TV architect to invest in Sunniside
One of Sunderland‘s most famous faces is set to write a new chapter in Sunniside’s history, investing in the reinvention of a historic building as he returns to his North East roots.
Eye Hospital building comes into focus
Residents are starting to get a better glimpse of how Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital will look, as work progresses on the final external works of this new city centre building. Scaffolding that is currently concealing the building’s shell has started to be removed from the distinctive building, giving passers by the chance to see the […]
Support group deepens its Wearside roots
A popular support group has opened its first dedicated office as it seeks to expand its offering and reach out to more businesses and people across Wearside. Not A Statistic CIC, which hosts support sessions for people in County Durham and Sunderland suffering from poor mental health, has opened a new head office at Houghton’s […]
Support helps almost 700 residents start their dream businesses
A collective of North East business support organisations are celebrating after it was revealed they supported the launch of almost 700 new businesses in the region last year. A 15-strong consortium including the North East BIC have been working in collaboration over the past 12 months to provide start-up business support to people across the […]
Keel Crossing opens as Sunderland prepares for World Cup kick off
Sunderland’s Keel Crossing has opened for the first time, with leaders from the city and Sheepfolds businesses crossing together symbolising the coming together of both sides of the river.
DrivenNet brand launch a roaring success
A networking community that connects business owners through a shared love of cars has celebrated its new rebrand.
Create a postcard from Wearside
Sunderland residents are being invited to take part in a new art initiative designed to reflect the pride, diversity and creativity of the city. As part of the Sunderland Art Festival 2025, a new competition is being held to create A Cherished Postcard From Home, a collaboration between Sunderland’s BIDs, Culture House Sunderland and the […]
Laura gets women ‘doing it for themselves’
A Wearside mother is proving women can do it for themselves after launching her own female-led DIY business. Laura Bartlett launched SHE-IY SOS in May and the business is already proving a hit, with her diary fast filling up for the next few months. Offering everything from gardening tidy ups to wall panelling, wallpapering, putting […]
The Bridges launches free breakfast club
Sunderland’s the Bridges has come up with a tasty solution for families who are having to count the cost of keeping youngsters entertained and well-fed over the summer holidays. The shopping centre has launched its own Bridges Breakfast Club which will run from 5-29 August on weekdays, between 9am and 10.30am. Littles ones will be […]
Summer fun is growing on trees at the Bridges
Children can climb, swing and slide through summer – whatever the weather – at a special new playground in Sunderland.