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Hospitality businesses in Tynemouth have warned that a new tourist tax could make it harder to persuade visitors to stay overnight on the coast. The warning comes after the Government announced plans to give regional mayors new powers to introduce an Overnight Visitor Levy on hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and other paid accommodation. The proposed […]
The North Tyneside Labour Group have agreed that they will vote against a proposed 3.3% increase in North Tyneside councillors’ allowances – and want other parties to do the same. The proposed increase would see the basic councillor allowance rise from £11,176 to £11,545 a year – an increase of £369 – and the Mayor’s […]
Federico Bellone’s adaptation of the iconic Dirty Dancing has come to Sunderland Empire. Set in 1963, we follow the story of Frances “Baby” Houseman (played by Charlie Varlet) who meets handsome dance teacher Johnny Castle (played by Joel Benjamin) and quickly gets absorbed into his world. This production brings back famous songs such as “Hungry […]
Sunderland AFC have officially released all ticket information for the upcoming first Europa League away day in Portugal, taking on second division side Torreense. This is one of the most anticipated ticket releases in Sunderland’s history, yet information has been released very late and had fans scratching their heads worrying about travel plans. Sunderland normally […]
After seven years of gracing the BBC with sickening lip syncs and snatch games, Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK is now having to sashay away after being dropped from the BBC due to apparent budget cuts. The BBC has dropped Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK as part of cost-cutting measures to save £500 million. They […]
Sunderland scriptwriters will have the chance to put their work in the spotlight this week as Sunderland Scratch celebrates its tenth session at Port Independent. The regular event, held every couple of months, gives writers of all experience levels the opportunity to share their latest scripts and receive feedback from fellow writers and audience members. […]
Following Sunderland AFC’s first European win in 53 years over AZ Alkmaar at the Stadium of Light, excitement is building ahead of trips across the continent. The lads will be backed by supporters visiting Portugal, Poland, Italy and Belgium. Therefore, 13 additional flights have been made available from Newcastle Airport. The first adventure takes […]
SK Dance School of Performing Arts is a dance school based in Sunderland. They are celebrating 30 years since opening by hosting a show at the Sunderland Empire. Shameem Karim is the Owner of SK Dance, her daughter, Sophina Afzal is co principle and her other daughter, Yasmeen Afzal is Head of Faculty. When […]
Sunderland’s annual Big Student Shop is returning to The Bridges Shopping Centre, offering students an afternoon of exclusive discounts, freebies, entertainment and prizes. From 3.00 to 6.00pm on September 23, 2026, students will have access to exclusive discounts at participating stores within the bridges. With some discounts reaching up to 25% off, shoppers will surely […]
Andy Howe has left his role as senior football executive at Newcastle United after more than five years at the club. Andy was influential in many transfer windows during his time at Newcastle United, with some of his most notable signings being Sandro Tonali and Malick Thiaw. He joined the club shortly after Eddie Howe, […]
