Police say they have now arrested three people.

Three arrested after 'serious assault'

Cole unveils new look and menu

Ally Gordon

Killer of Connor Brown jailed again after being caught with knife

Gianmarco and Matteo Fermi pictured on their first ever visit to Sunderland.

'Sunderland is magic!' Italian twins verdict after first visit to SoL

Seaham's popular Studio B launches own Cute and Curvy line

Neil Spann (left) and Ross Nagle with an example of the Power Roll solar panels.

The company revolutionising solar power and tackling climate change

Police were called to an address in Lily Street.

Man in hospital after 'serious assault' reported

Crime

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A mother and daughter have "lost everything" following a house fire in South Hylton.

Appeal launched after mother and daughter 'lose everything' in fire

Armed police in Seaham.

Watch as armed police make arrest after reports of a man with a knife

Lucas Jones.

Man battered Uber driver in 'racist' attack

Sunderland AFC

Watford appoint make head coach announcement ahead of SAFC fixture
Championship news: Watford make head coach appointment ahead of their fixture against Sunderland.
Joe Nicholson

SAFC legends react to controversial FA Cup decision

Kjetil Knutsen has been given odds 12/1 to be named Sunderland's next head coach after the sacking of Michael Beale earlier this year. He was 12/1 last week.

Next SAFC manager: Ex-Leeds and Preston men enter betting with new fave named

Man Utd boss makes Amad admission after SAFC's transfer attempts

SAFC academy prospect on trial at another Championship club

David Preece

Ex-coach reflects on 'incredible' stint under Grayson in India

Stephen Wearne

Ex-Sunderland player enjoys career reboot as play-offs beckon

'Been made': SAFC U21s coach provides contract update

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Sunderland winger eyed to replace former Chelsea & West Ham stars

More Sunderland AFC

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer visited Selby. PIC: Joe Giddens/PA Wire

Sir Keir Starmer hits out at Coventry v Man Utd FA Cup controversy

One loose pass early on but a good cameo after that. Some nice touches and a good break forward late on, earning a free kick that Sunderland wasted. 6

Dodds on surprise Sunderland return as former boss takes new role

Dennis Cirkin celebrates scoring last season

How Sunderland went backwards from memorable moment one year ago today

Sunderland celebrate Pierre Ekwah's goal against West Brom

Staying, going or loan: Every Sunderland players' status explained

Crime

Callum MacGregor.

Sex offender gets wish of returning to jail granted

Stalking can make life miserable for victims. PA image.

Police message for National Stalking and Harassment Awareness Week

The man took to the rooftops of Hendon.

Wanted Sunderland fugitive back under arrest after rooftop chase

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Reddit user's sickening post about young boys sees him landed in court

Simon and Tanya Brown have been supporting the project at Sunderland College

New technology uses Connor Brown murder to teach horror of knife crime

Mathew Smith.

'Chilling' stalker fitted tracker to woman's car

What's On

Month-long Pride in Sunderland celebrations announced

The Michael Young Trio performs an evening of free live music dedicated to Horace Silver from 6.30pm on Monday, April 29.

Tribute to jazz legend at free Engine Room show in Sunderland

Come along to the Dementia Cafe at The Laurels Care Home

The Laurels Care Home in Hetton-le-Hole to hold Dementia Café on Friday 17th May...

Times we've seen Vera star Brenda Blethyn on Wearside.

11 pictures of Vera filming in and around Sunderland

Retro

Tell us about the friends you made, the adventures you went on.

The last Sunderland children to visit Middleton Camp before it closed
35 years ago when these children brought an adventurous era to an end
Chris Cordner

A great organisation - and a great set of guide dog photos from the Echo archives.

Barney, Autumn and Tumble - gorgeous guide dogs who stole our hearts

The 'ghost signs' depicting yesteryear Sunderland

21 photos from Sunderland schools in the 1980s. Over to you to browse further.

21 of the best photos from Sunderland school days in the 1980s

Nine Echo archive photos sandwiched into one superb gallery of scenes.

Nine perfect picnic photos from Sunderland over the years

Homes & Gardens

Figures are based on the median house price during the year ending in March 2023, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data.

