2024 news archive
Let there be lights

Sunderland's countdown to Christmas is about to get underway.
Seized for suspected fly-tipping
A vehicle suspected of being involved in fly-tipping has been seized.
Community spirit blossoms in Mowbray Park

A new community garden has opened in Sunderland's historic Mowbray Park.
Congratulations to Washington in Bloom volunteers!

Washington Village in Bloom volunteers are celebrating after the village was named the overall winner in the Village category at the Britain in Bloom Awards 2024.
Festival of Light gets off to a dazzling start

Children have enjoyed a sneak peak of the Mowbray Park Festival of Light.
England v USA Women's Rugby World Cup opener fantastic news for Sunderland

'Fantastic news for the city'
Cutting-edge 'immersive classroom' unveiled at Ryhope Junior School

A brand-new immersive classroom incorporating virtual reality (VR) and tools for interactive learning, has been opened at Ryhope Junior School thanks to £50,000 investment from Together for Children (TfC).
Sunderland Festival of Light - everything you need to know

Stunning light projections created by international visual artists, a spectacular starscape and a giant glitterball are among the dazzling lighting installations visitors can enjoy when Sunderland Festival of Light opens next Friday.
New Chief Executive at Together for Children and Children's Services director.
A new Chief Executive at Together for Children (TfC) and director of Children's Services has been appointed.
Partnership recognised for work to support Sunderland's Armed Forces
Sunderland's Armed Forces Partnership (AFP) is celebrating winning a prestigious award for supporting the city's Armed Forces community.