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New Washington Sainsbury’s store creates 20 jobs

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:27:37 GMT

UP to 20 jobs are to be created with the opening of a new mini-supermarket.

Pupils’ history lesson from Sunderland FA Cup heroes

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:20:30 GMT

PUPILS got a footballing lesson at school as four cup heroes paid a visit.

Meet the ferrets who want to steal your heart

Mon, 20 May 2013 17:05:24 GMT

These cheeky chaps are looking for new homes. Alison Goulding meets the North East Ferret Rescue’s friendly, furry family.

Police searching for man after graffiti and damage at Sunderland Metro station

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:46:50 GMT

BRITISH Transport Police (BTP) are appealing for information after graffiti was etched into panelling at a Metro station and, a short while later, a Metro train was damaged.

Sunderland hospital buildings on asbestos risk register

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:41:05 GMT

ASBESTOS is present in 28 hospital buildings across Sunderland.

Sunderland gym launches drive to get amputees into exercise

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:36:27 GMT

A PERSONAL trainer is aiming to get more amputees involved in exercise.

‘Why I gave up meat’ – Frankie & The Heartstrings frontman Frankie Francis on going ‘vegeguarian’

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:59:19 GMT

It’s National Vegetarian Week and the perfect opportunity for all you meat eaters to give it a go. Cara Houchen speaks to Frankie & the Heartstrings frontman Frankie Francis about why he gave the burgers the boot plus we bring you some easy recipes to try.

Sunderland pensioner, 81, faces jail for sex attacks committed 50 years ago

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:25:12 GMT

A PENSIONER could be put behind bars over sex attacks he carried out on children half a century ago.

Welcome to our new website

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:20:53 GMT

THE Sunderland Echo’s website now has a new look for its great mix of local news, sport and information.

VIDEO: Paolo Di Canio’s angry assault on discipline at Sunderland

Mon, 20 May 2013 14:50:18 GMT

PAOLO Di Canio launches an angry attack on the discipline of his squad after Phil Bardsley was pictured laying on the floor of a casino covered in £50 notes.

Young Borneo climb team use Sunderland Winter Gardens for humidity training

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:26:21 GMT

PUPILS climbed the height of a Borneo mountain without leaving Sunderland – in a bid to fund a trip to the real thing.

Accused in court after Sunderland vs West Ham violence

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:50:22 GMT

SEVENTEEN people have appeared in court following a mass brawl in Sunderland city centre between rival football fans.

VIDEO: Every Race for Life 5k runner crossing the start line

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:37:31 GMT

CAN you spot yourself crossing the start line?

VIDEO: Highlights from Sunderland’s Race for Life events

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:17:42 GMT

VIDEO highlights from the Race for Life events at Herrington Country Park.

Sunderland hospital apologises after mum dies following oxygen mistake

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:17:01 GMT

A MOTHER died after being given huge amounts of oxygen by a nurse “not trained” in the procedure.

Scammed student paid £250 for a bottle of water – thinking it was an iPad

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:00:26 GMT

A FOREIGN student was tricked into paying £250 for a bag containing a bottle of water, when he believed he was buying an iPod and iPad.

Boxer in court over alleged assault charge

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:57:50 GMT

A RISING boxing star is set to appear in court today over an alleged attack on a woman.

Thousands in Sunderland’s Race for Life + SLIDESHOW

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:57:11 GMT

THOUSANDS of women pulled on their running shoes to raise funds for the fight against cancer.

Couple’s ‘mega shock’ as toddler diagnosed with rare cancer

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:52:40 GMT

THE parents of a toddler diagnosed with a rare cancer have opened up about his devastating diagnosis.

Music academy lands £10,000 thanks to Andrew Lloyd Webber

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:09:27 GMT

CLASSES which strike up a love of music in families has been given a boost of £10,000, thanks to Andrew Lloyd Webber.