Sunderland City Council8 hrs agoRejected dog-walking field developer to try againAfter three refusals, those wanting a bookable dog walking area in Penshaw vow to apply again.8 hrs agoWear5 days agoRepairs to storm-hit pier under wayWork on Sunderland's Roker Pier, which has been closed since October 2023, will take about 12 weeks.5 days agoWear6 days agoDisused church to become arts and learning centreSunderland's St Mary's Church is Grade II listed, but has been empty for some time.6 days agoWear7 days agoFilm festival back 'bigger than ever'Festival bosses say they received the highest number of entries to date, with more than 1,100 films.7 days agoWear9 May 2025Adult social care team boosted by watchdog praiseInspectors say Sunderland's adult social services staff have "a passion for providing good care".9 May 2025Wear6 May 2025Town supermarket set for hundreds of solar panelsThe Morrisons supermarket is given the green light to install more than 800 solar panels.6 May 2025Wear2 May 2025City centre car parks in line for £2m revampSunderland City Council is asked to approve work to St Mary's and Sunniside multi-storey car parks.2 May 2025Wear1 May 2025Plans for flats near music venue thrown outA planning inspector upholds concerns that residents would complain about noise from the venue.1 May 2025Wear27 Apr 2025Dog owners warned of summer beach banThe ban, which was renewed following a public consultation last year, runs from May to September.27 Apr 2025Wear...