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The annual drink drive crackdown has begun.

Police drink-drive crackdown

George Clarke was back in his hometown of Washington to launch a design challenge for local school children.

George Clarke returns to Washington to launch schools design challenge

Seaburn Tram Shelter

Inside the finished Seaburn Tram Shelter

Sunderland Golden Gloves ABC could close if funding is not found - and soon.

Boxing club fighting for survival amid funding shortage

Tommy Lamb. Picture issued via the North East Autism Society.

Schoolboy becomes unexpected star of John Lewis Christmas campaign

Cancer nurse Fiona Holdsworth.

Meet the lecturer and nurse helping solve the cancer nurses shortage

Former JJB Sports store at  High Street West, Sunderland (November, 2023)

Update on plans for bar, nightclub and roof terrace in former JJB Sports store

News

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he North East is now home to a first-class facility where all victims of sexual assault and abuse can access medical, practical and emotional support named The Angel Centre. Head of Mountain Healthcare Keeley Rowe, NHS England National sexual abuse and assault lead Kate Davies, Northumbria’s Police Commissioner, Kim McGuinness with Northumbria Police Assistant Chief Constable Alastair Simpson and NHS Head of Health & Justice Jessica Redhead.

First look inside new centre for victims of rape and sexual assault

The Cavalier blaze was tackled by 34 firefighters.

Investigation launched after huge fire at former pub

Beatrix Archbold who is helping the Rainbow Trust this Christmas.

The little girl with a new heart - and a new cause to support

Sunderland AFC

Ex-SAFC striker Ross Stewart suffers another injury setback

Former Sunderland striker Ross Stewart has made just two appearances off the bench since his move to Southampton.

Ex-Sunderland and NUFC boss keen on Republic of Ireland job

Six clubs want Sunderland rival, Leeds clear stance on exit-linked duo

Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray watches on

Making sense of what's gone wrong at SAFC this week & what must change

Sunderland supporters backing their team at the Stadium of Light

The fantastic photos of Sunderland's loyal support watching disappointing defeat

Moments you may have missed against Huddersfield

Roberts gives honest dressing room verdict after Huddersfield loss

Eliezer Mayenda made his first start for Sunderland on Wednesday night

Mowbray confirms new injury in honest assessment of striker dilemma

Jack Clarke playing for Sunderland against Huddersfield. Photo: Chris Fryatt.

Phil Smith's player ratings after Huddersfield loss

More Sunderland AFC

Sunderland boss Tony Mowbray watches on

Tony Mowbray delivers verdict on what went wrong in Sunderland defeat

Eliezer Mayenda made his first start for Sunderland on Wednesday night

SAFC: Missed chances to impress and dreadful defending in poor defeat

What SAFC fans are saying after Huddersfield loss

SAFC 1 Huddersfield 2: Story of the match

Crime

Michael Robinson. Picture c/o Northumbria Police.

Brave woman kept harrowing diary of abuse she suffered

Ryan Gilling

Police appeal to trace killer driver Ryan Gilling

(Photo by Northumbria Police)

Man banned from drinking gets caught out by ankle tag

He was stopped at a petrol station. Picture c/o Google Streetview.

BMW driver spared jail after being caught by police in Sunderland

(Left to right) Sergeant Robert Lowery, Alison Rudkin, Daniel Dunbar and MP Sharon Hodgson ahead of their meeting with the Secretary of State for Justice, Alex Chalk.

Grieving mother meets Minister in quest for fairer sentencing

Mark Carter. Picture c/o Northumbria Police

Man threatened to post private pictures of ex-girlfriend 'on buses'

What's On

Musical director Susan Jones with Compass A Cappella, who play a Christmas concert in South Shields on December 5, 2023.

Choir wants to sign up the next Pavarotti

Wishee Washee from Aladdin and Samson the cat join runners at the start of last year's Reindeer Dash.

Don your antlers for the annual Reindeer Dash

Sticky Vicky in her hey day.

Benidorm legend Sticky Vicky dies aged 80

Festive parades

Magical Christmas and New Year parades in the North East

Retro

Sunderland's streets at their Christmas best.

13 pictures of Sunderland streets lit for Christmas from 1965 onwards

Lighting up Sunderland for 60 years

The jumper which has been produced by Mackem Daft.

