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Liberal Democrat city councillor for Grindon and Thorney Close, Stephen O’Brien.

Lib Dems slam £7.5k taxpayer-funded spending

Stephen Elms and Sharna Bowman aka He Knows, She Knows at the ceremony in Vegas

From Sunderland to Vegas - duo hit jackpot with entertainment award

Robin Roefs makes an early save.

Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings v Coventry City

My Delhi is giving away 500 free meals

We're looking for Sunderland charities to receive our free meals

Simon Beston died after being attacked in Newcastle city centre in 2025.

Mother’s heartbreak over son killed by single punch

Midori Shinmura, of Midori Art and Crafts, has opened a new workshop and learning space at the North East BIC. Photo credit Helen Smith Photography.

Sunderland glassmaking school starts a new chapter

Take a look at some spooky snaps sent in by our readers.

In pictures: Sunderland gets into the Halloween spirit

Pictured from left is Tony Attrill, of Gym 55, Dawn Attrill, of Gym 55, Andrea Dixon, of ATD Fitness, and Maisie Swainston, of ATD Fitness.

Gym announces major new partnership

David Boucher, of ATW Tree & Landscaping Specialists Ltd, won the Community Hero Award at the Checkatrade Regional Awards.

Sunderland firms scoop regional awards

Judge issues harsh words to man while sentencing him for death crash

The devastation caused by air raids on Sunderland.

Remembering a Sunderland air raid hero ahead of Remembrance Parade

PureGym is heading to Dalton Park, in Murton, on Wednesday, December 11.

Dalton Park welcomes new business in December

Previous Remembrance Commemorations in Sunderland

Sunderland prepares for one of largest Remembrance Parades

Sunderland AFC

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
Granit Xhaka criticised Sunderland’s repeated mistakes and urged fans to stick together after Coventry City
James Copley

Sunderland midfielder Habib Diarra

RLB confirms new injury blow and issues Nordi Mukiele update

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

Everything RLB said on Coventry defeat and his position at Sunderland

James Copley: My frank Régis Le Bris verdict amid Sunderland fan anger after Coventry City defeat

James Copley: My frank Régis Le Bris verdict amid Sunderland fan anger

Coventry City score against Sunderland.

Phil Smith: Relegation a real threat and RLB in trouble

‘Time for a new manager’ – Sunderland fans deliver furious Régis Le Bris verdict after Coventry defeat

‘Time for a new manager’ – Sunderland fans deliver Le Bris verdict

Robin Roefs makes an early save.

Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player ratings v Coventry City

Nilson Angulo reveals Sunderland dressing-room joke and makes ‘his time will come’ teammate prediction

Nilson Angulo reveals Sunderland dressing-room joke over new signing

Sunderland Echo matchday live blog. Pic by James Copley

Live Team news and live score updates as Sunderland face Coventry City

More Sunderland AFC

Chemsdine Talbi in action against Leeds United. Pic by Chris Fryatt

RLB explains how Chemsdine Talbi impressed him in Sunderland's cup win

Jocelin Ta Bi in action. Pic by Chris Fryatt

Sunderland boss opens up on Jocelin Ta Bi selection plan

Sunderland winger Nilson Angulo

Régis Le Bris's Sunderland XI and bench to face Coventry predicted

Europa League

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

Noah Sadiki shows his frustration.

Exclusive SAFC Europa League hero would improve Liverpool - Hutchison

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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Disney's Toy Story 5 is now on Yoto and I ordered it right away

Take part in creative classes as part of your autumn holiday

These £99 grown-up UK getaways offer activities for adults

Have a cracking Christmas! Boots has launched three giant beauty crackers – Joy, Magic and Cheer – each costing £25 and packed with six beauty treats worth over £70.

Boots unveils £25 beauty crackers worth over £70

Retro

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!
‘Timepiece’ will be spread over three floors and 36 screens in Culture House and it will change every hour!
Chris Cordner

Spooky Sunderland and how it celebrated Halloween over 90 years

How Sunderland celebrated Halloween in 9 different decades

Haunted pubs in Sunderland and South Tyneside

17 most-haunted pubs where some punters have never left...

Two of the chairs which have been included in the Homes & Interiors Auction on Tuesday, November 3 from 10am.

Historic pieces from Durham Cathedral go up for auction

The scene on the street as the fire rages in the building in Castletown.

Sunderland fire hero boss who risked his life to help store assistant

Homes & Gardens

Hunters Sunderland

Let's have another look inside this Cleadon jewel with style and space
‘Stunning five-bedroom house in the sought-after village of Cleadon’
Chris Cordner

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

Hunters Sunderland

Stunner 5-bed Cleadon house comes with stained glass window

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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Community Champion awards return to Sunderland

Kate Snowdon is pictured on her arrival in Ukraine with her dad Tom (left) and family friend Phil Billingham.

Sunderland lecturer joins convoy delivering support to Ukraine

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

Changes take flight at Washington Wetlands Centre

Changes take flight at Washington Wetland Centre

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Be afraid

13 frighteningly good things to do in Sunderland for Halloween 2026

Northern Daughters with their bus driver for the day

Sunderland girlband take to the top deck in first music video

Artist Hannah Masi is one of eight recipients of the bursary

Artists awarded bursaries to help keep glassmaking alive in Sunderland

Fireworks return to Barnes Park

Spectacular spooktacular event returning to Sunderland this Halloween

Puzzles

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People

Police attended the Mountain Daisy on October 29 as part of an ongoing investigation into modern slavery.

Everything we know about police presence at Sunderland restaurant
Police attended a restaurant in the Millfield area of Sunderland as part of an ongoing investigation into modern slavery.
Madeleine Raine

Grindon Board Inn Over 40s manager Paul Frame

Club fear going bust after being told to remove sponsored banners

Police were spotted at The Mountain Daisy, in Hylton Road, Sunderland, on Thursday, October 29.

Police descend on Sunderland street

A general view of Norfolk Street in Sunniside Gardens - 14 Norfolk Street is centre.

Privacy fears scupper plans for rooftop terrace at historic Sunderland location

The Guide Post pub in Ryhope Street South, Sunderland.

Popular pub set for revamp as expansion plans approved

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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Business receives planning permission to expand

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

Dog grooming service aims to offer day care services

Under the Ivy is heading to Sunniside

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

B&S Group at Dubmire Industrial Estate, in Houghton. Picture by LDRS.

Business announces plans to expand storage space

Michael Okare Shaba is the founder of Poundswise. Photo credit Steve Brock.

Graduate launches platform to help businesses

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

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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

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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

Original fireplaces, exposed beams and cornicing have been named the ultimate signs of good taste in the home, according to new research

Period features still deemed 'most stylish' property features

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