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

Sunderland grandad was killed as he tried to calm drunken row

Grundfos workers take part in the football pumping challenge

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

Be afraid

13 frighteningly good things to do in Sunderland for Halloween 2026

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

The Everest Mountain Daisy on Hylton Road, in Sunderland.

Everything we know about police presence at Sunderland restaurant

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

Under the Ivy is heading to Sunniside

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

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

Police descend on Sunderland street

Changes take flight at Washington Wetlands Centre

Changes take flight at Washington Wetland Centre

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

Sir Bob Murray's updated autobiography with view on SCR and Europa

Northern Daughters with their bus driver for the day

Sunderland girlband take to the top deck in first music video

Sunderland attacker Jessica Blenkiron has been jailed.

Woman scalded fellow prisoner with boiling water after row over tweezers

Menu, prices and more of a look at Varo Lounge

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

Sunderland AFC

Wilson Isidor

RLB issues Sunderland team news update ahead of crucial Coventry clash
Sunderland are back in Premier League action against Coventry City on Saturday afternoon
Phil Smith

Sunderland fans in action against Brentford at the Stadium of Light in the Carabao Cup. Photo by Chris Fryatt.

97 Sunderland fan photos from Brentford clash – can you spot yourself?

Malick Fofana celebrates his goal. Pic by Chris Fryatt

Phil Smith: My key conclusions from Brentford win

Malick Fofana reveals why he chose £31m Sunderland move over Crystal Palace after Régis Le Bris promise

Malick Fofana reveals why he chose Sunderland over Crystal Palace

Sunderland injury scares for Omar Alderete and Jocelin Ta Bi as Callum Wilson gets hostile reception

Sunderland injury scares for Alderete and Ta Bi as Callum Wilson booed

Ex-Brentford and Birmingham City coaching guru departs Sunderland after almost six years at Academy of Light

Ex-Brentford and Birmingham City coaching guru departs Sunderland

James Copley: 11 reasons to be positive about Sunderland as Carabao Cup display gives Régis Le Bris fresh hope

James Copley: 11 reasons for Sunderland optimism after Brentford win

Malick Fofana makes honest Sunderland admission and sends heartfelt message to fans after Brentford goal

Malick Fofana makes Sunderland admission and sends message to fans

Keith Andrews

Keith Andrews delivered this verdict on Sunderland defeat

More Sunderland AFC

Regis Le Bris. Pic by Chris Fryatt

RLB delivers verdict on Carabao Cup win and confirms injury latest

Sunderland celebrate. Pic by Chris Fryatt

Phil Smith's Sunderland player ratings v Brentford with standout 9/10

Jocelin Ta Bi in action. Pic by Chris Fryatt

Phil Smith: Who just blew me away in Sunderland's Carabao Cup win

Europa League

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

Timur Tutierov celebrates his goal.

The brilliant dressing room reaction to special Poznan moment

Crime

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

Man fined after 2am city centre disturbance

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

Richard Hall

Public transport menace jailed after repeated defecation in vehicles

The Sunderland case was heard at Newcastle Crown Court.

Man who attacked former partner keeps his freedom

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

Couple charged in connection with £2m alleged company fraud

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Retro

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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

Witches on electric brooms were reported in the skies above Penshaw in 1986.

Electric witches brooms and a big black cat on the prowl in 1986

John Tate could not see the point of music classes.
He said: "As someone who left school with only the ability to strike two halves of coconut shells together. What a waste."
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The school lessons that Sunderland people said were the worst

Blacketts in High Street West Sunderland which closed in July 1972.

Here is the Halloween news from Sunderland 100 years ago

Homes & Gardens

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
An “unused” office building next to a Wearside dairy distribution depot could be converted into a home under new plans.
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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

Bradley Hall, Sunderland

Superb Sunderland bungalow is in a conservation area

'It's incredible to see Sunderland's rapid change'

Food & Drink

Varo Lounge opens in Sunderland

'It's been such an exciting journey' - Varo Lounge opens in Sunderland
It’s now one of the largest cafe / bars in the city centre.
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Club fear going bust after being told to remove sponsored banners

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

Penshaw Monument lit up red in support of Wear it Red Day back in 2025.

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The Guide Post pub in Ryhope Street South, Sunderland.

Popular pub set for revamp as expansion plans approved

What's On

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

St Nicholas' Church, in Boldon Colliery, is set to host its Christmas Fair on Saturday, November 7.

Church prepares to host its first Christmas Fair in ‘several years’

Paultons Park in Hampshire

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People

Katie Why has published her debut children’s book Bear and Friends To The Rescue.

Sunderland mum’s debut children’s book is a hit
A former teacher and Sunderland mum has published her debut children’s book inspired by years in the classroom and bedtime stories with her daughter.
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Wearside firefighters warn about the dangers of flammable Halloween costumes

Sunderland AFC players warming up in the shirts

Limited edition Foundation shirts worn by SAFC players up for grabs

Here is a list of places hosting fireworks displays in and around Sunderland this year.

Your guide to fireworks displays in and around Sunderland

Artist Liz West pictured in front of her artwork, Our Spectral Vision, currently on display at The Light.

Spice Girls glamour heads to Durham

Best In Sunderland

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

Space Cafe will open in November in Sunniside

Men's mental health organisation to open coffee shop at historic site

Another bar in the Lounge group, Cadno Lounge, with a similar interior

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Business

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

Dog grooming service aims to offer day care services

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

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

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