Sunderland1 hr agoGrassroots venues fund launched to ease pressuresNorth East mayor Kim McGuinness launches the fund to help smaller venues in the region survive.1 hr ago2 hrs agoGreen light for city centre student studio flatsPermission is given to create seven single-occupancy student flats near the Park Lane Interchange.2 hrs ago1 day agoGoalkeeping great Gordon announces retirementGoalkeeper Craig Gordon announces his retirement from football, bringing an end to a 25-year playing career.1 day ago1 day agoWatch some of Gordon's best savesWatch some of Craig Gordon's best saves as the former Celtic, Hearts, Sunderland and Scotland goalkeeper announces his retirement at 43.1 day ago1 day agoAs Starmer's star dims, what part has our region played?As Sir Keir Starmer prepares to vacate Number 10 for Andy Burnham, what is his legacy in the region?1 day ago2 days agoIndoor karting plan for deserted department storePlans are submitted for an entertainment complex in Sunderland's empty old Debenhams store.2 days ago2 days agoSunderland sign Belgium World Cup defender MeunierExperienced Belgian defender Thomas Meunier signs for Sunderland after his contract with Lille comes to an end.2 days ago3 days agoMayor's bus takeover £100m more than expectedAuditors say plans for North East bus franchising did not include staff costs but remain affordable.3 days ago4 days ago'Terrifying limbo' over rapist's escorted tripsA woman is told plans for her rapist to have trips from a secure hospital were a "miscommunication".4 days ago...
