MBE

Sunderland man Alan Herring Parnaby who was involved in the Normandy landings and was also an aide-de-camp to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Sunderland Normandy hero was also an aide to the Queen

Bert Culling with his wife Ethel, his son Michael and his daughter Patricia.

Former South Shields shipyard worker’s family appeal for information

James Copley: Patrick Roberts leaves Sunderland with no goodbye – but his magic will never be forgotten

Patrick Roberts left quietly – but his magic made him an icon

Carole Johnson was presented with her MBE at Windsor Castle.

Detective who helped take gangs off Wearside's streets receives MBE

Kylie Dixon with her MBE.

Surreal - Seaham author receives MBE in King's Birthday Honours list

Smart Works North East Volunteers wins The Kings Award for Voluntary Service 2025

Smart Works North East receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

James Copley: Patrick Roberts leaves Sunderland with no goodbye – but his magic will never be forgotten

Roberts leaves with no goodbye – but his magic will never be forgotten

Sunderland foster carers Jayne and Graham Carlisle with the MBEs they 've received in recognition of more than two decades of life-changing service to local children and young people.

We're honoured to receive an MBE for fostering Sunderland children

Dr Paul Andrew at YAV’s Hendon base with Joanne Youngson, YAV Manager K. Ramanathas, and Gary Bennett MBE.

I'm so proud to be awarded an MBE for Sunderland's Young Asian Voices

Les Ward MBE, chairman of the IAWPC

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Maggie Hackney was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign and didn't know until recently

I was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign. I was amazed to see it

Love, Amelia volunteers are delighted with the award.

Love, Amelia's royal honour

North East Land Sea & Air Museum chairman David Charles is delighted with the award.

Museum volunteers receive royal recognition

The North Green Skills Conference 2023, which was hosted in the Bridgewater Hall, Manchester.

The North Green Skills Conference is coming to the North East

UK Docks founder and owner, Harry Wilson.

'It's a great honour' - businessman Harry Wilson reacts to his MBE

Submitted picture of Michael Dickson, who has been given an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours.

Businessman behind classic foods gets MBE in King's Birthday Honours Ross Robertson

Davey Wallace MBE as seen at work for the RNLI in 1978 and also more recently.

Seaham lifeboat volunteer's MBE for 50 years of life-saving work

Jack Deverson, left, in 2019 when his company won the
Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation.

MBE honours joy for Sunderland business boss

Andrew Dunn MBE receives his award from Charles III, while his daughters Theresa and Rachel look on.

Sunderland 'gorilla saver' Andrew Dunn receives MBE from the King

Dancing on Ice: First contestant for upcoming series revealed

Kate Garraway offers health update on Derek Draper

GMB presenter collects MBE as proud husband watches on

Arlene Holmes-Henderson MBE

MBE for Durham University academic's work to bring Classics to life

I truly deserve to be in the House of Lords as I am a great lad.

How to "earn" an "honour"

Iorworth Hoare, pictured in Northumberland in 2007. Picture by North News and Pictures.

Convicted rapist granted access to £7.2million Lottery jackpot

SAFC has confirmed that some safe standing will be available in the Stadium of Light in the 2024-25 season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Expert reassures SAFC fans on safe standing

They all made the Sunderland Echo headlines in 1996.

Life in Sunderland in 1996
What a local hero Marjorie Atkinson was.
Chris Cordner

MasterChef’s John Torode is set to be honoured at Buckingham Palace on Thursday - Credit: Getty Images

Honours given out at Buckingham Palace today - including John Torode

Former University of Sunderland student Reece Donnelly is a contestant in the new series of The Apprentice.

Former Sunderland student to star in new series of BBC hit show The Apprentice

Syed Samad Ali MBE proudly shows the confirmation letter of his Royal recognition from King Charles.

Syed receives an MBE for making education accessible to the Bengali community

Last Dambuster George "Johnny" Johnson of 617 squadron dies aged 101

Last Dambuster George “Johnny” Johnson of 617 squadron dies aged 101

Gary Bennett with his MBE.

Sunderland AFC legend Gary Bennett receives MBE from King Charles

I’m A Celebrity: Seventh contestant leaves the jungle meaning Matt Hancock makes final four - who's left in?

I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! - who left ITV show last night?

I’m A Celeb 2022: Line-up announced for ITV show including Boy George, Olivia Attwood and Mike Tindall MBE

I’m A Celeb 2022: Line-up confirmed for new ITV show

Anya Francis with the letter from the Cabinet Office informing her she was awarded a MBE.

Swimming coach Anya invited to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Justin Live is heading to Sunderland

Win a family ticket to see Justin Live at Sunderland Empire

Queen Elizabeth II named as one of the most inspirational women (photo: Victoria Jones - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

International Women’s Day celebration of our phenomenal females

Former footballer and anti-racism campaigner Gary Bennett awarded an MBE in the Queens Awards.

Sunderland AFC legend Gary Bennett made MBE in New Year's Honours list

Chief Medical Officer for England Chris Whitty (Photo: Henry Nicholls/WPA Pool/Getty Images)

The full New Year honours list 2022 as Chris Whitty is knighted

David Porter has been made an MBE

Life-saving Sunderland University security guard honoured by the Queen

Anya Francis with a letter from the Cabinet Office informing her she was awarded an MBE in this years New Year's Queen's Honours list.

Swimming coach Anya still in shock after being awarded MBE

Ian Green

Nissan's Ian Green made MBE for inspiring thousands of youngsters

Aldi’s 2021 Chirstmas advert features Kevin the Carrot and the voice of England striker, Marcus Rashford (Image: PA/Aldi)

Watch Aldi’s new Christmas advert featuring Marcus Rashford and Kevin the Carrot

Sara Davies is starring in the new series of Strictly Come Dancing. Picture Ray Burmiston PA.

Who is Sara Davies? The rundown on Strictly Come Dancing's local glitterball tro...

Jordan Henderson during his time with Sunderland.

Support for footballer Jordan Henderson floods in following MBE

Chester-le-Street Cricket Club Iain Nairn has been awarded an MBE for services to disability cricket

Disabled cricket pioneer Iain Nairn is honoured by the Queen

Jordan Henderson during an England training session at St George's Park this week

Sunderland lad Jordan Henderson receives MBE in Queen's Birthday Honours

Graeme Thompson MBE

Sunderland University boss Graeme Thompson receives MBE for services to city

Debbie Hewitt to become the FA's first female chair in its 157-year history

Washington and Sunderland West MP Sharon Hodgson, said: "It's clear that some of the food parcels just aren't good enough for our children."

'Families deserve dignity' says campaigning MP following food parcels anger

Respected Sunderland pharmacist Umesh Patel with one of the fridges where he could store the Oxford vaccine at his Sunderland pharmacy.

Respected pharmacist backs Shot in the Arm campaign '200 per cent'

Joe Wicks is back with PE lessons for kids during lockdown - here’s how to take ...

Joe Wicks is bringing back his online workouts for the next lockdown - here’s ho...

Marcus Rashford is campaigning to end child food poverty - how to sign the petit...

Jayne Adamson has been awarded an MBE.

Jayne wins MBE for work helping to save lives

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