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The Department for Education has published its average attainment 8 scores for all the city's secondary schools.

The highest and lowest attaining schools based on new GCSE results

The incident took place on Mill Terrace in Shiney Row

Suspected firearm wrestled from reported armed robber in Shiney Row

Bradley Lowery was a regular mascot at Sunderland AFC games.

Arrest made after alleged incident involving photo of Bradley Lowery

Under The Ivy is heading to Sunniside

Sneak peek at Sunderland's newest shop

Arsonist Lee Barry has avoided an immediate jail term.

'Monster' who committed arson outside his ex-partner's home avoids jail

9 big events heading to the city this month

9 big events happening in Sunderland in November

Pattinson Estate Agents, Houghton Le Spring

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

The Stadium of Light Metro station.

Metro disruption ahead of Remembrance Sunday and SAFC against Chelsea

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

Former ScS director has died

It takes place at Roker Hotel

Big Asian Wedding Expo heading to Sunderland with luxury bridal runway

Bonfire night is just around the corner and with it comes a host of fireworks displays suitable for the whole family.

Your guide to fireworks displays in and around Sunderland

Sean Bell took up rowing after being inspired by last year's he thrives campaign.

Popular men's wellbeing campaign returns

Liz and Alan Logan who lost a lifetime of memories in a fire in their Sunderland home.

Devastated Sunderland couple lose everything in horrific fire

Sunderland AFC

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka.

Gerrard addresses SAFC's Premier League & Europa League balancing act
Sunderland are sitting at the bottom of the Premier League table as their focus switches back towards their Europa League campaign.
Mark Carruthers

Sunderland face tough sacrifices to include Chemsdine Talbi and Jocelin Ta Bi in Europa League squad

Sunderland’s Europa League catch for Chemsdine Talbi and Jocelin Ta Bi

Sunderland make Régis Le Bris sack stance clear as club sources reveal board’s position after Coventry City loss

Sunderland reveal Régis Le Bris job stance after Coventry City defeat

Bradley Lowery was a regular mascot at Sunderland AFC games.

Arrest made after alleged incident involving photo of Bradley Lowery

James Copley: Why Régis Le Bris must consider dropping two Sunderland stars in bold tactical rethink

Copley: Why Le Bris should consider dropping two Sunderland players

Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka

Granit Xhaka delivers his verdict on what is going wrong at Sunderland

Sunderland’s 14-player UEFA list reveals who could follow Timur Tutierov after Felix Scott debut

Sunderland's UEFA list reveals starlets who could follow Tutierov

Sunderland, Everton and Celtic in £4.4m transfer race as European giants circle midfielder – reports

Sunderland, Everton and Celtic in £4.4m transfer race – reports

Sunderland's Europa League opponents make shock managerial decision just days before Stadium of Light clash

Sunderland's Europa League opponents make shock managerial decision

More Sunderland AFC

West Midlands Police launch investigation as 14-year-old hands himself in after Coventry City incident

Police investigate Coventry incident as 14-year-old hands himself in

Granit Xhaka sends direct message to Sunderland fans and makes ‘I don’t know’ admission after Coventry defeat

Granit Xhaka addresses Sunderland fans after ‘I don’t know’ admission

Stephen Warnock singles out five Sunderland players in brutal Match of the Day verdict after Coventry City defeat

Warnock singles out five Sunderland players after Coventry loss

Europa League

Sunderland players celebrate after late Europa League drama.

SAFC's strongest XI vs Dinamo Zagreb based on Europa League minutes

Terry Butcher.

Terry Butcher admits Sunderland’s schedule may scupper survival hopes

Sunderland defender Luke O'Nien

My key conclusions from watching Sunderland's draw with Lech Poznan

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

RLB delivers his verdict on Sunderland's defensive dip

Crime

A woman who stole from Greggs stores has been remanded in custody after her latest theft.

Serial Greggs thief behind bars after flouting store ban

George Farrell has been jailed for harassing his former partner after he was released from jail.

Wannabe cannibal harassed ex-partner after his release from jail

Borough Road, in Sunderland, where police were called to a disturbance.

Man fined after 2am city centre disturbance

Sunderland attacker Jessica Blenkiron has been jailed.

Woman scalded fellow prisoner with boiling water after row over tweezers

Drink-driver Adam Burton has been jailed.

Drink driver caught after witness rang police while following him

The scene of the incident where Daniel Ambler sadly died.

Daniel Ambler murder trial: Jury hears from blood forensic expert

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Radio 1 DJ Charlie Hedges will provide the tunes at Silksworth Ski Slope.

Après-Ski Party' to feature Radio 1 DJ Charlie Hedges

Simba’s mattresses have been reduced heavily ahead of Black Friday itself

Simba launches Black Friday early with savings of up to £990

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

These Christmas family holidays with Santa and skating start at £129

Christmas gift ideas from Olaplex, Hourglass, Sweaty Betty, Hunter and Neal’s Yard Remedies, with beauty, fragrance and pampering treats for under the tree.

35 best Christmas gifts for 2026 from just £2.99

Retro

Some of the children appearing in the schools Nativity play in December 1974. Maybe you are among them.

