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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
- Newcastle grandad considering escaping Jerusalem by bus after becoming stranded during Iranian missile strikes
James Eden, 72, flew to Israel last Monday for a six-day Christian pilgrimage but has now found himself trapped in a near-deserted city
- 'It's a whirlwind' - Tyneside families celebrate Father's Day with adorable newborns
Two families told ChronicleLive how special their first Father's Day with an hours-old baby had been
- Major HMRC income tax change sparks warning over hefty fines for thousands
The warning over self assessment tax returns has been made as people face penalties adding up to £900 - here's what the experts say
- Newcastle United right to make £250m transfer demand as dream Jack Grealish scenario clear
The latest Newcastle United transfer news and opinion as we take a look at the latest reports involving Anthony Gordon, Alexander Isak and Jack Grealish
- Sam Fender fan ends up on stage in front of 50,000 in Newcastle thanks to message on pillowcase
A young Sam Fender fan ended up on stage at St James' Park on Saturday night in front of 50,000 fans
- Soccer Aid free live stream, TV channel and confirmed players as England take on Rest of the World
Soccer Aid for UNICEF returns tonight as an England XI takes on the Rest of the World at Manchester United's Old Trafford
- Drivers issued 'surprise' £100 fine warning over driveway car parking rule
Motoring experts say this may 'come as a surprise' as they warn drivers about the little-known rule - here's what you need to know
- Sam Fender breaks silence on final night at St James' with three word statement hours before gig
Sam Fender took to Instagram to address his third and final gig at St James' Park in Newcastle this weekend
- Sam Fender in Newcastle LIVE: Final St James' gig beckons as 50,000 expected inside stadium
Sam Fender is back at St James' Park in Newcastle on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday for three dates on his People Watching tour
- Sean Longstaff asking price set as Newcastle United star reaches career crossroads
Newcastle United must decide if they want to cash in on the Academy product or risk losing him for free next summer