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NewsSunderland Echo

Washington actor set to star in Lego's first musical film on Netflix

She’s made the big movie within a year of graduating.

11 October 2026
Sunderland Echo

Pink Self Storage wins planning permission from Sunderland City Council for Washington self-storage site

Plans have been approved for a large self-storage facility near a major Wearside shopping hub.

9 October 2026
Chronicle Live (Newcastle)

Tributes paid to 'much-loved' husband and grandad who sadly died after Washington collision

The family of David Reed have paid tribute to the Sunderland fan following his tragic death last month

7 October 2026
Sunderland Echo

11 traders you would have found at 'InShops' in Washington's Galleries in 2008

It had everything from picture framing to a pet store, household goods to fashion and wools to perfume

2 October 2026
The Northern Echo

Sections of A182 to close for four months for pipe works - public notice

A182 Washington Highway in Sunderland closes from October 12 for pipe works at Mount Pleasant, with diversions in place and disruption expected for four months.

1 October 2026
Sunderland Echo

Washington pupils receive prestigious national award for conservation work

“What makes this award feel so special is that it was all led by the children”

28 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

South Hylton residents say Metro extension plan will "divide community in two" and call for rethink

Nexus is currently consulting with the city’s residents about the proposed Washington Metro extension plan

25 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Washington man claims he feels trapped in home after police forced entry into property

He has made a formal complaint against Northumbria Police

23 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Construction starts in Washington on creation of all hazards village for firefighters' training

The facility will also be available for other blue light services to use

22 September 2026
Shields Gazette

South Shields man and Washington woman appear in court over street brawl charges

A South Shields man and a Washington woman appeared in court accused of brawling on Westoe Road.

21 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Annual Washington Carnival is a success as families enjoy free entertainment including magic, rides and heritage displays

Some late summer fun came to Albany Park this weekend with the return of Washington Carnival.

20 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Bumper autumn programme in store at Arts Centre Washington

There’s plenty in store at the venue this autumn.

16 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Washington Carnival returning with circus skills, magic shows and more

The annual event is a highlight of the Washington calendar.

15 September 2026
The Northern Echo

Man arrested after cyclist dies in crash with black Mercedes overnight

A cyclist has died after a crash with a Mercedes on Nissan Way, Washington, Sunderland. Northumbria Police arrested a man and are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

11 September 2026
Chronicle Live (Newcastle)

Man arrested following death of cyclist in collision with car in Washington

The rider of the bike – a man aged in his 50s – was pronounced dead at the scene

11 September 2026
Chronicle Live (Newcastle)

Tyne and Wear Metro extension to Washington will 'cut village in half'

Locals in South Hylton fear their area will be 'destroyed' by plans to extend the Tyne and Wear Metro line from its current end point to create a new route to Washington

10 September 2026
Chronicle Live (Newcastle)

Metro to Washington funding unclear – with less than half of required money confirmed

Councillors were told on Tuesday that only £400 million has been confirmed for the Tyne and Wear Metro's extension to Washington, a project that could cost upwards of £1 billion

9 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Albany Primary in Washington pictured through the years in a class set of school memories

A gallery of Echo photos from 2003 to 2014

8 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Be prepared to be wowed by this fantastic apartment in a Grade 2 listed Washington building

‘Renovated into executive apartments to accommodate spacious modern living’

8 September 2026
Sunderland Echo

Major change to plans for new Washington padel hub

Plans for a new padel hub in Washington are being scaled back after developers found existing utilities crossing part of the site.

8 September 2026

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