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We’re proud to be your local station for South Shields, Tynemouth, Newcastle, and Gateshead – broadcasting from our studios at The Pride Media Centre in Pelaw. Affinity Radio is dedicated to connecting, informing, and entertaining the North East.
Launched as Radio Shields in December 2021, we expanded in December 2024 with Affinity Radio Newcastle. Then in June 2025, following Ofcom approval, both services united to form Affinity Radio North East – one strong, community-driven station for the region.
With a mix of great music, local news, and real community stories, Affinity Radio is powered by passion and fuelled by the North East.
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Local News from across Tyne & Wear
- Gary Speed's telling gesture revealed as former player opens up about Newcastle icon
Former Sheffield United striker Jamie Ward has reflected on playing for the late Gary Speed, sharing a poignant story that encapsulated the cherished former Newcastle United star
- Bryan Mbeumo's off-camera plea after Newcastle United, Man United and Spurs transfer talk
Newcastle United target Bryan Mbeumo's wage demands proved problematic for the Magpies and the forward has stayed tight-lipped on his future as Manchester United and Tottenham push for a breakthrough
- 'I'm so beautiful and successful men are too scared to ask me out'
Harriotte Lane, 24, has been named Miss Grand United Kingdom and is competing for a world beauty title in Thailand - but is single
- Anyone with houseplants in their home urged to make one change this summer
Houseplants need sunlight to grow but during the heatwave, home owners are encouraged to make sure they provide shade and avoid sun scorch on their beloved plants and flowers
- Free bus passes update for over 60s in England as major milestone reached
The campaign has gained traction as a petition calling for all over-60s to be granted free bus travel in England
- Amazon drops deal on 'whisper-quiet' fan hailed as a 'lifesaver' in UK heatwaves
The Levoit 28dB Tower Fan has earned thousands of five-star reviews for its 'clever' design and 'extremely quiet' performance built for bedrooms
- Gardeners can use one item 'highly disliked' by pigeons to keep them away
This item can be used for gardens, balconies, ledges, fences and other outdoor areas and can help to discourage pigeons from settling there
- Newcastle United star William Osula's two word answer as Eddie Howe sent brilliant message
The Newcastle star has been one of the stars of the tournament so far in Slovakia
- Paul Mitchell must finally do something Newcastle United have ignored since 2021
Newcastle United transfer latest as Paul Mitchell looks to make breakthrough
- Drivers warned to remove these five items from cars before the end of June
The UK is set to bake in a 33C heatwave before the end of June - but there are five common items that you should never leave in a hot car, as they can become dangerous