2024 news archive
Anneke unearths our past to shape museum's future
A new curator at Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens (SMWG) is exploring the city's past to help shape the future of the museum.
Hetton Swimming Pool and Wellness Centre Going Solar
Energy costs will be coming down at Hetton Community Pool and Wellness Centre with a £410,000 grant.
High sheriff honours city's young film makers
Young Wearside filmmakers has been recognised at a prestigious awards ceremony.
Dog fouling week of action kicks off in the Coalfields
Dog owners are being asked to dispose of their dog's waste responsibly in Sunderland City Council's latest clampdown on anti-social behaviour.
Going to the polls
Sunderland is going to the polls for City Council, Northumbria Police Area Crime Commissioner and new North East Mayoral Combined Authority elections.
Penshaw Bowl cancelled due to ground conditions on site
This year's Easter Family Fun day has sadly had to be cancelled due to poor ground conditions on site.
New play area for Elemore Country Park
Elemore Country Park's brand new play area is now in place as work continues to transform the site.
Sunderland to get 29 new life saving defibrillators
Life saving defibrillators are being installed at 29 new locations across Sunderland in a drive to improve residents' access and the survival chances of anyone having a cardiac arrest.
Fatfield play area gets £225,000 makeover
A Washington play area has been given a £225,000 makeover, complete with sensory garden, zip wire and inclusive play equipment, as work continues to upgrade play facilities across Sunderland.
Church demolition to make way for six bungalows
Demolition work is set to begin in Ryhope to pave the way for six new homes.
