A city centre railway station has been branded an "embarrassment" after becoming home to just one business since its £27m ...

It was only 55 years ago but it was the year when Monkwearmouth Station almost was lined up for another use. The famous Sunderland landmark was being considered for an avant-garde arts centre in 1970.

The Tyne and Wear Metro system was disrupted today after the service was halted due to Network Rail repairs in Sunderland. To allow the transport company to complete the essential work, no trains were ...

Sunderland City Council is holding two New Year's Eve firework displays instead of the light show. Sunderland Council defends a £28,500 bill to open the Keel Crossing for one day. Crown Works Studios ...

A fire service will build an "all hazards village" to train firefighters in how to tackle different types of emergencies.

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