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Spring

Here’s when all the major supermarkets will be open this May bank holiday

When supermarkets will be open this May bank holiday - full list Chelsie Sewell

Japanese Knotweed. (Pic credit: Andrew Smith)

Invasive plants in the UK and how to manage them Beth Franklin

This weekend's weather is forecast to be warm and sunny.

Spring arrives at last as Met Office forecasts a warm and sunny weekend in city Neil Fatkin

Six of the best spring hikes in the UK Daniel Mcneil

Race for Life events for Cancer Research UK include 3k, 5k, 10k, Pretty Muddy and Pretty Muddy Kids events

Ad Feature All you need to know about Sunderland Race for Life Jackie Mitchell

Tom Whalley as Fleshcreep.

Review of Arbuthnot and The Beanstalk at The Customs House in South Shields Rob Lawson

When is the Pink Moon in April 2023?

Sharing bed with pets in April could be making you ill, say experts Beth Franklin

Pet owners warned about hidden Easter dangers by top vet Beth Franklin

From left, Sarah Hodgson, Margarethe Bage and Vanessa Reed at the 2019 event

Race for Life returns to Sunderland - here's how you can sign up Kevin Clark

Jewison Bennette's remarkable introduction at Watford - one of the highlights of the season

The highs and lows of SAFC's season so far - and the lessons to learn Phil Smith

Here’s when Spring’s £301 cost of living payment will be made Daniel Mcneil

Met Office UK weather forecast confirms Spring will finally arrive this week - when temperatures will rise

Weather forecast confirms Spring will finally arrive this week Rahmah Ghazali

A replacement has been drafted in to take Phillip Schofield’s place on ITV’s This Morning

Phillip Schofield to be replaced on ITV’s This Morning Chelsie Sewell

How to prepare for the upcoming clock change Daniel Mcneil

Hedge trimmers are at their lowest price for the past 12 months according to new research (photo: Adobe)

Cut garden costs up to £100 by buying essentials now for spring

Holi 2023: When is it, what is it and how is it celebrated Beth Franklin

Maisie Schofield, aged 17 months of Leeds, admiring a host, of golden daffodils beneath the trees, in Temple Newsam, Leeds.

These are the top sIgns that spring is here Sue Wilkinson

When is Spring Equinox 2023? Beth Franklin

M&S has apologised for displaying daffodils next to spring onions

M&S apologises after displaying poisonous daffodils with spring onions By The Newsroom

Aldi launches new spring garden range for limited time only with trendy wellies for just £9.99 - how to buy

Aldi launches new spring garden range for limited time only Chelsie Sewell

For those hoping to grow their own fruit this year, why not try growing strawberries. Planting now gives you a harvest around early summer

Top 10 gardening jobs to do in March Sue Wilkinson

Here’s 10 spring blooms that could be toxic to your pets

10 toxic spring flowers pet owners should avoid Chelsie Sewell

Plant now for great colour in spring

These are the top six flowers to plant now for Spring Nigel Booth

Plant tulips now for a burst of colour this spring

Top six flowers to plant now for spring Sue Wilkinson

Here's when North East mornings and evenings will begin to brighten up and when the clocks go forward in 2023? (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

This is when the North East will start to see more daylight in 2023 Jason Button

The winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year.

When is the winter solstice and when will evenings get brighter? Jason Button

Report shows pubs could shut without extra energy bill support Patrick Hollis

There are essential jobs to do in the garden this December

Top jobs to be done in the garden this December Sue Wilkinson

Pubs and eateries in Sunderland have some great meal deal offers for children to eat this May half-term.

10 places where children can eat for free or at reduced prices over half term

Keith Gregson's tribute to the cricketing heroes from Sunderland who died on the battlefield.

Never forget the Ashbrooke heroes Chris Cordner

If you’ve planted your own pumpkins in time for the spooky season then now is the time to harvest them

Top 10 gardening jobs for October Sue Wilkinson

Dance project Rush is among The Cultural Spring's past successes.

Artists can apply for up to £80,000 Tony Gillan

Covid booster vaccines: Who is eligable for the newest booster and how do I book a vaccine appointment? (Photo by Jacob King - WPA Pool / Getty Images)

Covid booster vaccines: Who is eligible for the newest booster and how do I book... Jason Button

Ross Stewart celebrates his brace against Rotherham United

Everything Kristjaan Speakman said about a new contract for Ross Stewart at SAFC

Birds can nest in all manner of places, says the RSPB (photo: Kevin Simmonds (rspb-images.com))

RSPB reveals how helping birds to breed is easier than you may think Fiona Evans

As May kicks in, green-fingered Brits have been given a list of essential gardening jobs to get done during May

These are 10 jobs to do in the garden this May Sue Wilkinson

The pleasant Spring weather saw people flocking to Roker Beach this Good Friday.

Caught on camera – 12 photographs of people enjoying Good Friday at Roker Beach Neil Fatkin

The experts at leisure bike brand Bobbin Bikes have rounded up their favourite cycling spots in the UK for those of all cycling abilities

These are top 5 cycle routes for you to enjoy this spring holiday Sue Wilkinson

Actress Amy Jackson launches Oxford Street's sustainability awareness campaign Christine Emelone

The Met Office has extended its Yellow Weather Warning for ice with the potential for snow and hail showers.

Yellow Weather Warning extended for ice with potential snow and hail showers Neil Fatkin

It's out with the grey and in with colour, for happy home vibes Sally Burton

Over a third of homeowners will switch off their heating earlier than usual this... Richard Jenkins

Farm and Fell holidays - wake up to Cumbrian scenery like this on your break.....

See these farm holidays where you can meet lambs and other Easter babies Sally Burton

Take a look at these 12 pictures of people out and about in Sunderland.

12 pictures of people out and about in Sunderland as conditions turn colder Georgina Cutler

Sunderland looks set for cold weather this week with some rain.

Don’t put your woollies away yet as winter set to return Neil Fatkin

More warm weather is expected across Wearside.

Sunderland weekend weather forecast: How long will the sunshine last? Georgina Cutler

Five of the top places to walk your dog in and around Sunderland this Spring. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

Five of the top places to walk your dog in and around Sunderland this Spring Jason Button

Britain's biggest cleaning conundrums Christine Emelone

Spring in Sunderland

12 pictures of people enjoying the start of Spring in Sunderland Sam Johnson