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Space Cafe will open in November in Sunniside

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

A person has been taken to hospital following a road traffic incident.

Person taken to hospital following road traffic incident

Avid Sunderland fan Chris Henry will be returning to his ancestor's homeland when he arrives in Poland, as his mother came to Wearside from the country in 1981.

Emotional journey for Sunderland fan on way to Poland

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

Teaser of what to expect from Sunderland's new Varo Lounge

Pupils are delighted with their new MUGA.

Children's delight as Multi-Use Games Area opened at city school

Plans have been rejected for a new six-bedroom HMO above a shop at 173 Roker Avenue. Picture by LDRS.

Plans for new HMO are refused after objections

Close to 80,000 visited Culture House is in its first month

'People have embraced Culture House as their own' - 80k visit new site

Sunderland-born online gaming and technology business Tombola.

Sunderland jobs at risk as gaming firm proposes cuts

City Hall Sunderland.

Mackem Community Event returns after hundreds attend first date

Traffic and Travel

Stairs at University Metro station have been fenced off for well over a year.

Metro station repairs now won't be complete until 2027

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

The A1M northbound has been closed close to the Washington turn-off.

A1M northbound closed near Washington due to overturned vehicle

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

Metro services between Pelaw and South Hylton have resumed

UPDATE: Metro services resume after vehicle collides with bridge

Sunderland City Council is trialling two new methods to fix potholes.

Council trials new methods to fix potholes as insurance claims rocket

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Rat sightings rose by 15% across the UK during the summer, according to Rentokil, with experts warning that colder weather could drive more rodents into homes.

Rat sightings rise 15% as winter warning issued

Mariah Carey is bringing her magical pre-Christmas show to the UK

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Hyperhsell's latest range of exoskeletons might seem incredibly futuristic, but you'll be amazed at how well they work

Hypershell review: I tried robot legs that help you climb hills

Crime

(L-R) Chief Inspector Sarah Hindmarsh, Assistant Chief Constable Richie Allen & Inspector Simon Hogg.

Wearside police officers vow to get tough on illegally ridden bikes

Emergency services at the Esso garage in Seaham where the incident is reported to have taken place.

Daniel Ambler murder trial: Court hears how he was crushed by car

The scene of the incident where Daniel Ambler sadly died.

Jury sworn in for Daniel Ambler murder trial as five deny charges

A thief targeted different Sunderland branches of bakery giant Greggs.

Thief targeted sweet and savoury treats during Greggs raids

Officers have released images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with an assault in Sunderland.

Images released in Sunderland assault investigation

Northumbria Police.

Three arrested in modern slavery investigation

Weather

Tens of thousands of runners are getting ready to take to the streets of Newcastle and South Shields as the world’s largest half marathon approaches.

What to expect from the weather at the Great North Run

The Met Office revealed its storm names for the year ahead, including a tribute to Shaun the Sheep.

Met Office reveals storm names including tribute to cartoon character

Business

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

Skye Bulmer with her Young Marketing Specialist of the Year award.

Former Sunderland student lands top marketing industry award

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

Politics

The footbridge over the ravine at Roker Park has been out of use for some years.

Work on historic footbridge to start 'next year'

Chair of Sunderland City of Sanctuary, Reverend Chris Howson.

City of sanctuary chair labels Reform as divisive after open letter

Glacier Health and Fitness Club in Washington.

Health and fitness club relocation bid approved

Councillor Chris Eynon, the leader of Sunderland City Council.

Council leader demands end to city being 'dumping ground' for asylum

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Old mobile phones and chipped mugs also feature high on the list of items Brits keep despite no longer needing them

Mystery keys among things Brits hold onto for too long

The research found veterans take an average of 17 months to feel comfortable in civilian life again

Veterans reveal military slang they still use in civilian life

One in five workers are putting parenthood plans on hold

Employees delay parenthood due to concerns over parental leave

More than half of people would do something frivolous if they won a major jackpot

Brits would buy next door to choose neighbours after lottery win

FIAT launches colour-matching service

The top side hustling cities include Bristol and London

Half of Brits work a ‘second shift’ after hours on side hustles

Environment

Simpa Carter, executive director of HGCA, at Elvet Green.

Concerns grow over potential disruption to green space

Northumbrian Water is encouraging everyone to use water wisely as reservoir levels across the region remain below average following a dry September.

Water-saving plea as reservoir levels remain low

People

Marcello outside Luci's, the restaurant he co-owns in Front Street, Cleadon Village

Eighty cheers for one of area's longest-serving waiters
He’s been serving up Italian classics for more than fifty years - and he’s got no plans to stop.
Katy Wheeler

Musa the Asian short-clawed otter passed away at the age of 17.

Washington Wetland Centre staff devastated at death of Musa the otter

Barbara and Daisy Johnston have just begun their masters in visual practice studies at the University of Sunderland.

Mother and daughter duo master art together at university

Sunderland author Glenda Young

Sunderland author 'over the moon' at being in line for national award

Daisy Johnston and her mam Barbara are doing the same MA.

Mother and daughter mastering art together at university

Education

Headteacher Audrey Bolam and deputy headteacher Angela Butler celebrate their Ofsted report with the school's children.

Ofsted give this verdict on school where every child is cherished

Shotton Primary School, in Shotton Colliery.

Latest Ofsted report released for primary school

Some of the successful businesses to have benefited from the University of Sunderland's Accelerator Fund.

University celebrates milestone for business start-up fund

Durham University Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill (second left) has received the Freedom of the City of London and was admitted to the Livery of the Haberdashers’ Company.

University chancellor receives Freedom of the City of London

Your Co-Op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School, in North Terrace, Seaham.

Latest Ofsted report released for nursery

The University of Sunderland's current City Campus.

University staff declare formal dispute over job fears and budget cuts

Health

Pigment Hair owner Beth Easterbrook Smith.

Businesswoman opens up about living with alopecia

Women aged 40 to 60 in East Durham are benefiting from National Grid funding.

Fitness programme for women launched

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

Experienced nurse Ebba Ushe with her colleague Sam Surve.

Experienced nurse opens new community care clinic

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