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Mumbai Silk has been named best in the North East

Sunderland restaurant named best in the North East

The new Sunshine Bakery at Sunshine Co-operative in High Street West

Sunderland's new bakery where you can try your hand at making your own

The special edition Foundation of Light shirt which will be worn by players in tonight's Europa League fixture.

Special edition Foundation shirt to be worn by players for Europa game

Sir Bob Murray is urging fans to stick together ahead of two vital games.

Sir Bob's rallying call to fans ahead of Europa return and vital game

Paul Andrew Fulcher died 11 days after he suffered serious injuries in a road collision.

Inspector warns fatal danger drivers to expect jail after death of man

Brothers Nathaniel and Leon Wardle have been jailed at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Brothers whose dad was killed in knife attack are jailed minutes apart

As always, Paul took his Sunderland flag on the challenge

From Downhill to the Himalayas - Paul The Mackem Holborn's latest feat

Redhills was recently restored

Bumper programme of events heading to historic gem Redhills

‘I love her so much’ – Timur Tutierov on his ‘English mum’ and finding a safe home at Sunderland after Ukraine war upheaval

Timur Tutierov on war, Sunderland and his love for his ‘English mum’

The former Wessington Brewers Fayre, in Castletown, Sunderland. Photo by LDRS.

Hotel bids to expand into disused pub and restaurant

On Tuesday, October 27, emergency services received reports that a man had been seriously injured at Liebherr, in Deptford Terrace.

Factory worker killed in 'unnatural event' named as inquest opens

Sir Bob Murray is releasing an updated version of his autobiography.

Sir Bob back in city for 2 book signing events to support Foundation

The scene of the incident where Daniel Ambler sadly died.

Daniel Ambler murder trial: Pathologist explains likely cause of death

Sunderland AFC

RLB's Sunderland XI and bench to face Dinamo Zagreb predicted
Sunderland are back in action at the Stadium of Light when they face Dinamo Zagreb on Thursday night
Phil Smith

Gabbiadini delivers verdict on 'frustrating' Sunderland injury setback

Kevin Danso delivers heartfelt 'promise' to Sunderland fans

Players of Sunderland walk out onto the pitch before the UEFA Europa League game between Lech Poznan and Sunderland AFC.

Phil Smith: Time for Sunderland to strengthen Europa League grip

Exclusive Phillips delivers unequivocal RLB verdict amid ongoing SAFC struggles

‘I love her so much’ – Timur Tutierov on his ‘English mum’ and finding a safe home at Sunderland after Ukraine war upheaval

Timur Tutierov on war, Sunderland and his love for his ‘English mum’

Sunderland forward Timur Tutierov.

3 SAFC stars impressing & 1 with a point to prove in Dinamo tie

The spectacular scene at the Stadium of Light ahead of Sunderland's Europa League tie with AZ Alkmaar.

James Copley: Sunderland fans must savour Europe despite league woes

'Standards' – Régis Le Bris responds to Granit Xhaka and Nordi Mukiele comments amid Sunderland’s poor form

Le Bris responds to Xhaka and Mukiele comments on Sunderland struggles

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Dinamo Zagreb are the visitors to Sunderland on matchday four.

Dinamo Zagreb experience mixed fortunes ahead of Sunderland visit

Régis Le Bris confirms surprise Europa League squad change as Chemsdine Talbi replaces injured Habib Diarra

Régis Le Bris reveals Europa League change as Talbi replaces Diarra

Sunderland training reveals five injury absentees.

Sunderland training reveals five injury absentees before Dinamo Zagreb

Europa League

Sunderland are preparing to face Dinamo Zagreb.

How SAFC's Europa League rivals are shaping up ahead of matchday 4

A Dinamo Zagreb striker is looking to continue a stunning run of form.

Sunderland must quell threat of 17-goal striker in Dinamo Zagreb test

The UEFA Europa League trophy.

Sunderland's predicted Europa League finish ahead of Dinamo test

Italian referee Andrea Colombo will take charge of Sunderland's Europa League tie with Dinamo Zagreb.

Serie A ref to take charge of SAFC's Europa League tie with Dinamo

Crime

A patient raided two takeaways after absconding from Hopewood Park, in Ryhope.

Patient raided takeaway charity boxes after absconding from hospital

Cllr Chris Fairs has campaigned for the introduction of PSPOs following a spate of antisocial behaviour in Seaham.

