Sunderland City Council6 hrs agoSunderland appoints youngest and first Asian mayorLabour's Ehthesham Haque, 28, says the appointment is "the proudest achievement of my life so far".6 hrs agoWear2 days agoResidents forced to leave flats over fire fearsThe fire service says it had to issue the order after the loss of "essential fire safety systems". 2 days agoEngland2 days agoFears of a glass-making gap after centre shutsA replacement for the Sunderland Glass Centre is not expected until two years after it shuts.2 days agoWear2 days agoHotel site linked to Sunderland AFC to get upgradeThe former Norfolk Hotel site, which will undergo repairs, hosted a historic meeting in 1879.2 days agoWear3 days agoRejected dog-walking field developer to try againAfter three refusals, those wanting a bookable dog walking area in Penshaw vow to apply again.3 days agoWear14 May 2025Repairs to storm-hit pier under wayWork on Sunderland's Roker Pier, which has been closed since October 2023, will take about 12 weeks.14 May 2025Wear13 May 2025Disused church to become arts and learning centreSunderland's St Mary's Church is Grade II listed, but has been empty for some time.13 May 2025Wear13 May 2025Film festival back 'bigger than ever'Festival bosses say they received the highest number of entries to date, with more than 1,100 films.13 May 2025Wear9 May 2025Adult social care team boosted by watchdog praiseInspectors say Sunderland's adult social services staff have "a passion for providing good care".9 May 2025Wear...
