2021 news archive
Shining a light on Refugee Week
Landmarks across Sunderland are being lit to mark the beginning and end of Refugee Week.
Boost for council housing programme
A £1.644m funding boost is set to accelerate three significant developments in Sunderland, providing much-needed homes for vulnerable residents.
Drowning prevention week - volunteers help fund latest water safety equipment
A Dad who lost his son to drowning has helped raise funds for new water safety equipment in Washington.
Crowdfund Sunderland and partners pledge over £70,000 to local projects
Beach wheelchairs, healthy eating workshops and community vans are among the ambitious projects to receive pledges as part of Crowdfund Sunderland.
Communities encouraged to get creative as city gears up to welcome Tour of Britain
Community groups, schools, business and landowners are being encouraged to get involved in a competition to celebrate the arrival of the Tour of Britain in Sunderland this September.
All set for Elton? - travel advice for concert goers
Concert goers travelling to see Elton John this Sunday are being reminded to plan their journeys.
Copt Hill rescheduled poll reminder
Polling day for Sunderland City Council's Copt Hill ward rescheduled poll is this Thursday 16 June, with polling stations open from 7am until 10pm.
Fair Tax Week Welcomed
Sunderland City Council has confirmed its support to the Councils for Fair Tax Declaration as part of Fair Tax Week 2022 (11-19 June).
Prep work underway at major housing development site
Preparatory work that will pave the way for the remainder of Sunderland's largest new residential schemes is underway.
Calling all local history lovers!
Amateur historians have the chance to take part in a new project investigating the old pubs of Sunderland.