Consultation opens for residents to have say on tougher ASB measures

A Shiney Row thief has been banned from all Morrisons stores for a year.

Serial thief banned from all Morrisons stores for a year

The Sunderland case was heard at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court.

Thieves ordered by court to pay back £2,000

Alexander Hindmarsh has been jailed after robbing a taxi driver and driving off in his cab.

'Nutter' taxi passenger robbed cabbie in knifepoint attack

Bradley Lowery was a regular mascot at Sunderland AFC games.

Arrest made after alleged incident involving photo of Bradley Lowery

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John Frieda launched his Frizz Ease range back in 1988, and it made him a household name. He is pictured in 2008.

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DXRacer Martian review: Luxury-car comfort at your desk

Retro

Allied troops wade out to an evacuation vessel moored off Dunkirk during World War II, 1940. (Photo by Keystone/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Sunderland hero died saving lives at Dunkirk
‘He was born in Sunderland in 1915 and was killed in action in 1940’
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Back in the 1880s, a decades old tradition was being held in Whitburn where villagers would light barrels of tar.
However, in 1889, it got out of hand when some young villagers landed in court when they decided it would be a good idea to light the barrels on the main road.

Here is the Bonfire Night news from Sunderland's past - 1889 to 1996

Lots of faces for you to recognise in this happy scene from 14 years ago. Get in touch with your own memories.

Re-live these fabulous memories of a 2012 night out at Privilege

A poignant scene from the 2025 Remembrance service in Sunderland.

'Come together and pay tribute to those who fought': Sunderland appeal

19 year old Harold Milburn in one of the four 'Sunderland' Spitfires.

Brave Sunderland pilot died in the plane that Wearsiders bought

Homes & Gardens

Jan Mitchell Properties, Covering North East

Stunning countryside views from fantastic 4-bed Rainton Gate house
‘Some of the best landscape views you could wish for’
Chris Cordner

Hunters Sunderland

Seaburn property in 'one of Sunderland's most desirable locations'

A CGI of the new homes

Homes near completion on site of former landmark pub

Peter Heron Residential Sales and Lettings, Sunderland

Sauna and fantastic gardens with 'deceptively spacious' home

Pattinson Estate Agents, Houghton Le Spring

5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and loads of style in this Sunderland house

Food & Drink

SpudBros in Houghton

Menu and prices at SpudBros as viral chain arrives in Houghton
Sunderland can now take a bite out of the viral sensation.
Katy Wheeler

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Free popular Christmas concert returns with host of classics

Here are some of the services taking place to mark Remembrance Day this year.

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People

Northumbria Police want to trace this man following a botched armed robbery in Mill Terrace, Shiney Row.

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Police have issued an image of a man they wish to trace following a botched armed robbery.
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Stagecoach North East Managing Director Steve Walker.

Stagecoach offers free travel to veterans to attend Remembrance events

Liebherr Sunderland.

Man dies after incident at manufacturing plant

Founders of the new networking group: Hannah Cullen, Laura Kerry, Thomas Halse and Erin Winshop

New networking group launched for young professionals in Sunderland

Nurserytime, in Goschen Street, Sunderland, received a “strong standard” in its first Ofsted report.

Sunderland nursery praised in first Ofsted report

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9 new openings and developments set to change the face of Sunniside

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Changes take flight at Washington Wetlands Centre

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Varo Lounge opens in Sunderland

'It's been such an exciting journey' - Varo Lounge opens in Sunderland

Business

The KFC drive-thru restaurant at Pennywell Industrial Estate. Picture by LDRS.

Anger over KFC branch's bid to remain open until 5am

Baler has opened in Fawcett Street

'We've been welcomed with open arms' - siblings on new city restaurant

The former Debenhams store in in Sunderland city centre has been closed since 2021.

Go-karting plans approved for empty ex-Debenhams

Under The Ivy is heading to Sunniside

Sneak peek at Sunderland's newest shop

John Bainbridge, left, with ScS boss Alan Share in 1995.

Former ScS director has died

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

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UK hospitality industry risks losing £500m because of poor toilets

Over half of parents saying their child avoids creativity due to fear of getting it wrong

Parents say screen time and homework hold back children's creativity

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1 in 3 are choosing to spend their weekends cooking

Brits ditch nights out for home cooking

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