SUNDERLAND’S walking soldier has reached the halfway point of his 1000-day fundraising challenge for Cancer Research UK.
David Ansell, 49, a Regimental Training Warrant Officer with The Queen’s Own Yeomanry reservists, began his latest fundraiser last year on January 5th 2023 when he set off to walk 10 miles a...
The impact and importance of Alzheimer’s research by academics at the University of Sunderland has been shared with the public at one of the region’s major visitor attractions.
From the future direction of specialist dementia nursing care, to a tool which can potentially diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, Dr Heather Yemm and...
Professor Lawrence Bellamy is the University of Sunderland’s Academic Dean for the Faculty of Business, Law and Tourism.
Here he discusses our ever evolving, post-pandemic shopping habits and asks if Black Friday is really that relevant anymore.
“Early Black Friday deals now represent an extended effort to get consumers to part...
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...
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...
SUNDERLAND’s the Bridges is feeling positive about the year ahead, after it continues to see growth in shopper numbers and in the level of spending.
Despite the problems caused by lockdowns when only essential retailers were open and the knock-on effect that has had on centres around the country, since...
CONFIDENCE is growing among Sunderland shoppers that they are safe in the city centre, according to a new survey.
Reminders on social distancing, one way systems and numerous hand sanitisation units have encouraged people who previously were anxious to move away from online shopping and support local businesses.
These are just...
This Sunday, 27th of March, treat your mum to a luxurious, heart healthy day.
It’s important for all mums to remember to take care of their own health and wellbeing, as well as that of their families. Here’s a few ways to make the day healthy and special:
Breakfast in Bed...
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...
“I think when the world feels so chaotic and uncertain, taking that time out for yourself to exercise has such a huge impact on your mental wellbeing, for boosting your spirit and your mood, and just helping you to cope.”
That is the message from 21-year-old Team Sunderland Netball President...
