Regional News
A body has been found in Ponteland after a search for a missing 66-year-old. The missing man, named by police only as Stuart, was seen leaving his home in the village between 1.45pm and 2pm on Tuesday (September 29) and reported missing shortly after. The police launched extensive inquiries to find him, and a […]
Mystery surrounds the deaths of six pilot whales which beached on the Northumberland coast last weekend. They were among a group – or ‘pod’ – of about 40 animals which appeared off Amble on Sunday afternoon. But the arrival in the shallow North Sea of animals which normally live far away in the deep […]
A brand new street art mural in Sunderland that aims to redevelop the area has been revealed. The Sunniside Project announced that the new mural that it has been planning for months has finally been completed. The mural was painted in collaboration with two Bristol-based artists, Hannah Worsley and Dave Bain. Both Dave (@davebainuk) and […]
They may be the most famous non-league football club but Blyth Spartans face reaching their lowest ebb for over 40 years. Senior figures around the club discuss whether the Blyth spirit can rise again? From FA Cup upsets and Senior Cup triumphs, Croft Park has showcased the best of non-league football. But after two turbulent […]
Tucked behind the headstones, the Friends of Hebburn Cemetery are going above and beyond for the small town of Hebburn. From tearooms to drop-in sessions this volunteer led charity have proven that even in the darkest moments someone is always there. At first glance the concept of a charity in a cemetery may seem crazy. […]
Sunderland won music city status in January 2025. Since then, BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend has been announced to take place in Herrington Park in May. Many outside of the city would not expect Sunderland to be a music city status due to its industrial past. Sunderland’s music industry has grown of the past two […]
BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026 is heading to Sunderland this May, located at Herrington Country Park spanning over three days from Friday 22 to Sunday 24. Previously, we gave our predictions but now the official line-up and tickets are out! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sunderland’s BIDs (@sunderlandexperience) […]
Newcastle-based band, The Pale White, have just announced a UK-wide tour for 2026. The venues span from Edinburgh to London, ending with a final wrap-up in Newcastle. The alt-rock band, currently consisting of brothers Adam and Jack Hope, originated in Wallsend and has been actively gigging since 2016. They have been from success to success […]
Sunderland pianists are set to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest piano relay. The Sunderland Music, Arts and Culture Trust has partnered with Sunderland Music City, inviting musicians from all over the city to take part. The event will take place at The Fire Station in the city centre. […]
Teesside Airport is set to open up more flights to Alicante, Spain, running from March until October next year. During this period four Ryanair flights to the destination will depart rather than the usual three – taking off on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The airport runs flights to Alicante and Malaga all year round, […]
