TOUGHER measures aimed at tackling anti-social behaviour across Sunderland will come into force in May. UNDER the city’s newly updated Public Space Protection order, from May 1 people will be facing fixed penalties of £100 compared with the current £75 fine. The city council will introduce a ban on spitting […]
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Neuron Mobility have launched an E Scooter trial in Sunderland
AN E Scooter trial has been launched in Sunderland by E Scooter providers Neuron Mobility, after they had successfully launched them in Newcastle earlier this year. The bright orange electric scooters are available for hire, via a user-friendly app – Neuron. The E Scooters have already proved popular with local […]
How the pandemic has exposed the true scale of the region’s homeless crisis
HOLD FOR PUBLICATION – RIGHT OF REPLY NEEDS TO BE GIVEN TO THE FIVE COUNCILS?HOUSING ASSOCIATIONS MENTIONED. NEIL MAC EXCLUSIVE An investigation by SR News today reveals how the pandemic is exposing the true scale of the region’s homeless population. We have found evidence of vulnerable people in crisis being […]
Teen pregnancy rates fall 145% since 2009
STATISTICS have shown that teen pregnancy rates in the UK have fallen to the lowest in a generation, dropping an astounding 145 per cent in the last decade. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed there were 15,644 conceptions in Under-18’s in 2018 compared to 38,259 […]
Sunderland Culture and Field Music create online arts exhibition
LOCAL organisation Sunderland Culture and Sunderland band, Field Music have come together to create an online exhibition for fans of the arts and music world. THE free exhibition ‘Paint the Town in Sound’ will be online until July 6 and will showcase the links between art and music, including Field […]
95% mortgage scheme introduced for those looking to own a house
NORTH EAST Solicitors warn against possible future problems with government proposed 5% Mortgages. A SPOKESPERSON for Langley’s solicitors has spoken out that couples should consider a sensible approach to shared ownership of a property. They should have a written agreement in place in order to avoid lengthy and costly property […]
North East has ‘grave worries’ about Instagram for children
NORTH East residents have weighed in on Facebook’s plans for an Instagram platform aimed at under-13s, with many concerned about child safety. AFTER Buzzfeed News obtained an internal post by an Instagram executive in March, a large group of global public health advocates have urged Facebook to scrap these plans […]
Sunderland Student’s Union launch a campaign in light of the recent event involving Sarah Everard
THE University of Sunderland Student’s Union have launched a campaign called ‘Take Back The Streets’ in light of the recent events involving Sarah Everard. It took place on Wednesday 21st April where they discussed with students how they can make their university and themselves feel safer. In both the […]
Newcastle streetwear brand celebrates 10 years of trading
REDSTAR Clothing marks decade ‘in the game’ with dedicated collection. OPERATING from their South Shields HQ, streetwear brand, Redstar Clothing are celebrating a 10-year milestone with a dedicated collection paying homage to their first ever designs, which will be available from April 29. Over the past decade, Redstar defined themselves […]
Salvation Army manager praises Sunderland fans after SAFC win Community Club of the Year award
Southwick Salvation Army community manager, Graham Wharton, praised Sunderland fans after it was announced the club had won the EFL Community Club of the Year award. The award was given as a result of their fundraiser for the EFL Trophy final, where fans raised around £170,000 purchasing virtual tickets.