6-in-a-row Christmas jumper winner revealed from loads of entries

Celebrating Sunderland's small businesses past and present.

Nine retro photos celebrating Small Business Saturday in Sunderland

We've got reminders from 2011, 2012 and 2013. Dig in.

11 pictures of Sunderland's Turkey Trot event in 2011, 2012 and 2013

A Christmas love story set in Sunderland. We think it would be a hit.

Nine locations if a Christmas film was shot in Sunderland

Homes & Gardens

Winter Stags Blue Double Reversible Duvet Cover Bedding Set.

Black Friday: Happy Linen Company making bedtime a dream
We know bedtime for the little ones can sometimes become a nightmare… that is why at Happy Linen Company their purpose is to make every bedtime a dream, not only for the kids and grandkids, but for you too!

Vax Onepwer Edge Dual Pet & Car cordless vacuum.

Check out some great deals on Vax products this Black Friday

Michael Hodgson Estate Agents

Mind-blowing 5 bed mansion with uber modern interior & huge garden on the market

Hoodie Blanket.

For the ulimate comfort and warmth check out the winter range from kudd.ly

Kilner offers so many choices.

Kilner Jar helping generations to successfully preserve and store food

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

Lifestyle

The Fire Station has a Christmas movie marathon in December.

Fire Station's Christmas movie marathon

Bin collections are changing between Christmas and New Year 2023.

Sunderland Christmas bin collection dates announced for 2023

Photographer Ian Mcclelland gives a new take on Lumiere.

Photographer captures Lumiere 2023 in amazing new light

Back in time to these manger scenes.

Seven Sunderland Nativity scenes from the 1980s

People

Julie Elliott MP presents the cheque to representatives from the charity.

Funding boost for Sunderland bereavement charity

Silksworth Sports Complex is hosting a football tournament to help the homeless this Christmas.

Everyone Active uses the power of football to help the city's homeless

Bradley Ilsley has been creating the display for over 10 years.

Family lights up street with nearly 200 Christmas decorations

The Salvation Army in Southwick has launched its Christmas Present Appeal to help ensure children from disadvantaged backgrounds have a gift to wake up to on Christmas morning.

Southwick Salvation Army launches Christmas Present Appeal

Shoppers at the Galleries have been outlining what they hope to see in tomorrow's Autumn statement.

Shoppers give message to the Chancellor ahead of Autumn statement

Best In Sunderland

City Bistro restaurant at Sunderland College

City Bistro serving up bargain food by Sunderland chefs of the future

Food and drink options at Keel Tavern

Food and drink prices as Keel Tavern opens its doors in Sunderland

The Flowerchild in Ryhope

Florist blossoms at new location

Inside the new Londonderry's Bar

First look inside Seaham's new Londonderry's bar

Business

Nissan

Green light for new storage warehouses at Sunderland Nissan plant

Bobby

'Life-saving' ScS delivery driver Bobby Storey in line for award

Hays

Three out of three for Hays at British Travel Awards

Jet2

New Jet2 announces new city break destinations from Newcastle Airport

The Sunderland BID team celebrates re-election. Submitted picture.

City centre businesses vote to keep Sunderland BID

Cast of Sunderland Empire's Sister Act enjoy a festive bake from Greggs.

Cast of Sister Act take a break with a festive bake at Greggs

Recommended

The 1980s are returning to Sunderland.

Sunderland's Fire Station hosting 80s musical extravaganza

A pub in the news. Tell us if you remember these Greens scenes from the past.

Nine memories from Greens as pub goes up for sale

Robin Hood hits the big screen in Boldon and has four screenings.

Cinema offering CBeebies pantomime fun

Super snow scenes as we get ready for winter.

Nine retro Sunderland snow scenes as we prepare for a wintry blast

UK Trending

Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Stormy has been announced as the headline act for Boardmasters Festival 2024.

Everything you need to know about Boardmasters Festival 2024

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

More than a fifth of adults have dozed off – while at their desk

Must Read

Norah's North Pole - the most heart warming story in memory of Sunderland grandmother Norah Wilkinson.

The Sunderland gran whose Christmas legacy keeps growing

Bringing joy to Donwell House care home at Christmas.

Christmas wish comes true for care home residents

Finley Featherstone who has gone through so many health battles.

Toddler fights back from open-heart surgeries and cardiac arrests

Ad Feature Households urged to prepare for first cold snap