By Smriti Gopal, Lottie O’Neill and Phoebe Tonks More than 300,000 people visited the Sunderland Illuminations, before they drew to a close on November 5. The annual light installations between Roker and Seaburn, have dazzled locals and tourists alike for the past six weeks, with several visitors braving the wet […]
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North East set to be poorer as a result of BREXIT
Liberal Democrat Lord Shipley said: “It (the BREXIT vote) means that we’ll be poorer.” Lord Shipley adds: “My estimate is that we will be as a part of the country, 10-15 percent poorer in terms of the size of our economy.” He feels that this is result of the halt […]
Young Sunderland politicians debate in Westminster
Two Sunderland youngsters have been selected to debate a range of topics at Westminster as part of the national ‘Make your Mark’ ballot. Thomas Crawford, 17, from Hastings Hill and Rachel Krajovska, 16, from Grangetown, were the two Sunderland members of youth parliament (MYP’s) selected for the event that took place on […]
13 things to expect from Sunderland’s Remembrance events in numbers
This Sunday (November 13) Sunderland, the region and the country will pay their respects at the annual Remembrance parade and service, as well as other events. But what can we expect, in numbers, from the city’s tribute events? One city mayor – The mayor for the city of Sunderland, Councillor Alan Emerson, will be at […]
Stagecoach set to launch contactless payments on buses
Commuters have welcomed contactless payments on Stagecoach buses in Tyne and Wear in the hope that they will stop buses being late. Following the £2million development of their app, Stagecoach are hoping this investment will allow for faster and more convenient journeys. The public will be able to buy tickets of […]
Sunderland Remembrance Parade and Service to take place this Sunday
Hundreds of Sunderland’s military personnel will join the Mayor of Sunderland to pay their respects at the annual Remembrance Parade and Service on Sunday, 13 November 2016. Leading the parade is the Band of the Royal Corps of Signals and the Bearpark and Esh Colliery Band. The following units will […]
Eight places you must visit across Sunderland this Autumn
As Winter draws nearer and the darker nights set in, there’s still loads to do and see across Sunderland. Check out our list of eight things we think are a selection of must visit places across City. 1. National Glass Centre One of Sunderland’s most famous free attractions – The National […]
The top eight quirky places to eat in the North East
From unconventional restaurant dining to contemporary kitty cafes. You may not know they exist now but it is about time you do. Take a look at these eight handpicked establishments from around the North East; there’s bound to be something that will get your mouth watering!
Sunderland City Council to increase parking regulations enforcement
Sunderland City Council will be increasing its evening and weekend parking regulations enforcement starting on Thursday December 1, 2016. This gives the option of extra enforcement patrols up to 10pm. The increase in enforcement is a result of feedback from Sunderland’s road users such as businesses, transport services, residents and other organisations […]
Remembering Sunderland’s Fallen: Poppy Appeal 2016
The Royal British Legion has launched the 2016 Sunderland Poppy Appeal. The Mayor of Sunderland, Councillor Alan Emerson, has welcomed Sunderland’s veterans to launch the appeal. The annual visit is a Mayoral tradition to show the Council’s support for the appeal. Coun Emerson said: “It is an honour as Mayor […]