The Latest Breaking News from South Shields

Former beggar Karl Wilson, of South Shields, had been helped out in his hour of need by the man he threatened to stab for the sake of £20

Ethan Adams sadly died in August 2021 after a battle with Rhabdomyosarcoma. But his family is determined to use his memory to raise money and awareness for children's cancer causes.

Graham Marchant, of South Shields, admitted breaching a restraining order and harassment and avoided prison "by the skin of your teeth'

Kaftrio was approved for children aged six-11 this month, after previously only being used to treat people aged 12 years and above who have cystic fibrosis

Christopher Todd worked in retail before changing professions a couple of years ago, where he has since built a well-established barber shop in South Shields - attracting celebrity clientele like Sunderland AFC's Dan Neil and Luke O'Nien.

They worry the decision will push people out of the profession - and increase the price and duration of lessons for customers

South Tyneside Council said forcing business owners to sell to push forward with the regeneration would be a last resort

The former Sunderland striker will kick off his managerial career with South Shields take on Warrington Town

South Shields MP Emma Lewell-Buck warned the "reckless" rule could see an exodus of staff.

A man was taken to Sunderland Royal for further treatment.

Graeme Charlton, of Jarrow and Sarah Bowman, of South Shields, were caught when police stopped their car near the Tyne Tunnel and could smell cannabis