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Alex Swinhoe is sharing his story ahead of Armistice Day.

Veteran who lost leg in combat remembers friend and highlights charity

Stairs at University Metro station have been fenced off for well over a year.

Metro station repairs now won't be complete until 2027

An appeal has been lodged over a refused BoyleSports betting shop plan for Sunderland railway station.

New twist in battle to open betting shop at train station

Justine Sless with her new book Before I Sing You This Song.

Sunderland woman campaigns for comedy as a health tool

Sycamore Care Centre, in Boldon Colliery, is seeking permission to create 15 new bedrooms as part of major expansion plans.

Care home plans to create 15 new bedrooms as part of a major expansion

Three Sunderland football fans were banned from matches following disorder prior to England European Championship match against Serbia in 2024.

Football fan wins bid to have match ban ended early

Young people are being asked to shape the future of Washington.

Young people invited to help shape Washington's future

Frankie, Emily, Marty and Michelle from the Music City team

We want your Mackem Music Memories - here's how to submit them

YOUR MOVE Chris Stonock, Sunderland

Stunner seafront cottage at The Bents is an exceptional home

Simpa Carter, executive director of HGCA, at Elvet Green.

Concerns grow over potential disruption to green space

Charlotte Crosby
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Charlotte Crosby suffers silent miscarriage five months after her last

Rhiannon and Thomas Goldsmith inside the new Til Death Tattoos on High Street West, Sunderland.

New Sunderland tattoo studio inks hundreds in first couple of months

Here are the cheapest homes that sold in Sunderland in August.

Sunderland’s cheapest house sales in August revealed

Sunderland AFC

Sunderland forward Timur Tutierov

Timur Tutierov tells the story of his remarkable Sunderland journey
The Ukrainian forward was handed his full debut in the 2-1 win over Torreense in Portugal
Phil Smith

Brian Brobbey.

Exclusive Saha picks out 'huge asset' key to Sunderland's success this season

The UEFA Europa League trophy.

SAFC's predicted Europa League finish after AZ and Torreense wins

Sunderland players celebrate after late Europa League drama.

SAFC Europa League financial boost - and what prize money lies in wait

Bournemouth's head coach Marco Rose.

Bournemouth boss demands consistency ahead of Sunderland clash

Timur Tutierov gives Régis Le Bris food for thought.

Tutierov gives Le Bris food for thought as Sunderland hint emerges

Sunderland fans celebrate after late Europa League drama.

Emotional Sunderland fan pictures after dramatic late winner

Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki celebrates his winning goal

Noah Sadiki's brilliant reaction to late winner and Sunderland pledge

Régis Le Bris loses his cool during Sunderland's comeback.

Le Bris loses cool as Sunderland star makes history in Torreense win

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Sunderland celebrate their late goal

What it was like in Leiria as Sunderland party gets fitting ending

Jules Ahoka celebrates his goal.

RLB makes Jules Ahoka admission after big Europa League impact

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris

Régis Le Bris delivers honest verdict on Sunderland's comeback win

Europa League

Jules Ahoka

Phil Smith: My key conclusions from Sunderland's comeback win

Luke O'Nien sends emotional message to Sunderland fans.

O'Nien sends emotional message to fans after European milestone

Thomas Meunier.

Régis Le Bris issues early Sunderland injury update for Bournemouth

Jules Ahoka celebrates his goal

What I made of Sunderland's performance in dramatic win

Crime

Police officers remain on the scene at Rainton Bridge Industrial Estate.

Man suffers serious injuries and suspected cannabis farm discovered

Reform's Seaham councillor Chris Fairs has welcomed the confirmation of a consultation on a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) in the town.

Seaham councillor welcomes public consultation to get tough on ASB

Two people have been arrested after a police chase on the A1M near Washington.

Two people arrested in suspected stolen car after police chase

From left, Adriatik Cela, 49, and Elton Rustemi, 40, have been jailed after a raid on a cannabis farm in Easington Lane, in July.

Pair face deportation after police raid cannabis farm

The A19 near Hutton Henry, close to where David Dove, 43, was pulled over.

Drug driver gives positive cocaine swipe on way to help friend's dog

Pub burglar Anthony Coyles has been jailed.

Pub burglar jailed after disturbing landlady during overnight raid

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The Dun Cow is celebrating its 125th birthday.

