
Say hello to the new sensory play centre providing a safe place for those with special needs…
A rainbow of hope forms during the Covid storm thanks to a new sensory play centre providing a safe place for children, young people and adults with special needs… Here’s everything you need to know about the North East’s new sensory play centre… A...

Sunderland entrepreneur keeps critical drug supplies going during pandemic
As supply chains continue to feel the strain under the coronavirus pandemic, a Sunderland Engineering graduate is helping make sure medicine is still being delivered to patients around the world. Florian Hildebrand is the co-founder and managing partner of...

Celebrating International Women’s Day in Sunderland
With International Women’s Day landing on 8th March, we’re taking a look at the women who shaped Sunderland’s past and the women shaping Sunderland’s future. Introducing the Rebel Women of Sunderland; a stunning project from Sunderland Culture that shines a...

Your guide to fun kids activities in Sunderland this spring
Fun things to do in Sunderland for the whole family as the sunny days return to the city, the coast and beyond... Get fit for FoL We're making 2021 the year of fitness...

The Bridges are backing independent businesses across Sunderland
The Bridges is on a mission to bring independent businesses to the forefront of the high street... There’s big news emanating out of the Bridges recently, and it’s exactly the kind of news that will be music to ears of both small business owners and those who...

Where to eat for Mother’s Day in Sunderland
There's no need to miss out on places to eat in Sunderland for Mother's Day! Many of Sunderland’s brilliant restaurants are saving the day by offering home-cooking kits and takeaway treats for Mam. Here’s our guide on where to eat for Mother’s Day in Sunderland...

Sunderland residents asked to take part in Census 2021
Residents across Sunderland will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021. The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. It has been carried out every decade since 1801,...

Sunderland Culture deliver a dose of half-term joy to families
Sunderland Culture deliver a dose of half-term joy to families across Wearside. Art activity packs will help paint the town in sound as Sunderland Culture gives families a helping hand. Here’s everything you need to know about this generous half-term...

1,000 ultra-sustainable smart homes to be built on Riverside Sunderland
1,000 ultra-sustainable smart homes to be built on Riverside Sunderland go to planning... Plans to build 1,000 smart homes on Riverside Sunderland's former Vaux brewery site have taken a major step forward in the past few days. Here’s everything you need...