The 18 cheapest neighbourhoods to buy a home in Sunderland
They include three areas where a home costs less than £90,000 on average.
Kevin Clark

Figures are based on the median house price during the year ending in March 2023, according to the latest Office for National Statistics data

The 18 costliest places to buy a home in Sunderland

New subscription free Ring video doorbell alternative from Imou.

New subscription free ring video doorbell alternative from Imou

North East houses prices rose faster than the rest of the country in February

North East house prices rising at sharpest rate in the UK

Pick up as many plastic-free groceries as you can during your next food shop. Wholesalers and even some leading supermarkets now offer pasta, rice and cereals by weight – just bring your Kilner® Jar (RRP from £3) and fill up!

Build a greener kitchen this Earth Day with ideas from Kilner®

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

WordwheelPit yourself against the clock with our simple anagram game

Lifestyle

Kayleigh Llewellyn and Beatrix Archbold who are spearheading a campaign to raise awareness of organ donation.

Wearside girl's first day at kindergarten after heart transplant

Fiat 500 Electric (RED)

The Fiat 500 Electric is small but perfectly formed, says Julie Marshall

Pick up a pack of Tesco Finest Quarter Pounders, now just £3.50, down from £4.00.

Stock up for the bank holiday with up to 44% off BBQ essentials at Tesco

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People

The patrol vessel on operation in the harbour area.

People urged to 'stay safe' in the water after patrol crew save a life
Two patrol boats will be deployed during busy periods over the summer and spring.
Neil Fatkin

From left: Hedworth Court resident Jimmy, Louise Bassett and Marc Edwards of Gentoo, Claire Wrightson and Geoff Hodgkiss of Equans.

Gentoo thanks high-rise tenants

The city's residents came together to celebrate the Hindu festivals of Ram Navami and Hanuman Jayanti.

Sunderland unites to celebrate Hindu festivals

Olivia after completing her swimming challenge.

Girl swims 9km to raise £1,000 for Great Ormond Street Hospital

From left: among the medallists were Heidi Zarek, nine, Emily Maw 13, coach Zoe Chandler, Poppy Wood, 12 and 11 year-old Lily Fiskel.

Another load of success for Sunderland weightlifting club

Best In Sunderland

Davey's Mexicana heading to STACK Seaburn

Inside Newlands Lodges, where off-grid peace meets luxe living

14 big festivals and outdoor events heading to Sunderland in 2024

Inside Sunderland's new Cafe Floriana

Business

(Left to right) LM Global Telecoms founders Terry Lewis, Mike Mead and Gary Luther.

The men connecting the region's best loved charities and institutions

A recent development

Local Housebuilder Scores 5 Stars Yet Again

7 photos of HSBC making a difference in the community in the North East.

Seven pictures of HSBC staff in Sunderland over the years

Photos spanning from 1990 to 2015 but we want to know if you recognise the people in them.

Seven great pictures of Ladbrokes staff in Sunderland over the years

Staff in the press section get their look at the new Qashqai

Nissan workers get first sight of new-look Qashqai

Work is under way on the firm's second plant

Plans submitted for third Sunderland electric vehicle gigafactory

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Jay McGuinness is coming to Sunderland.

Chance to meet Wanted star Jay

Reminiscing on Sunderland Harriers and, in particular, the year when Les Arnott, had a special reason for missing the London Marathon.

Sunderland man's unique London Marathon experience in 1991

Supporters of the Fans Museum charity bike ride were out in force.

Sunderland legends join in Fans Museum bike challenge

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UK Trending

Video grab as a delivery man hurdles a gate after being chased by a small dog.

Watch: Delivery driver sprints and vaults over gate to avoid pet dog

A bitter neighbour boundary dispute has been settled in court - after raging for decades. Angela Coupe, 70, and Ian Revell, 66

Watch: Neighbours at war settle boundary dispute after 30 years

Scott Goulding, 24, was captured on CCTV climbing through a smashed window of the fast-food restaurant in Mansfield, Notts. He has been jailed for three years for the break-in and for an arson Picture: Nottinghamshire Police / SWNS

Watch: Burglar caught on camera raiding McDonald's for food

Adam Marmont has been jailed for dangerous driving.

Watch: Car with shredded front tyre crashes into hedge in police chase

Millions of clueless Brits believe certain drinks are of UK origin

Badger spotted window shopping.

Watch: Badger caught on video taking a stroll through shopping centre

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