revisits a lost world. Featuring connections to Amber’s iconic dramas like Shields Stories and In Fading Light, and even a German film crew’s visit, the tapes reveal both laughter and poignancy. As I press play nearly forty years later, voices rise again — reminding us of a time when everyday folk filled local pubs with music, humour, and camaraderie. This is more than history: it’s a community memory waiting to be rediscovered.

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...

From a chance encounter on an online musicians' forum, to the release of their highly anticipated debut album ‘Remember!,’ Brindle's Manse have forged a unique sound that defies easy categorisation. Hailing from diverse backgrounds—Florida, Ukraine, and Northumberland —the band's journey is a testament to the power of shared musical tastes and a passion for creating something truly original. Their distinctive blend of angular guitar, jazz-infused drums, and captivating vocals has carved out a loyal following, proving that in a world saturated with digital music, there's still a strong appetite for authentic, engaging live performances and tangible releases.

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...

Thanks to John Peacock, I had the massive pleasure of visiting Red to see Ben Ottewell, Healy and Luke Porter. With a theatre and recording studio, Red is a recently opened multi-purpose...

North Shields, UK — I Love North Shields is proud to announce its first ever I Love North Shields LIVE event, taking place on Sunday 5 October 2025, from 11am to 9pm at Salt Market Social. This brand-new flagship event will bring the much-loved local magazine and platform I Love North Shields to life, turning the Salt Market into a welcoming hub of community, culture, and creativity. With free entry, the event invites everyone to come together to celebrate all things North Shields.

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,...

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,...

Through the project ‘The Bombing of North Shields’, the children carried out real-world research and learned practical documentary photography skills to explore the lasting consequences of the bombings. Using old photos and maps, they worked out walking routes of the many sites where bombs had fallen around the town to observe the effect they had on the area.