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A cyclist was taken to hospital with serious injuries following a reported collision with a car on the A690 Durham Road junction with Thorney Close Road.

Cyclist seriously injured after reported collision with car in city

Cllr Bill Blackett and Sunderland Business Investment District Chief Officer, Sharon Appleby at the city centre's largest surface car park - Station car park

New free hour parking to be introduced in city to drive up footfall

17Nineteen has suffered two recent break ins

Second break in at one of Sunderland's most important buildings

Mexico 70 had proved popular with its tacos, spicy margaritas and strong vegan offering

Popular city centre restaurant announces its sudden closure

Trai Hume wearing the Foundation of Light's 25th anniversary shirt.

Trai Hume hails amazing work of Foundation ahead of anniversary match

Northern Daughters have released their new music video

Watch Northern Daughters take over Sunderland landmarks for new video

Lauren Laverne congratulates overall winner RAYE

Sunderland's Lauren Laverne hosts Mercury Music Prize in Newcastle

Lynn Bates, cataract treatment centre manager at Sunderland Specialist Eye Hospital.

Major funding boost shines a light on Sunderland eye care

An alcohol licence has been granted for a new Go Local convenience store in Hetton. Picture by LDRS.

New shop's alcohol sales bid approved despite objections

Traffic and Travel

One of the new fleet of Metro trains.

Final new Metro train handed over to complete new £362m fleet

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

Person taken to hospital following road traffic incident

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

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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

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

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Munya Chawawa reveals shocking racism during theatre debut

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

Crime

Bexhill Academy has suffered a reported theft of a motorised wheelbarrow

Motorised wheelbarrow worth thousands reportedly stolen from school

Drug-driver Arron Straughair, inset, has avoided an immediate jail term after smashing into the front of a house.

Watch moment drug driver smashes into a house

Drew Davidson.

Disabled taxi driver was abused and assaulted by passengers

Barakah Retail on Chester Road, Sunderland, was summoned to appear at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court.

City shop fined after failing to provide waste disposal documents

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

Man who punched dog in face could be jailed

(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

Weather

A Weather Warning for wind has been issued for Sunderland.

Risk of danger to life and Weather Warning issued as two storms to hit

Storm Austen is set to hit Sunderland this weekend

Your Met Office weather forecast as Storm Austen to hit this weekend

Business

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

The Morning After - Autumn Budget 2026, is a free event and open to everyone via Zoom.

Experts to explain budget at free event

Faber is one of two new office blocks in the city centre

NHS Blood and Transplant to open on ground floor of new office block

Politics

Cllr Caroline Comer is one of the three councillors who wants traffic calming measures in the Durham Road/Eden Vale area.

Councillors want cameras for 'speeding hotspot'

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

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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

Jenny Ryan put teams through their paces as part of a special celebration for Skipton Building Society members

Quiz star Jenny Ryan stuns punters with surprise pub appearance

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Guests were matched with blooms tailored to their mood, leaving with a bouquet designed to uplift, calm or energise

UK’s first ‘Flower Pharmacy’ opens

Unsuspecting moviegoers surprised by Rylan were given free treats and cinema tickets

Rylan has disguised himself as a sofa to surprise filmgoers

Environment

Electrify Britain's Ben Halfpenny and Martha Lawrence meet Redhills chief executive Andrew McIntryre.

Region hailed for ‘electrification success stories’

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

Concerns grow over potential disruption to green space

People

The former Sunderland Eye Infirmary site in Ashbrooke.

Sunderland Eye Infirmary demolition paves way for dozens of new homes
One of Sunderland’s best-known former hospitals is set to be demolished after almost 80 years, with council planners giving the green light for the buildings to be flattened.
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Wallace & Gromit Lego set

15 Wallace & Gromit gifts to celebrate Aardman's 50th birthday

Sunderland AFC's red and white army has arrived in Poznan

15 fab pics as SAFC fans takeover Poznan as Europa adventure goes on

BADGE is preparing to open its doors to the public at Dalton Park on Saturday, October 24.

Retailer announces opening date for Dalton Park shop

Jason from Sunderland gets a £500k cash call from Stephen Mulhern.

Carer for mam in shock after £500k windfall from Stephen Mulhern

Education

Dr Barbara Henderson organised the event and also spoke to budding writers and publishers.

University of Sunderland takes the Write Steps

These jubilee celebrations looked like great fun at the school in 2022. Perhaps you can spot someone you know.

Oxclose Primary in the picture with memories from 2004-2022

Academy determined to improve as Ofsted id six areas needing attention

East Durham College’s Peterlee Campus became the home of BBC’s Question Time earlier this month as presenter Fiona Bruce brought debate to the region.

College hosts BBC’s Question Time

Pupils are delighted with their new MUGA.

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

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

Health

Runners during Sunderland's first Garden Active Games.

Sunderland named sixth best local authority to exercise in North East

Georgia Punshon pictured with Jude just hours before he went to America for specialist treatment.

'Show your support for Jude at huge Sunderland event this weekend'

The North East Ambulance Service has been awarded gold for inclusivity.

City ambulance service achieves gold for being inclusive organisation

Dr Shaz Wahid at a hospital hygiene station.

Huge spike in respiratory illnesses

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