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“That game changed the whole history of football in Spain” – The day a Salford priest scored five goals against Real Madrid 114 years ago

It has been 114 years to the day since a Salford priest scored five goals against Real Madrid in a […]

From press release to Salford Now.

“The vaccine is being given to those most at risk in our community” – Clarendon Leisure Centre opens as first community vaccination centre

Hundreds of Salford residents will receive their first Covid-19 vaccine this week as the mass vaccination programme begins across England. […]

cc: Eccles Rugby Football Club

“We’re all ready and excited to get back” Salford grassroots clubs react to return of sports after lockdown

Sports clubs around Salford have reacted to the return of grassroots sports and recreation, which is allowed after the national lockdown […]

Martina Greenwood is Swinton Lionesses first coach. (cc: Swinton Lions).

RUGBY LEAGUE: Martina Greenwood announced as first ever head coach for Swinton Lionesses

Swinton Lions have officially announced the appointment of Martina Greenwood to pioneer their newly formed Lionesses team as head coach.  The […]

cc: Emma Lenihan

“We all need to have a bit of hope” – Children’s mental health organisation hosting free online event during lockdown

A local children’s mental health organisation is hosting an online three-day event this month to provide support to young people […]

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“Adding a women’s team to our organisation was a no-brainer” – Swinton Lions update on plans for women’s team

Swinton Lions are ready and raring to go with their Lionesses side, despite their original training date being put on […]

cc: BBC News

“Not a reasoned approach” – Salford Mayor Paul Dennett criticises Government over failure to reach agreement on tier three restrictions

Salford Mayor Paul Dennett has attacked Government support for Greater Manchester after talks between the region’s leadership and Boris Johnson’s administration collapsed.