A new Pan-American destination restaurant has been inspired by the region’s industrial heritage. The Karbon Grill, Kitchen and Bar, which is set to launch in Sunderland’s new Hilton Garden Inn hotel, has used the North East’s proud industrial heritage to inspire its name. The name pays homage, with a contemporary […]
Everyone is invited to come along and join in the fun at the annual Active Sunderland BIG Bike Ride. The event, which offers three alternative rides, providing a route to suit all ages and abilities, takes place on Sunday, June 12. All of the rides will start on the Riverside […]
The University of Sunderland is collaborating with North-East business, Accenture, on a new degree apprenticeship. The programme, which is endorsed by the Tech Partnership, allows the students to attend university, while also being employed full-time. The University is continuing its work to deliver graduates with higher-level skills and address the […]
Tattooists in Sunderland must meet strict hygiene standards to become part of the City Council’s accreditation registration scheme. Tattoo businesses in the city and across the region are being rated on their hygiene as part of a new scheme. The scheme aims to raise standards and help the public make […]
Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at a commercial garage in Houghton. It happened in the early minutes of Friday, February 26, between 00.05 hours and 00.34am, at Stratstone Aston Martin, Stoneygate. Thieves entered the compound and stole three alloy wheels and a jet pressure washer. Police are […]
Sharon Hodgson MP has welcomed the launch of a new carers campaign. The MP for Washington and Sunderland West welcomed the launch of the Honeypot Campaign – For Children Who Care. Honeypot, a children’s charity, is leading a campaign to recognise the specific needs of children aged between 5 and 12 […]
Generations of people are coming together to remember those who lost their lives in the First World War Zeppelin attack on Sunderland. A programme of centenary commemorations of the First World War air raid attack which killed 22 people and injured many more takes place this week. One of the […]
A series of major roadworks are due to start on the south side of the river in Sunderland as work continues to develop the New Wear Crossing. Work will begin in Pallion on Monday, April 4, with the removal of the traffic islands and the roundabout that connects Pallion New […]
Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens allows children to dive in the Then and Now exhibition The Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens is currently hosting a themed event. The Museum is offering families and especially children the opportunity to experience the current Then and Now exhibition in a fun and interesting […]
The mayor of Sunderland Councilor Barry Curran organised Steam and Cream charity event to celebrate the refurbishment of Ryhope Engines Museum and support businesses. The access to the building, which was built in the 1860s, has been improved after a disabled access lift was installed. An on-site ‘virtual tour’ of the rest of […]