Sunderland

Revised ‘wildlife platform’ plan at Roker Park’s boating lake

Revised plans for a platform at Roker Park’s boating lake to provide a “safe haven” for wildlife have been submitted to city development chiefs. Sunderland City...

20,000 online messages sent to police during Sunderland riots

Northumbria Police received 20,000 social media messages during the civil unrest witnessed in Sunderland this August, a new report says. The average month sees around...

Sunderland City Council warns of ‘tough decisions’ over £18 million ‘funding gap’ for 2025/26

City leaders on Wearside have warned that “tough decisions” are needed around council spending next year, as Sunderland City Council faces an £18 million...

New housing development plans unveiled for Farringdon Row

Plans for a major housing development on Sunderland’s riverside have been officially submitted, with members of the public invited to have their say. Sunderland City...

Sunderland’s festival of light returns to Mowbray Park with dazzling displays and new attractions

Plans to hold Sunderland’s Festival of Light in Mowbray Park have been given the green light by city councillors. Sunderland City Council’s Planning and Highways...

Work ongoing to tackle ‘hugely frustrating’ anti-social behaviour issues at Sunderland Station

Sunderland City Council’s leader has expressed his “huge frustration” over anti-social behaviour issues blighting Sunderland’s new rail station, and said discussions are taking place...

Washington Police Station to be sold by Northumbria Police but ‘policing presence will remain’ in area

Washington Police Station is set to be put up for sale, but force bosses have maintained that a “policing presence” will remain in the...

City leaders agree £125k funding boost for community interest project

A community interest company supporting older people, vulnerable adults and people with disabilities is set to receive a major funding boost, following a decision by...

New expansion plans submitted for Sunderland dental practice

Fresh plans to boost facilities for customers and staff at a Sunderland dental practice have been submitted to council development chiefs. Sunderland City Council’s planning...

Council plan submitted for Festival of Light at Mowbray Park

Plans to hold Sunderland’s Festival of Light in Mowbray Park for the second year running have been revealed. The iconic event, which was traditionally staged...

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