2025 news archive
Residents urged to keep batteries out of household bins
Residents across Sunderland are being urged to act responsibly and never place batteries or battery-operated devices in their household waste or recycling bins, following a recent fire suspected to have been caused by a damaged battery.
'Good' rating for adult care services
Healthcare regulator the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rates City Council support services for adults as 'Good'.
England awaits era-defining tournament as new Women's Rugby World Cup Trophy unveiled and further tickets released
- Government, host locations and teams celebrate 100 days to go to Women's Rugby World Cup 2025's opening match in Sunderland
Major resurfacing works
Drivers are being advised of major highways resurfacing works on the seafront in Roker and Seaburn, and along Dame Dorothy Street.
Community Risk Register
Communities across Northumberland and Tyne and Wear have access to plans to respond to flooding, wildfires and other major incidents thanks to a new Community Risk Register.
Court bill for verbally abusing City Council staff and Northumbria Police officers
Two residents who verbally abused City Council and Northumbria Police officers have been left with court bills of more than £1,000 each.
Dog Exclusion Zones in force from Thursday 1 May
Residents are being reminded that dog exclusion zones come back in force on Sunderland beaches from the beginning of May.
First event on refurbished Silksworth Athletic Track
Silksworth Athletics Track has hosted its first event since its £230,000 refurbishment.
Park Improvements Complete
Improvements to Houghton's popular Rectory Park, which got underway last year are now complete.
Keel Square gets ready to host a street party for Sunderland's shared celebrations for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
Residents are being invited to join in a moment of celebration when Sunderland marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8 May.
See the latest exciting plans for Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens' redevelopment
People are being invited to see the latest exciting plans for the redevelopment of Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens at two drop-in events next week.
Retired GP completes 88-mile challenge to raise money for Derwent Hill
A retired GP and celebrated fell runner has successfully completed an 88-mile run from Keswick to Sunderland to raise money for Derwent Hill, the outdoor activity and education centre that profoundly impacted her life during her challenging teenage years.
