Author: Ryan Lim
Thomas the Tank Engine visits the Stephenson Railway Museum
The fireman shovels coal into the firebox, the guard slams doors, a quick blast from his whistle, and steam fills the platform to the tune of pistons pumping. The annual Day Out With Thomas returns to the Stephenson Railway Museum. Children of all ages are invited to visit Thomas at the […]
Nearly 1,000 soldiers deployed to UK streets after terror threat raised to ‘critical’
The UK’s terror threat level has been raised to “critical” meaning “a further attack may be imminent”, according to the Prime Minister Theresa May. In the aftermath, nearly 1,000 soldiers have now been deployed across key UK sites to protect the public. This comes after investigators are unable to rule out if […]
Vigil held at Newcastle Monument following Manchester Arena terror attack
A ‘Peace and Unity’ vigil was held at Newcastle’s Grey’s Monument to pay tribute to those who have been affected by the Manchester Arena bombing. Organised by Labour councillor Dipu Ahad, the vigil remembers those who have lost their lives or been injured by the suicide attack at the Ariana Grande […]
Seaham man speaks out on multiple sclerosis
Seaham man, Brian West, spoke to SRNews about living with Multiple Sclerosis in hopes of raising awareness. Brian has been living with multiple sclerosis (MS) since 2010. He says there is a growing need to raise awareness of the disease. Its not a disability that is clearly visible as most people with MS seem to be […]
Wearside veteran set to receive the French Legion d’Honneur
Sunderland’s WWII hero Ted Hold, 96, is set to receive France’s highest honour, the Legion d’Honneur. The award has been presented to British WWII veterans who participated in the D-Day landings to commemorate the part they played in France’s liberation from Nazi control. Ted served in the 6th Airborne Division as a signaller and was […]
BREXIT Letter: North East England Chamber of Commerce sees leaving the EU as an opportunity
The North East England Chamber of Commerce (NECC) has welcomed the triggering of Article 50. Theresa May’s letter to Donald Tusk, President of the European Council, was received today (March, 29). Ben Powick, policy advisor for the NECC, said: “With the great repeal bill that’s going to enshrine EU law […]
Sunderland reacts to Westminster terrorist Incident
Sunderland has reacted to a terrorist incident at the Palace of Westminster in London. Watching the news my thoughts are with the victims #Westminster#London — kelly (@kelly_harland) March 22, 2017 Very well done to @LAS_HART @metpoliceuk @LDNairamb @LondonFire and all other services involved in the incident in #Westminster #team999 — […]
Northumbria Police rated to be “Good” by Inspectorate
Northumbria Police has been given a “good” rating in the latest Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary inspection. The report highlighted: “outstanding practice in the way it (The Force) supports vulnerable victims.” Inspectors have said that Northumbria Police gives “excellent service to victims”, especially those affected by more serious crimes such as […]
Revolution bar suffers at the hands of Storm Doris
Revolution is one of the first properties in Sunderland to be damaged by the explosive storm named Storm Doris. Around 2pm, the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service responded to a call at Revolution regarding a pair of panel windows broken by the storm. Graham Madge, spokesman for the […]