Super St Leonard's in a series of fantastically retro photos
St Leonard’s Catholic Primary School in the picture from 1974 to 2023.
Chris Cordner

Each hour, a fifty-second audio-visual collage will radiate through the centre of Culture House, across thirty-six screens and over three storeys.
The familiar sight and sound of Sunderland's trams will still be familiar to many people. Photo: Sunderland Libraries.

Fantastic Sunderland artwork is unique - and changes every hour!

The devastation caused by air raids on Sunderland.

Remembering a Sunderland air raid hero ahead of Remembrance Parade

Spooky Sunderland and how it celebrated Halloween over 90 years

How Sunderland celebrated Halloween in 9 different decades

Previous Remembrance Commemorations in Sunderland

Sunderland prepares for one of largest Remembrance Parades

Homes & Gardens

Bradley Hall, Sunderland

Revisiting a beautiful bungalow in a conservation area in Sunderland
‘Fantastic opportunity to acquire a superb home in one of Sunderland's most desirable residential locations’
By The Newsroom

Hunters Sunderland

Let's have another look inside this Cleadon jewel with style and space

Good Life Homes Sales and Lettings, Sunderland

Lovely 2-bed Ford Estate house in Sunderland has a stylish interior

Plans have been submitted to convert an unused office building in Matamba Terrace into a two-bedroom home. Picture by LDRS.

Office could be transformed into new home

Pattinson Estate Agents, Houghton Le Spring

History abounds in lovely apartment in a listed Houghton building

Food & Drink

Latest roundup of new openings

12 new bars, cafes and restaurants to check out in Sunderland
This week saw the completion of Keel Square as Varo Lounge opened its doors in the prime corner unit beneath Holiday Inn.
Katy Wheeler

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A new memorial has been unveiled in Boldon Colliery on Friday, October 30.

13 photos as new memorial honours Boldon's mining and military history

Joseph Woodward, Joshua Parkin and Riley Rogerson secured gold in the Team Kata at the WUKF European Championships.

South Tyneside and Sunderland karate students excel on European stage

Members of the Boldon Colliery Heritage Group at the unveiling of the new Boldon Colliery memorial.

New memorial pays tribute to Boldon's mining and military heritage

The duo performed at a number of venues while in America

From Sunderland to Vegas - duo hit jackpot with entertainment award

What's On

Floyd Effect

Here's what I thought of a 'Marmite' gig at The Fire Station

Open Arms 2025

Community Champion awards return to Sunderland

Changes take flight at Washington Wetlands Centre

Changes take flight at Washington Wetland Centre

Be afraid

13 frighteningly good things to do in Sunderland for Halloween 2026

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

People

The PM said he was proud to support this year's Journalism Matters campaign.

Andy Burnham hails vital role of local journalism in democracy
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has hailed journalism as a vital part of Britain's national infrastructure, stressing that local news media will be critical to the success of the Government's devolution agenda.
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Dave is constantly creating

Proud Mackem Dave Stewart releases most 'intimate' album to date

Children and families at Nurserytime, in Southwick, generously donated items to Sunderland Foodbank.

Sunderland nursery children support local community

The Fire Service has issued advice ahead of Bonfire Night

'Keep your loved ones safe this Bonfire Night' - Fire Service advice

Sophie Lewis (centre) is pictured at her graduation with dad Stephen Lee and mum Denise Lee.

Family continues fundraising campaign in memory of husband and father

Best In Sunderland

Varo Lounge opens in Sunderland

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

Menu, prices and more of a look at Varo Lounge

Menu, prices and more of a look round Sunderland's new Varo Lounge

From left: Jamie Lister, outreach and engagement coordinator at Space, James Fildes, founder of Space, and Matt Moore from Sunderland Quakers

'Coffee for a good cause' - what to expect from Space

Elisa Ricci and Ben Harman, owners of Crave

Sunderland sandwich bar in running to be named UK's best

Business

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Go-karting plans approved for empty ex-Debenhams

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

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

Northern Spire’s David Cook

Breakfast briefing for entrepreneurs wanting to boost business

3-4 Heworth Road in the Concord area of Washington. Picture by LDRS.

Dog grooming service aims to offer day care services

Grundfos workers take part in the football pumping challenge

Grundfos make dementia boxes for museum and get visit from SAFC legend

Under the Ivy is heading to Sunniside

I'm bringing an historic corner to life with my new flower shop

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Sir Ian McKellen has led tributes to Sir Patrick Stewart following his death from Alzheimer’s disease, calling him “the most respected and beloved actor of his generation”.

Ian McKellen reveals warning he gave Patrick Stewart before Star Trek

Traitors is a flagship BBC show

BBC TV licence fee could top £200 as thousands stop paying

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Tom Jones postpones concerts after being struck down with flu

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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

Shoppers are preparing for Black Friday by tracking prices and researching products before buying.

Brits fear autumn budget will put pressure on finances

Research found more than four in 10 Brits are envious of Spain’s laid-back approach to mealtimes

Eating out in Britain has become an increasingly rushed affair

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