South Tyneside Council14 Feb 2026U-turn over art shop closure after outcryGovernment cash is secured to fund the closure threatened shop at The Word library in South Shields.14 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Consultation on future of Grade I town hallSouth Tyneside Council says the Old Town Hall could be brought back into regular use.11 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Paddington animator opposes art shop closureSheila Graber says the shop in South Shields stocks the work of around 55 local artists.11 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Beach hut and retail pod plans approvedCouncil planners give the green light to the South Shields development on the seafront.10 Feb 202631 Jan 2026When are the local elections in South Tyneside?All you need to know about the South Tyneside Council all-out local election on 7 May.31 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Scores of homeless offered beds during cold snapCouncils say they activated severe weather protocols when temperatures dipped below 0C (32F).13 Jan 202629 Dec 2025Bus lane fines generate £2.1m across regionNewcastle City Council came out on top with the highest number of fines issued this year.29 Dec 202528 Dec 2025See Jade Thirlwall's joy at home town honourThe star is praised for her commitment to South Tyneside as she receives the freedom of the borough.28 Dec 202527 Dec 2025New cemetery planned as available graves dwindleJarrow Cemetery has about 20 years worth of burial space left, sparking a search for an alternative.27 Dec 2025...
