Hartlepool Mail photographer Frank Reid headed out across town on Monday to meet some of you as you reunited with loved ones for the first time in weeks as parts of England’s current Covid restrictions were relaxed. Here are 11 pictures taken while out and about – thank you to everyone who stopped to say hello!
1. All smiles
Maureen Calverty, left, with Julie Dickinson at the Croft Gardens in Hartlepool. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Man's best friend
David Brownless with Beau taking a rest at the Headland. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Fresh air
Pat Cheshire, left, and Betty Monkman getting together after a year. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Walkies!
Demi the dog with her owners Gloria Falcone and Rob Harrison. Photo: Frank Reid