Episodes

  • Sunderland: Sunderland City of Sanctuary urges Reform to run council | June 22

    Sunderland: Sunderland City of Sanctuary urges Reform to run council | June 22
    Jun 22 2026
    Sunderland City of Sanctuary urged the Reform Party to take control of the city council, pushing for inclusive governance, while Sunderland FC’s academy director Ghisolfi unveiled plans to boost youth development with help from club legend Luis-Dreyfus. The city also celebrated its 'Year of Music' with free performances and festivals, highlighting its cultural growth and community impact.
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    2 mins
  • Sunderland: Sunderland FC aims to boost revenue while preserving its unique identity. | June 21

    Sunderland: Sunderland FC aims to boost revenue while preserving its unique identity. | June 21
    Jun 21 2026
    Sunderland's Sunderland Football Club is exploring new revenue streams while pursuing a top Serie A defender, with manager Le Bris weighing a move. A former chairman is also launching a holiday home project for children with serious illnesses, alongside comic book workshops and the upcoming Hadestown tour at Sunderland Empire.
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    2 mins
  • Sunderland: Sunderland eye hospital set to open in July | June 20

    Sunderland: Sunderland eye hospital set to open in July | June 20
    Jun 20 2026
    Sunderland's new Eye Hospital opens next month, offering advanced treatments and easing healthcare pressure, while the city advances regeneration plans for a historic neighborhood and a 1,000-home development in Sunniside. The Liberal Democrats narrowly won recent elections, with council leaders emphasizing stable governance for local progress.
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    1 min
  • Sunderland: Sunderland City Council moves forward with key partnership for Sunniside deve... | June 19

    Sunderland: Sunderland City Council moves forward with key partnership for Sunniside deve... | June 19
    Jun 19 2026
    Sunderland City Council approved a partnership for Sunniside development and pledged new funding for carers, while Sunderland AFC appointed John Hewitson as Head of Academy. The council also rejected padel court plans, sparking debate over recreational priorities.
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    1 min
  • Sunderland: Sunderland's future in focus as UK and Nissan discuss plant support | June 18

    Sunderland: Sunderland's future in focus as UK and Nissan discuss plant support | June 18
    Jun 18 2026
    Sunderland's economic future is in flux as CEO confirms takeover interest and Nissan talks loom, with potential job security for the Sunderland plant. A unique high street project blends climbing walls and retail, while residents protest a pub-to-shop conversion, and a homelessness charity faces closure.
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    2 mins
  • Sunderland: Sunderland FC set for honorary doctorate thanks to community work | June 17

    Sunderland: Sunderland FC set for honorary doctorate thanks to community work | June 17
    Jun 17 2026
    Sunderland FC is a top contender for an honorary doctorate due to its community initiatives and youth programs, while the city's council launches the Sunderland Gift Card to boost the local economy. The new Sunderland AFC flagship shop opens near the stadium, and South Shields FC partners with Hummel for their 2026/27 kits.
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    2 mins
  • Sunderland: Sunderland Celebrates Jill Scott's Return with Emotional Ceremony | June 15

    Sunderland: Sunderland Celebrates Jill Scott's Return with Emotional Ceremony | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Sunderland planners approved repairs to the historic cemetery chapel, preserving 19th-century architecture, while Jill Scott returned for a heartfelt Coming Home Challenge celebration. The Premier League draw at the Stadium of Light and concerns over a young World Cup star's exploitation sparked discussions on heritage, sports legacy, and youth protection.
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    2 mins