Sunderland City Council4 hrs agoDeputy council leader steps down after four monthsDaniel Cowie is expected to continue representing Sunderland's Grangetown ward as a councillor.4 hrs ago2 days agoNew city centre blood donation facility approvedThe project will convert the ground floor of the Faber building behind Sunderland city hall.2 days ago6 days agoCalls to scrap council large goods collection feesA council agrees to review bulky waste collection fees amid claims it could tackle fly-tipping.6 days ago7 days agoNew gritter and bin lorry depot to cost £13mSunderland council's cabinet is expected to approve awarding a contract to build the facility.7 days ago8 days agoPlan for seven padel courts at retail parkCompany Soul Padel says plans include a clubhouse with changing rooms and a cafe bar.8 days ago8 days agoResidents asked for thoughts on how city developsA consultation opens on a city's next local plan, which will help shape how it looks in 20 years.8 days ago28 Aug 2026Museum's last day before two-year closureSunderland's Museum and Winter Gardens will close for two years ahead of a near-£14m renovation.28 Aug 202627 Aug 2026Eye hospital demolition to take several monthsStory Homes applies for permission to knock the facility down with a view to replace it with houses.27 Aug 202626 Aug 2026Online racism worse now, local politicians sayCouncillor Ehthesham Haque says he has to regularly hide racist comments on his his Facebook page. 26 Aug 2026...
