A Sunderland mum who was diagnosed with skin cancer and credits her daughter for saving her life, is urging people to enjoy the sun safely this summer.
As the sunny weather continues Kelly Laws, 36, is joining forces with Cancer Research UK and NIVEA SUN to share advice and tips...
The RNLI and Sunderland City Council have joined forces to raise awareness of water safety on World Drowning Prevention Day.
World Drowning Prevention Day is held on 25 July every year to highlight the devastating and profound impact of drowning on families and communities.
In Sunderland, the RNLI staged a mock...
PARENTS stumped by what to give their child’s teacher for an end-of-year gift can now get help – and support Sunderland businesses at the same time.
Each year as summer term draws to a close, families are unsure about what to buy teachers as a thank you.
But now a solution...
England may have had a topsy-turvy route to the final of Euro 2024, but the communities at the Orchard Care Homes group have been cheering the lads all the way – and this Sunday’s decider will be no different!
One person with a particularly special connection to the team is...
Living in a rural farmhouse comes with numerous delightful advantages, such as peace, quiet, scenic views, and a serene environment. However, one downside often faced by residents in such locations is the challenge of securing a reliable television signal.
Due to the distance from broadcasting towers and potential geographical obstacles,...
CANCER Research UK nurses are visiting Roker next week to help people spot the signs and symptoms of cancer and learn how to reduce their risk of the disease.
The Cancer Research UK Cancer Awareness Roadshow 2024 will be visiting Marine Walk on Wednesday July 17th between 10am and 4pm...
A MONTH long event to celebrate Pride in Sunderland has been a huge success, according to organisers.
Throughout June a whole programme of talks, discussions, celebrations and exhibitions were held throughout the city, culminating in a Pride march and a concert in Sunniside Gardens on Saturday (June 30).
And Peter Darrant...
A SUNDERLAND researcher is encouraging Muslim women across the city to accept their invites for cervical screening as part of this year’s Cervical Screening Awareness Week.
The awareness week runs from 17-23 June and aims to highlight the importance of cervical screening that helps save thousands of lives each year.
Dr...
The operator of the Tyne Tunnels has teamed up with Groundwork South and North Tyneside to boost community engagement and wildlife habitats at a Hebburn woodland that is home to a rare species of butterfly.
TT2 is donating £16,220 to help increase the number of local people getting closer to...
EXPERTS are highlighting the impact poor sight and hearing plays in feelings of loneliness and isolation.
Loneliness Awareness Week (June 10 – June 16) is hosted by Marmalade Trust, the UK’s leading loneliness charity. It’s an annual campaign to raise awareness of loneliness and reduce the stigma around it.
Research carried...
