2024 news archive
Electoral register is closing
Anyone not yet registered to vote in the general election has until midnight tomorrow (Tuesday 18 June) to register.
King's Birthday Honours for City Council Chief Executive
Chief Executive Patrick Melia has been awarded an OBE in the King's Birthday Honours for services to local government.
Youngsters pay special tributes at D-Day service
Three Sunderland youngsters have paid tribute to the heroes of D-Day at a special service marking the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day landings at Sunderland Minster.
New NaturePlan website seeks local views to support nature's recovery
A brand-new 'NaturePlan' website has been launched to engage the public and other stakeholders in vital plans to enhance local habitats and species.
Youngsters pay their own special tribute as city comes together to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day
Three Sunderland youngsters will pay their own special tribute to the heroes of D-Day at a special D-Day Service at Sunderland Minster tonight.
Celebrating our volunteers
This National Volunteering Week (3-9 June), Family Hubs across Sunderland are celebrating their hardworking volunteers and appealing to anyone who wants to support children and families in their free time.
Building Sunderland's future skills
Businesses and residents are being urged to look at new fully funded training opportunities to boost workforce skills.
Thompson Park Family Fun Day
Organisers are hoping it will be sunshine all the way when Southwick's Thompson Park holds a free family fun day next month to celebrate its £740,000 transformation.
Residents get chance to 'try' their hand as Sunderland gears up to hosting the Women's Rugby World Cup
WITH Sunderland set to welcome the Women's Rugby World Cup in 2025, residents across the city are getting the chance to try the sport at grassroots level.
Another year of growth for tourism in Sunderland
The city saw an increase in visitors for 2023, with large events bringing in more daytime and overnight tourism.
