2025 news archive
Stages: At The Venues, Sunderland's new festival is bringing the beat to the city
Sunderland is set to pulse with festival energy this autumn as Stages: At The Venues takes over the city centre with a trailblazing programme of intimate live shows, high-energy DJ sets and innovative electronic performances.
Sunderland puts new gum-busting kits to work tackling sticky streets
Sunderland City Council is stepping up efforts to clean chewing gum from city centre streets, thanks to new specialist equipment funded through the Chewing Gum Task Force.
Free, fun and inclusive youth spaces coming to Sunderland's West Area
Young people aged 10-18 in Sunderland's West Area are set to benefit from an ambitious two-year youth project launching this summer.
Edible Playgrounds have been installed at three primary schools in Sunderland
Three primary schools in Sunderland now have their very own Edible Playgrounds—fun, outdoor spaces where children can grow fruit, vegetables, and herbs while learning about health and wellbeing.
Safer parking scheme rolled out at local primary schools to protect pupils and communities
A series of new safety measures are being introduced at primary schools across the West Area of Sunderland. This is to provide safer, more considerate parking and reduce the risks posed to children, parents, and residents during busy school run times.
With more than 75 courses up for grabs, Learning, skills and employment open day is just the job
More than 75 fully funded training courses and a range of job opportunities are on offer at a free open day in Sunderland this week.
SUNDERLAND is flying the flag to mark the annual Emergency Services Day on Tuesday 9 September.
At 9am, on the ninth day of the ninth month (999) the Emergency Services flag will be raised at City Hall as public buildings across the country show their appreciation for those who work in the Police, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance, NHS, maritime (Coastguard and Lifeboats) and Search and Rescue (Mountain, Lowland, Mine and Cave).
£100,000 investment transforms Sunderland's community buildings
Community spaces throughout Sunderland's west area have been given a new lease of life thanks to nearly £100,000 in funding awarded by Sunderland City Council's West Area Committee.
Copt Hill greenspace enhanced thanks to community project
A valued greenspace at Copt Hill has received significant improvements thanks to a £22,314 grant from Sunderland City Council's Coalfield Area Committee. The project, led by Durham Wildlife Trust and supported by Springboard Adventures and volunteers, aimed to celebrate and protect the site's unique heritage and rich wildlife.
Residents are being encouraged to sign up for the BIG Walk this September
The BIG Walk is back and this year it promises to be bigger and better than ever. On Sunday 28 September, walkers of all ages are invited to lace up their trainers and enjoy a fun, family-friendly day out at Herrington Country Park, while raising funds for causes close to their hearts.
Mackem musicians take centre stage at popular family park festival
ELEMORE Family Music Festival returns to our newest country park over the Bank Holiday weekend.
Sunderland welcomed Women's Rugby World Cup with unforgettable opening match
Sunderland came alive on Friday 22 August as the Women's Rugby World Cup kicked off in spectacular style at the Stadium of Light. England's Red Roses opened their campaign with a stunning 69-7 victory over the USA, in front of a record-breaking crowd of 42,723 fans.
