When Sunderland's Fear On the Wear festival returns, prepare to immerse yourself in captivating stories of haunted history, enigmatic creatures shrouded in darkness, and a food market with an eerie allure.
The annual celebration of all things terrifying will run across the city centre from 20-31 October, with something for...
Sunderland's city centre businesses have reaffirmed their endorsement of the city's Business Improvement District by re-electing them for a third consecutive term.
Levy payers voted overwhelmingly in favour of the BID continuing its work from April 2024 for a further five years, confirming their recognition of the positive impact the...
Sunderland BID has strengthened its team with the appointment of new marketing, events and administration assistant.
Amy Nunn, 23, from South Shields has taken up the new role, which will see her involved in the BID’s busy programme of events and providing general support to other members of the team.
Amy...
SUNDERLAND’S the Bridges is urging shoppers to buy local, in support of this week’s Small Business Saturday.
The annual event, which took place last week (3 December) was set up to showcase independent traders and the role they play in strengthening the local economy.
And while the Bridges is also home...
A Washington play area has been given a £225,000 makeover, complete with a sensory garden, zip wire and inclusive play equipment, as work continues to upgrade play facilities across Sunderland.
The upgraded play area in Bonemill Lane, Fatfield, which is formally known as Harraton Park play area, now includes new...
Following a decade of dedicated commitment to professional football, Adam Bale encountered a significant leg injury that became a turning point in his life.
It provided him with the chance to reevaluate his career aspirations and ultimately pursue a long-cherished childhood dream of becoming a lawyer.
Now, at the age of...
Sunderland is once again supporting International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB) by raising the rainbow flag at the civic centre.
The Mayor of Sunderland, Councillor David Snowdon raised the rainbow flag at Sunderland Civic Centre to show solidarity for sexual and gender diversity, ahead of the day itself...
Join us for a fantastic day of cost-free family enjoyment scheduled at Minster Park this upcoming bank holiday Monday.
Set to occur both indoors and outdoors of Sunderland Minster, the event will span from 11 am to 4 pm. Attendees can look forward to a range of engaging activities such...
TRIPS to the theatre, dining in a huge selection of restaurants, traditional flowers and even a therapeutic massage are just some of the options to celebrate Mother’s Day – thanks to the Sunderland Gift Card.
With the day that highlights how much mums are loved just around the corner, one...
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to remind us of the importance of our emergency services, the University of Sunderland is helping shape the next generation of police officers.
The new Professional Policing course will allow students to cover current topics such as organised crime and terrorism as well as spend...
