Here are 19 photos from the Hartlepool Mail archives of life in Murray Street over the decades

By Madeleine Raine

Published 16th Jan 2024, 16:45 BST

Updated 16th Jan 2024, 17:47 BST

From bakers and restaurants to dog groomers and bicycle shops, Hartlepool’s Murray Street has always served its community well.

Having seen many faces over the years, the Hartlepool Mail thought it was time to share some of those with you with these nostalgic photos from yesteryear.

5. Happy retirement

Laundrette owner, Yvonne Boreland, retires in 2004. Photo: LH

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6. Time to help out

Brenda Buck volunteer and Julie Bell sort clothes at Murray Street's charity shop in 2014. Photo: Frank Reid

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7. Congratulations

The Horizon Centre celebrates its 100th customer in 2004. Photo: LH

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8. Bargain hunting

Locals shop for their bargains in Murray Street's charity shop in 2010. Photo: Frank Reid

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Here are 19 photos from the Hartlepool Mail archives of life in Murray Street over the decades

5. Happy retirement

6. Time to help out

7. Congratulations

8. Bargain hunting

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