High Street set for revamp

Sunderland’s city centre is poised for another significant transformation, with a planning application submitted for the next phase of redevelopment along High Street West – an integral part of the ambitious Riverside Sunderland masterplan. The proposals submitted by Sunderland City Council, seek to revitalise the high street to create a dynamic mix of retail, commercial, […]
VELUX and Sunderland College launch sector-leading skills academy

Global roof window manufacturer VELUX has announced a pioneering partnership with Sunderland College to launch the VELUX Skills Academy.
Flower Café Sunderland ready to blossom

A hotly anticipated new leisure venue, The Flower Café has officially opened in Sunderland’s Keel Square.
New city landmark to honour Sunderland’s maritime heritage

Keel Crossing has been confirmed as the name of Sunderland’s new city footbridge.
Vistry to deliver ambitious city centre community

One of the UK’s most ambitious city centre regeneration projects has taken a major step forward, after the appointment of Vistry Group as the preferred developer of the new Sheepfolds neighbourhood at Riverside Sunderland.
City centre car parks set for major upgrade

Sunderland City Council has approved plans to revamp two city centre multi-storey car parks.
Public invited to name new city landmark

Residents of Sunderland are being invited to have their say on the name of the city’s new footbridge.
Builders build bridges with local schools

Thousands of Sunderland schoolchildren have been given a chance to learn about careers in construction and put questions to the team behind the city’s newest landmark.
Final plank placed in new bridge milestone

Another milestone has been reached as progress continues apace on the city’s newest landmark.
Blacks Corner to open new venue at Culture House Sunderland

One of the region’s top eateries is set to open a new venue in Sunderland city centre.