About Sunderland
Sunderland is a city and port in Tyne And Wear in the North East Of England. Formerly the largest shipbuilding port in the world, Sunderland's last shipyard closed in 1988, giving way to other industries such as car manufacture and the firms which supply that sector. Where the shipyards once stood, new developments such as Sunderland AFC's Stadium Of Light and The National Glass Centre now help to form a modern and ever expanding city. Its university adds to this vibrancy with an influx of students always ready to sample the city's many nightclubs, bars and restaurants.
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Two North East MPs standing down
Two North East Labour MPs have announced they are standing down at the next general election.
Crowds expected at kite festival
Thousands of visitors are expected to flock to an annual kite festival being staged on Wearside.
Chopra completes Cardiff switch
Michael Chopra has completed his club record £4m move to Championship side Cardiff City from Sunderland.
Council begins £500m schools plan
The first part of a £500m scheme to transform secondary schools across County Durham is due to get under way.
Boxer to fire gun for city race
Olympic bronze medallist Tony Jeffries will signal the start for runners in a new race in his home town.
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