Ever since smoking in pubs was banned throughout the UK in 2007, smokers have largely been regarded as social pariahs. Fans of nicotine have been forced to huddle outside, even on the coldest of winter days, enduring the judgemental stares of passersby, horrific warning labels, and increasing anxiety about...
SUNDERLAND residents are being encouraged to get on their bikes for Ride Anywhere Week this week
(21-27 March) and enjoy the benefits of cycling.
Through cycling platform Love to Ride, riders can choose a pledge for the week and access helpful tips, tricks, tools, and support.
Participants can choose one of the...
Grave holders in Sunderland are being advised about improvements and grounds maintenance works for updating and making cemeteries safer and greener.
As part of the works, including a safety survey of all memorials and grave stones, the City Council is requiring that grave holders remove any unauthorised items such as...
Lovers of the theatre can now share the gift of a live show experience at one of the beloved venues in the North East with their dear ones.
Sunderland Empire Theatre, at High Street West, has become the latest business to join a hugely successful gift card scheme.
And that means...
A netball team at a leading Sunderland school have been named the city’s netball champions after a double championship win.
Pupils at St Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, are current champions after winning the City of Sunderland Netball League and the City...
It’s been a controversial start to the year for Spotify.
Musicians, including Neil Young and Joni Mitchell, asked for their music to be removed from the streaming giant after criticism that the US broadcaster Joe Rogan has helped to spread COVID misinformation on his show The Joe Rogan Experience.
Prince Harry...
New property price data analysed by Open Property Group Sunderland for detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses, and flats
Average Detached House Price = £270,799
Average Semi-Detached House Price = £147,017
Average Terraced House Price = £114,709
Average Flats Property Price = £86,532
Looking at Carlisle’s (as the closest city to...
Yesterday was World Vegan Day and – according to one north-east academic – we should all consider making every day of our lives free from animal products.
Vegan diets are entirely based on plant foods – which means that vegans consume no meat; eggs; cheese, milk or other dairy products;...
A distinctive apprenticeship initiative has successfully united local employers with young individuals, creating valuable career prospects in the realms of sports, health, and well-being.
This program has facilitated the placement of 35 participants into gainful employment.
Rise, a local charity that tackles inequalities in communities across Northumberland and Tyne and Wear...
Having a newborn baby can make it extremely challenging for mums to find the time and energy to workout. But if you’re really determined to get your pre-baby body back, you need to be resourceful. There are plenty of ways to get back in shape after giving birth and...
