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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

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

Man suffers serious injuries and suspected cannabis farm discovered

The man was found by officers from Durham Constabulary

Man found dead by police at Wearside address

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

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

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

Festive finds at TCL Christmas Shop

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

Alfred Pallas, East Boldon

5-bed Cleadon house has 3 reception rooms and here's a virtual glimpse

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

Two people arrested in suspected stolen car after police chase

Spencer Matthews at The Fire Station for Sunderland Business Week

Spencer Matthews' insight into how to succeed on visit to Sunderland

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

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

Man attacked his wife and daughter in street

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

The bizarre tale of the Ryhope ghost which drew crowds

Sunderland AFC

The UEFA Europa League trophy.

SAFC's predicted Europa League finish after AZ and Torreense wins
Sunderland are one of ten sides with a perfect record from their first two games of the league phase of this season’s Europa League.
Mark Carruthers

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

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

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Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris

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

Thomas Meunier.

Régis Le Bris issues early Sunderland injury update for Bournemouth

Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki celebrates his winning goal

Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings v Torreense

Europa League

Luke O'Nien sends emotional message to Sunderland fans.

O'Nien sends emotional message to fans after European milestone

Jules Ahoka celebrates his goal

What I made of Sunderland's performance in dramatic win

Sunderland supporters cheer during the Europa League round 1 day 2 football match between SCU Torreense and Sunderland AFC at the Dr. Magalhaes Pessoa Stadium in Leiria.

11 fan and action pictures as SAFC take on Torreense in Europa League

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

Seven changes: Team news explained as youngster makes full debut

Crime

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

Sunderland drug driver banned from roads and given warning by judge

Crooked accountant Kenneth Scott.

Crooked accountant pocketed more than £3m

£1 million worth of suspected illegally imported cigarettes have been seized.

Police raid uncovers suspected £1m stash of illegal cigarettes

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The e.l.f face mist I’m eyeing up for my autumn skincare routine

Hear'Say shot to fame on Popstars in 2001, when this photo was taken. From left to right, they are Noel Sullivan, Suzanne Shaw, Myleene Klass, Kym Marsh and Danny Foster. Here's what they have all been up to in the last 25 years.

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The three-night breaks combine accommodation with live entertainment, tribute acts and a packed programme of activities.

Parkdean Resorts Celebrity Weekender serves up 90s nostalgia

Retro

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
Scenes from 2011 to 2018
Chris Cordner

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

The 78 members of the new Sunderland Metropolitan District Council were to be provided with free telephones in their homes to make them more accessible to electors. 27 councillors did not have a phone at home.
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11 memories from Sunderland in 1973

Bob Stokoe pictured at Roker Park.

The night when Sunderland had to train in the dark in 1973

Homes & Gardens

Good Life Homes Sales and Lettings, Sunderland

Stunner Sunderland apartment has been renovated with style
‘Absolutely stunning 2 bedroom conversion garden apartment located in a lovely private road’
Chris Cordner

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

Andrew Craig, Boldon

Cleadon house with art deco influences could be your forever home

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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The unveiling of Tony Ridley's plaque with his wife Jane, daughter Sarah and grandchildren.

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The University of Sunderland's current City Campus.

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The Chesters has been closed since September 23.

Sunderland pub 'getting ready' to reopen

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What's On

TCL Christmas Shop opens at Thoburn's in Hendon

Sneak peek at Sunderland's huge new Christmas shop

Be afraid

10 scarily good things to do in Sunderland for Halloween 2026

The play is coming to Arts Centre Washington.

Adult-themed play on stage soon

Houghton Feast 2026. Photo credit North News.

Date announced for Houghton Feast 2027

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People

Two people have been taken to hospital following a collision of the A1M near Washington.

Two people taken to hospital after A1M closure near Washington
Two out of three lanes have now reopened
Neil Fatkin

Sunderland AFC fans head to Portugal for the club's second Europa League game of the season against SCU Torreense.

In pictures: SAFC fans enjoy Portugal ahead of Euro game

A dive team has raised an ancient cauldron from the river Wear.

Incredible discovery for Sunderland- ancient cauldron raised from Wear

George Clarke with head teacher Amanda Parkes, Laidlaw Schools Trust CEO Sally Newton, and pupils Ava Bell, Sofia Lazazera, Lola Campbell, and Kaydee Okon.

Alumni George Clarke returns to celebrate school's 50th anniversary

The scene at the Stadium of Light ahead of Sunderland's Europa League tie with AZ Alkmaar (Photo Getty Images)

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Best In Sunderland

A tour of the historic Dun Cow and the stories it holds

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

'Great to see great things happening in Sunderland' - say publicans

10 new cafes and restaurants to check out in Sunderland this autumn

Business

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.

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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

Alex Hope (third from right) speaking at the launch of Sunderland Business Week.

University business chief tells businesses to 'see us as a resource'

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

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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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Parkdean Resorts has a nostalgic celebrity weekend from £163

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

Small business owners' reveal biggest concerns

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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

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