Sunderland City Council4 days agoTyre shop turning into Quaker meeting houseThe Quakers are funding the conversion of a 200-year-old building in Sunniside into a community hub.4 days ago7 days agoCity Hall will never fly Pride flag, council saysReform Sunderland says the building will only fly national and civic flags from now on.7 days ago7 days agoCouncil cabinet deputies could get cash allowancesOnly three of the seven deputies would be entitled to a special responsibility allowance, Reform says.7 days ago23 May 2026Radio 1's Big Weekend has 'carnival' atmosphere Day two of the festival is under way with Swedish pop star Zara Larsson set to headline.23 May 202619 May 2026Villagers 'trapped' by Big Weekend road closureA major route spanning almost two roads will close as the three-day festival returns to Wearside.19 May 202614 May 2026Listed status bid for threatened glass centreHistoric England is also considering a Certificate of Immunity from listing for the Sunderland site.14 May 202613 May 2026Councillor suspended over racism allegationsReform suspends Paul Gibbins after confirming he was under investigation on Sunday.13 May 202610 May 2026Councillor under investigation over racism allegationsReform UK investigate Glenn Gibbins after his Sunderland election win on Thursday.10 May 202610 May 2026Lib Dems 'are official opposition' in North EastThe Liberal Democrats came first in Newcastle and claimed second place in Sunderland and Gateshead.10 May 2026...