Silksworth2 Oct 2025Warning as children 'launch fireworks' at peopleSunderland City Council says patrols are taking place around Silksworth this week.2 Oct 202529 May 2025Grandma killed in crash had 'years left to give'Northumbria Police believe Gloria Stephenson was hit by an electric motorbike on a zebra crossing.29 May 202511 Apr 2024Housing development delayed over financial dealPlanning permission was granted on the condition the developer spent thousands on the Sunderland area.11 Apr 202430 Dec 2023Owners of derelict buildings warned about fire riskTyne and Wear Fire Service is alerting owners of derelict buildings to the risk of fire.30 Dec 202313 Aug 2023Drivers to face fines for driving in bus lanesA total of 745 notices were issued to drivers by the council during a warning period.13 Aug 202324 Jul 2023Drivers warned as bus gate cameras come into forceCameras are installed in Silksworth and Washington with drivers facing fines for breaking the rules.24 Jul 20235 Jan 2022Man jailed for murdering brother in drunken rowWilliam Campbell must serve at least 21 years for killing his younger sibling after binge drinking.5 Jan 2022