Sunderland City Council2 days agoCity centre deserves M&S store, councillor saysAs plans for an out-of-town foodhall are announced, there are calls for M&S to reopen in Sunderland.2 days ago6 days agoCall for park fence and warden after trees snappedDozens of newly planted trees at Albany Park in Washington are snapped by vandals.6 days ago7 days agoAccess to council's £10m art to be improvedThe city council will display some of its artwork at roadshows while it improves its galleries.7 days ago8 days agoDouble display sees dazzling start to new yearTwo firework shows, a parade and a host of musical big names entertain crowds in Sunderland.8 days ago8 days agoPledge of £1m investment ahead of Big WeekendNorth East mayor Kim McGuinness says the event is expected to generate £3.5m for local businesses. 8 days ago29 Dec 2025Bus lane fines generate £2.1m across regionNewcastle City Council came out on top with the highest number of fines issued this year.29 Dec 202520 Dec 2025Warning after fake and dangerous toys seizedHundreds of fake Labubus and K-Pop Demon Hunter toys are taken off the shelves of Washington shops.20 Dec 202516 Dec 2025Housing estate near green belt land wins backingSunderland City Council approves outline permission for 215 homes near the Philadelphia Complex.16 Dec 202512 Dec 2025New 'creative zone' launched with £600K fundThe fund aims to attract investment in creative industries and housing initiatives in Sunderland. 12 Dec 2025...
