‘HOBBY photographers’ in the North East have used the pandemic as a time to focus on their photography. Some have used the extra time to enhance their skills, while others have used taking photos as escapism. Chloe Vials Explores. THE Covid-19 lockdown has been a daunting time for most, […]
Month: March 2021
Master Debonair announced as latest addition to renovated Mackie’s Corner
AWARD-winning independent menswear retailer Master Debonair have announced they will be the latest addition to the newly-renovated mid-19th century building Mackie’s Corner in Sunderland city centre. Over the past year the historic site has undergone essential renovations by local property developers the Kirtley family, who purchased the building in […]
“I burnt Nicole Scherzinger’s dress”: Sunderland graduate on working as a stylist for the stars
SUNDERLAND graduate and celebrity stylist Madeleine Bowden gave a masterclass to students at the University of Sunderland on her X Factor mishap, sewing pants on a singer live on stage, and touring the world with Jessie J. STYLIST Madeleine Bowden grimaces as she recalls the time she burnt a pop […]
Pioneering Northumbria Police scheme sets example for women’s safety plan
AS Downing Street pledged to take ‘immediate steps’ to improve safety for women and girls across the country in the wake of Sarah Everard’s death, Northumbria Police said today its own anti-predator scheme is to be re-started. ‘Operation Cloak’ is to spring back into action once pubs are open […]
One year since first Covid case in Sunderland
The first case of COVID-19 in Sunderland was confirmed a year ago today. The Sunderland resident who tested positive for coronavirus was taken to South Tyneside District Hospital for treatment. At the time just over 320 cases of the virus had been found in the UK. Since then, 20,986 cases […]
The double dose of discrimination derailing young LGBTQ lives
‘COMING out’ is derailing the lives of some young LGBT people – thanks to a double dose of discrimination which is leaving them homeless and without help when they need it most. That’s according to a UK charity which helps young homeless people, and has found that almost a […]
Urban green spaces boost wellbeing but many lack access to city parks and gardens
Sunderland City Council announced in February that 2,000 more trees are to be planted across the city, including alder, aspen and oak trees. Meanwhile, Newcastle City Council is working in partnership with the National Trust and Urban Green Newcastle to plant blossom trees. Popular in Japan, the National Trust aims […]
“It felt strange to wear a full uniform after days in my pyjamas,” says pupil
TEACHERS, psychologists, parents, members of the government – they’ve all had their say about going back to school. But what about the children? SR News asked them directly what they were looking forward to the most or if they were feeling anxious about going back to school after 11 weeks […]
Could a simple lifestyle change reduce health risks of Type 1 Diabetes?
“WITH many of us spending more time sitting as a result of the pandemic, this research is more important than ever.” IMPROVING the health of people with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) through a simple and practical change in lifestyle is being explored by a team of UK researchers. Dr Matthew […]
‘Your postcode can predict many health outcomes’, Sunderland expert says
A Sunderland specialist believes that the area where you live “can predict many health outcomes”, as the city is ranked among the least healthy places in England. A TOP from The Sunday Times, based on The Office for National Statistics and England’s health index, analysing people’s level of health, physical […]