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Welcome to Your Local Radio Station
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
- Thomas Tuchel outlines Tino Livramento England role after Kyle Walker nightmare
The England head coach namechecked the Newcastle United star after a night to forget against Senegal
- Secret Dortumund gesture that clinched Jobe Bellingham's Sunderland exit
The former Black Cats star is starting his new life in Germany with the Bundesliga giant
- Tribute to 'unique and inspiring' Geordie Hospital chaplain after inquest finds she took her own life
Dr Emily Watson paid a moving tribute to her partner - the Rev'd Capt Katie Watson - following an inquest which ruled she had died due to suicide
- Amazon undercuts Shark as best-selling cordless vacuum drops from £250 to £170
The Shark PowerPro Cordless Stick Vacuum with Anti Hair Wrap is almost £80 off at Amazon, beating Shark's price by £29.99.
- Dicksons opens new shop in Houghton-le-Spring and creates eight jobs
A further two stores creating new jobs are set to open in the region later this year as South Shields company expands
- Last-minute Father's Day ideas around Newcastle, Northumberland and Durham
Here's a round-up of ideas for a Father's Day treat this Sunday, June 15
- Thug with more than 100 convictions spat in Sunderland partner's face and banged her head off wall
David Vincent, who has a history of domestic violence, was on police bail with conditions not to contact the woman when he attacked her
- Newcastle United's European signing stance as alternative Anthony Elanga tactic considered
Newcastle United need deals that will make financial sense this summer
- Thomas Tuchel has just told Sunderland exactly why they should sign Jordan Henderson
The Black Cats and Rangers have been linked with a move for the England star
- Best ways to beat the heatwave in your home ahead of 30°C temperatures
Quick ways to keep your home cool in the high temperatures, as the government issues heat warnings across the country