As the government finally admits the link between food banks and Universal Credit, Sarah Sinclair meets those let down by the system. “I don’t know if I’ll get through one day to the next, that’s the honest answer,” admits dad of one, Glen, at Bethany City Church food bank. “If […]
One youngster a week is being admitted to hospital with conditions caused by alcohol abuse in Sunderland, according to new figures. In Sunderland, 151 children were taken to hospital with illnesses directly linked to excessive drinking between April 2015 and March 2018. That’s a rate of 93 admissions for every […]
Recent data published by the Office for National Statistics has triggered a raise in concern, across many mental health organisations, over increasing University student suicides. Data shows that there has been a steady increase in the number suicides among UK university students since the year 2000, specifically male undergraduates. According […]
Sunderland City Council has approved the plan to increase council tax for almost 4 per cent to compensate for government’s funding cuts. The plan, which was first proposed in November as part of council budget planning, has been finalised at City Council Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, February 13. The plan […]
Over 250 people took advantage of an initiative to combat loneliness as bus provider Go North East had a ten-strong team of ‘chatty champions’ who boarded over 30 buses across the region with the aim of getting people to talk. The one-day mission took place on the January 29, 2019 […]
By Daisy Aitchison On Saturday, February 9, response officers from Northumbria Police got a shock when they found a cannabis farm in a loft after escorting a drunk woman home. Police initially responded to a call from a member of the public concerned for the welfare of a woman in […]
We all get excited when it comes to Valentine’s Day. Candles, savoury food, chocolate and roses can be found everywhere to make the atmosphere perfect on February 14. SR NEWS gives you some tips on how to get the most out of your V-day. People may spend the night in […]
With Valentine’s Day arriving tomorrow, here are some questionable icebreakers that you could use to win over a date for the most romantic day of the year. 1. Wrong Time of Day: Sunderland University student Liam Knox, 22, suggests to break the ice you should say: “Evening.” Even (or […]
By Daisy Aitchison The local charity Cats Protection is desperately seeking short term fosterers who can help care for abandoned cats before they move to their permanent home. Cats Protection, which operates volunteer-run branches in Newcastle, Gateshead, East Northumberland and North Tyneside, is searching for cat lovers who have a […]
North East charity Balance has warned the public that regular alcohol consumption can increase the risk of breast cancer. Studies show only 38% of North East women were aware that alcohol raises this risk – the equivalent to four in 10 women. […]