12 questions from Sunderland pub's 125th anniversary quiz

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

The Dun Cow.

12 questions from pub's 125th anniversary quiz night

The Santa Fe remains as striking to look at as it did when it first launched in the UK

Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV review: big, clever and surprisingly sensible

Retro

Four faces for you to identify from a night out at Ttonic. Maybe you were on camera in these scenes from 14 years ago.

Top times in Ttonic as we look back to a 2012 night
On camera in the Vine Place venue in 2012
Chris Cordner

An AI depiction on what the Ryhope scene may have looked like.

The bizarre tale of the Ryhope ghost which drew crowds

Highfield Academy parents group and pupils unveiled the poppy display at the school back in 2018.

Highfield Academy in a gallery of retro photos from 2011 to 2018

Roker Park from the air.

When Sunderland geared up to host a third European Cup Winners Cup tie

This view of the NCB Lambton coal staithes was taken in August 1966. Tell us if it brings back memories for you.

Countdown to a new season of fantastic talks on Sunderland's history

Homes & Gardens

Alfred Pallas, East Boldon

5-bed Cleadon house has 3 reception rooms and here's a virtual glimpse
‘Ideally placed for access to a superb range of amenities’
Chris Cordner

Good Life Homes Sales and Lettings, Sunderland

Stunner Sunderland apartment has been renovated with style

29 Cleveland Road, in Sunderland, could be converted into a HMO.

Decision day on plans for new HMO

The extended semi-detached house sits at the head of a quiet cul-de-sac and benefits from a driveway and garage

Extended Sunderland home for £135,000

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff

Food & Drink

The Babaji team being presented with the award at this year's ARTAs

Sunderland restaurant wins big at 'Oscars of the curry world'
The Sunderland favourite has brought home another top award.
Katy Wheeler

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What's On

Festive finds at TCL Christmas Shop

14 more pics & unusual festive finds at city's biggest Christmas shop

TCL Christmas Shop opens at Thoburn's in Hendon

Sneak peek at Sunderland's huge new Christmas shop

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Adult-themed play on stage soon

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People

The padel courts will be created on this plot of land at Peel Retail Park in Washington.

Green light for seven-court padel complex in Washington
A planned padel complex in Washington has been given the go-ahead for a second time after developers scaled back the scheme from nine courts to seven.
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Sunderland care workers are in dispute with Sunderland City Council over equal pay.

Care workers vote for potential strike action in equal pay dispute

The University of Sunderland's current City Campus.

University staff declare formal dispute over job fears and budget cuts

Amber Rose Cliff, who went to Thornhill School and Bede College, died in 2017.

Cervical cancer charity set up in honour of Amber gains recognition

Gentoo's Church Street North and Dock Street tower blocks in Roker are set to undergo major improvements.

Tower blocks set for upgrade to make homes warmer for all

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I went on a tour of Sunderland's landmark Dun Cow pub as it turns 125

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Chefs, from left, Mileide Godoy and Phillip Costen, with publicans Barry and Cindy Hyde

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Business

Spencer Matthews at The Fire Station for Sunderland Business Week

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The Chesters has been closed since September 23.

Sunderland pub 'getting ready' to reopen

SumUp's Tap to Pay feature allows small businesses and side hustlers to accept contactless card payments directly on a compatible smartphone, without needing a separate card reader.

How to turn your smartphone into a card reader

The Jaymac Solutions team at a celebration event at the Barn, at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa.

Packaging company secures £2.2m investment

Berlin is one of the most popular routes from Newcastle

Popular European route returns to Newcastle Airport

Oliver Robertson, aged six, was diagnosed with stage 4 Neuroblastoma in September 2025.

Company holds fundraiser for Sunderland boy

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Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

The River Coln could be fenced off in places after concerns that tourists are disturbing protected wildlife by paddling in the water.

Tourists face river ban in beauty spot village

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I found a UK weekend break from £163 with East 17, Liberty X and 90s nostalgia at Parkdean Resorts

Parkdean Resorts has a nostalgic celebrity weekend from £163

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The nation's favourite card games of all time are blackjack, poker and patience

Blackjack, poker and patience top nation's favourite card games

92 per cent of small business owners say keeping energy costs down is one of their biggest priorities

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

It was also found 21 per cent have walked away from a purchase altogether because they didn't think it would have much resale potential

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Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

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