Author: Louise Carty
In a world where reading is more available than ever with access to thousands of books at our fingertips through reading apps, physical books in every charity shop and ‘BookTok’ taking over For You Pages, why are fewer young people reading for pleasure and what changes are being made to reignite the spark for the […]
With Christmas just around the corner, you might be wondering how to make the most of your relationship this festive season. From ‘Brr baskets’ to cosy films by the fire, this five-step list of festive ideas is full of ways to boost the romance and make the season feel extra special. Go to a Christmas […]
As the cold weather and festive season is soon to be underway, concerns around staying warm and fed are unfortunately a factor that many people must consider. Fortunately, the City of Sunderland takes its sense of community seriously when it comes to looking out for each other and great work from the Sunderland Community Soup […]
A Sunderland walking group is helping women make friends and tackle loneliness in the wake of the Covid pandemic. Girls Who Walk Sunderland (GWWS) was set up to bring local women together through regular walks and social activities. Admin Sophie Richardson, 26, said: “We want to make sure we’re supporting girls who feel lonely. Especially […]
Students from the University of Sunderland are hosting a 24-hour gaming live stream to raise money in support of the Alzheimer’s Society. A group of students has organised a night full of charity fundraising fun involving non-stop playing of popular video games including League of Legends, Valorant and Teamfight Tactics. There will also be donation […]
An Equine Assisted Therapy facility has opened in County Durham offering a supportive community designed to combat loneliness and help those struggling with anxiety, stress, PTSD, and more. Shelly Bruce, 44, owner of Shelly’s Equine Assisted Therapy (SEAT), based in Houghton le Spring, is striving to create a fun and friendly environment where people are […]
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