AFTER clocking up 1.8 million steps and wearing out three pairs of trainers, David Ansell has passed the first major milestone in a unique challenge.
The soldier from Sunderland, who has pledged to walk or ‘shuffle’ 10 miles per day for 1,000 days to raise money for Cancer Research UK,...
A community art scheme invites the people of Sunderland to participate in painting the town in various colors, including red.
The initiative features 12 art benches installed by Sunderland BID in partnership with Sunderland City Council and The Art Room Sunderland 18 months ago. Each bench side exhibits exclusive artwork...
ANYONE who has not yet registered to vote for the Sunderland City Council election on Thursday 4 May is urged to do so immediately.
The Electoral Register closes at midnight on Monday 17 April.
You can apply online at: Register to vote - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). It takes just five minutes. Registered...
On the 3rd of April 2023, Barratt Developments North East, a local housebuilder, made a donation of £1,500 to Children North East, which is the longest-established children's charity in the region.
This contribution was part of the company's Community Fund initiative. Children North East, which has been in operation for...
This Easter in Sunderland, visitors can enjoy a variety of free activities such as circus skills, face painting, crafts, and the opportunity to meet a princess or even the Easter Bunny up close.
In addition to this, there is a full schedule of events organized by Sunderland BID and supported...
The City of Sunderland is set to hold a City Council election, along with elections for the Hetton Town Council specifically for residents within that parish.
It is highly recommended that anyone who has yet to register for the upcoming elections on Thursday, May 4th, do so promptly.
This May, for...
PEOPLE are being asked their views on plans to develop of a network of family hubs to provide additional help and support to families across Sunderland.
Sunderland is one of 75 local authorities in the UK to secure Government funding for the hubs which will help services such as midwifery,...
Landmarks across Sunderland are being lit in the Ukrainian national colours of yellow and blue.
The landmarks are lit on Thursday 23 from dusk to dawn to show solidarity with Ukraine and the anniversary of Russia's invasion which began on 24 February last year. They will remain lit for the...
TEN new state-of-the-art street sweepers have started work with Sunderland City Council.
The sweepers have joined the City Council’s fleet of more than 450 vehicles and are helping to raise the bar by brushing, spraying and washing as they go.
With their small turning circle the sweepers can access more areas...
Sunderland for Ukraine, a local charity, has partnered with the University of Sunderland to raise crucial funds for children in Ukraine.
The initiative, named Sunderland to Kyiv, challenges students and staff to virtually travel the 2,500 km distance from Sunderland to Kyiv by engaging in activities such as cycling, walking,...
