A unique Valentine’s Day scheme will bring romantic joy to 50 people, thanks to Sunderland BID.
To celebrate February 14, a number of costumed characters will be out and about in the city centre on Saturday (Feb 12), handing out red roses – traditionally the symbol of love.
And the lucky...
“Providing high-quality apprenticeships is a vital part of our role”
A record number of employers across the country have now signed up to the University of Sunderland’s Higher and Degree Apprenticeship Programmes working in partnership to develop a highly-skilled workforce thriving into the future.
Since launching seven years ago with just...
As we settle into the new year, many of us will be getting back into our regular fitness regime or at least attempting a new exercise programme.
But as we set out to achieve our fitness goals, Sports and Exercise Science academic Morc Coulson urges caution in the latest edition...
Hearts will miss a beat at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light this Saturday (22 Jan) as a very special mascot takes to the pitch.
When the half time whistle blows on the Sunderland v Portsmouth match, Miss Beats, the new mascot of North East heart charity Red Sky Foundation, will make...
From diet to fitness, it’s the time of year when you might be rethinking your lifestyle – and as Veganuary gets underway, could this be the perfect time to kickstart your plant-based journey?
Veganuary is a growing movement that encourages people to embrace plant-based diets during January and beyond....
A South Tyneside primary school has developed an innovative story-telling idea as it continues to spread excitement and joy about reading across the region.
Teachers and pupils at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, have recorded a number of short videos of themselves reading...
EIGHT OF the North East’s rising stars are set to release their own original music, thanks to an innovative initiative from a leading talent agency.
Sunderland-based entertainment providers ISG kicked off Platform North East last week (29 November) – a free, week-long programme to support up and coming performers.
Throughout the...
AN added attraction to Sunderland’s busy Christmas programme is all set to deliver.
Twelve unique post boxes have now sprung up at locations around the city, from the Museum & Winter Garden to Building Block Day Care Centre at Victoria Road, Washington to Hetton’s Little Peppercorn Tearooms.
And families looking to...
Little ones can enjoy fairground rides, ice skating and even a visit from some of their favourite characters at a fun filled winter event this December.
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park, at South Shields, recently launched its Winter Wonderland, welcoming a real ice-skating rink, a festival bar with fire pits and...
This winter, Adopt Coast to Coast is calling on residents in Sunderland, Durham and the surrounding area to find out more about adoption as a way to start or grow their families.
Adopt Coast to Coast is a Regional Adoption Agency which brings together the adoption services of Together for...
