Two Salford residents have shared their experiences of how the Covid-19 outbreak has effected them mentally, physically and financially. Zach, […]
Tag: lockdown
“We are very fortunate that we are financially secure” – Walkden Cricket Club reflect on the impact of lockdown
For many local sports clubs in Salford, the affects of COVID-19 have massively impacted the way they have been able […]
“It’s been nice to capture happy memories in this time” Salford photographer raises over £3600 for children’s hospice with lockdown portraits
A local photographer has raised over £3,600 for a children’s hospice by offering free ‘doorstep portraits’ to families around Salford during lockdown. […]
New online Lowry exhibition will share Salford lockdown stories from 2020
The Lowry in Salford has today announced plans for a major online exhibition exploring how LS Lowry’s hometown endured lockdown. […]
Theatre in Isolation Festival brings performances to your sofa
Young Salfordian writer Libby Hall features in a pop-up theatre festival designed to prove that the show must go on. […]
Worsley MP writes letter to Prime Minister over the actions of Dominic Cummings
Worsley & Eccles South MP Barbara Keeley has written a letter to the Prime Minister and supports calls to sack […]
“I want people to have positive memories of lockdown” Salford photographer offers ‘doorstep portraits’ to raise money for children’s hospice
A photographer from Salford has been taking free ‘doorstep portraits’ for families during lockdown to raise money for a children’s […]
“It’s incredibly uplifting during these strange times” Local students cheer veterans with lockdown letters
Schoolchildren are writing letters to veterans at Salford’s Broughton House to keep their spirits up during lockdown. Pupils at Prestwich […]
Virtual community raffle supports local businesses in Salford West
A business owner has created a virtual community raffle to support independent businesses during lockdown in Salford west. Susie Kwok, […]
Eccles football club kids raise more than £1,000 for Salford Royal Hospital
Players from an Eccles football club have kick-started a Coronavirus fundraiser for Salford Royal staff by doing keepy uppies in […]
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Reopening of Working Class Movement Library Reading Room
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New in Entertainment
Starring new role for The Lowry in Salford as arts venue signs deal to become temporary ‘Nightingale Court’
LOWRY: GM Artist Hub awarded £60,000 by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
Reopening of Working Class Movement Library Reading Room
New Bailey and 0161 Community create NHS mural
Christopher Eccleston to reprise iconic Doctor Who role