The North East certainly isn’t well known for its food; if you asked a southerner what springs to mind when they think about the North East, they will likely say the passionate sports fans. But the North East does have some hidden gems when it comes to food and drink. […]
In recent years teenage pregnancies have been on a steady decline in Tyne and Wear and some of the surrounding areas in the North East. This may be because more teenagers are focusing on their education rather than starting families. A study showed that one in three English 18-year-olds have […]
Speakeasy, jazz and vintage shopping all within the North East region. It’s undeniable that there are a variety of diverse bars, restaurants and shops within the North East. However, going to the same places with similar décor, products and menus can become tedious. Which is why SR News have found […]
Bank Holiday Monday saw almost 800 people from South Tyneside come out to remember the lives of Chloe Rutherford and Liam Curry, who lost their lives in Manchester’s terror attack last May. A charity football match took place at Mariners Park in South Shields and featured friends and family […]
Empire Cinemas will host a free MiniCon event featuring local vendors and numerous activities on Saturday. In celebration of the release of “Avengers: Infinity War” and the upcoming releases of “Solo: A Star Wars Story” and “Deadpool 2,” attendees are encouraged to dress in Cosplay and take part in activities […]
When you think of the North East, the Cold War of the 20th century might not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, the region is home to a number of observation bunkers dating from this period – 15 of which SR News have visited and plotted on […]
An online petition calling for the ban of the sale of puppies by pet shops and third-party dealers has gained widespread popularity among the nation and pet lovers. The environment secretary Michael Gove announced that the government is considering a ban on the sale of puppies in pet shops, and […]
Five Sunderland parks are in the running for the prestigious park of the year award in the annual People’s Choice Award. The parks in the running include Mowbray Park, Roker Park, Barnes Park, Herrington Country Park and Hetton Lyons Country Park. Councillor Michael Mordey said: “Just to be in the […]
Labour have gained two seats in North Tyneside in the 2018 local elections. The party took both Cullercoats and Monkseaton North from the Conservatives: Joe Kirwin defeated incumbent Les Miller by just 28 votes in Monkseaton North, while Willie Samuel defeated Ken Barrie in Cullercoats. They also gained Northumberland from […]
Sunderland will be having a new Mayor very soon, Councillor Lynda Scanlan. Councillor Scanlan was sworn in at a full meeting of the Sunderland City Council. The new Mayor will be supported during her term in the office by her long-time family friend and work colleague, Mr. Michael Horswill, who […]