SUNDERLAND’S Director of Public Health is clamping down on false rumours about the vaccines. OVER 24 million people have had their first dose of the vaccine. However, some minorities have refused or are against the vaccine, and they call themselves anti-vaxxers. While vaccines were beginning to roll out, rumours circulated […]
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138 victims of domestic abuse every day in NE – women 26-30 most at risk
THE death of Sarah Everard has raised many questions on the number of cases of harassment, sexual offences and domestic abuse in the UK. SR News has analysed data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) in the North East to understand the situation in our region. Data shows […]
Sunderland’s most inspiring youngster says we must celebrate youngsters
TOGETHER for Children is launching the annual search for Sunderland’s most inspiring young people, as nominations open for the Sunderland Young Achievers Awards 2021. The charity, which provides children’s services on behalf of Sunderland Council, is celebrating the 29th year of the awards, celebrating children and young people aged […]
City school tells pupils to self-isolate after Covid case is confirmed
A SUNDERLAND headteacher has been forced to ask students to self-isolate at home within days of their school reopening, due to a positive case of coronavirus. Academy 360, in Pennywell, wrote to all parents after a positive case of coronavirus was confirmed at the school. All students identified as […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
‘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 […]
“Don’t let negativity pull you down”: A pharmacy student’s message on International Women’s Day
AFTER years of heartache, loss and setbacks, Taiyyibah Irfan’s dream of being a pharmacist is now a reality, and today – on International Women’s Day – she is hoping her story will inspire others. TAIYYIBAH started her Pharmacy degree at the University of Sunderland in 2013 but didn’t graduate until […]