Around 25% of Manchester’s population was born overseas, and Salford, which has seen a population increase of at least 138% […]
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“It’s following the same journey I had travelling around Europe living on just £1 a day” – Former Green Party MP is set to release his debut novel which tackles issues of homelessness.
Bryan Blears, former Green Party MP for Salford, has announced he is releasing his debut novel ‘These Walls Were Never […]
Anyone want a free school bus?
Free school buses are up for grabs in a scheme run by transport bosses to avoid scrapping the outdated vehicles. […]
‘People need to be looking for other solutions’ – Salford’s newest work space
Salford’s newest work space, Deskription, is a facility in Swinton where people can use a work station whenever it suits […]
Megabus offers free travel to university couples
Megabus is offering free travel to University students studying in different cities. Dubbed the ‘Sweetheart Saver,’ the trial will see […]
Body found on Eccles railway line
A dead body was recovered from railway tracks near Eccles early this morning. The discovery caused major disruption to train […]
Major delays on the M61 after a herd of sheep block hard shoulder
The M61 is facing delays after sheep were found straying onto the carriageway. Traffic was held between 8:50am and 9:10am […]
Major travel disruption on the trains
Salford rail passengers will be facing major travel disruption today if their journeys involve Manchester Piccadilly, due to a broken […]
Metrolink ticket-zone introduction results in higher prices
The new Metrolink ticket zones came into effect on 13 January 2019, introducing four zones across Greater Manchester resulting in higher fares.
Salford roads in breach of air pollution laws, says GMCA Clean Air Plan
In July 2017 the Government identified 12 roads in Greater Manchester that breached air pollution laws. Now, the real figure […]
New In Salford
Salford landlord fined £20,000 for unsafe property
Family of David Toulson pay tribute to their ‘beloved son, brother and uncle’
Salford City FC signs midfielder Elliot Watt on two-year deal
Solicitor swimming the channel to raise money for Salford NHS
Major new exhibition at The Lowry explores popular children’s books on the page and stage
New In Sport
Salford City FC sign midfielder Stevie Mallan on a two-year deal
“It was a chance to celebrate womens rugby league” – Jodie Cunningham on the success of the Woman’s Nines competition
Salford Red Devils Womens coach Chris Bates talks about the teams impressive start to the season
The girls rugby club breaking boundaries in Salford
“I’m not exactly built like an endurance athlete” – Salford man to walk, cycle and kayak 123 miles along the Bridgewater Canal to raise money
New in Entertainment
Salford Choral Society unveils Jubilee concert
“I Have a Connection with These People” – Salford residents feature in urban portraiture project
“It’s embracing the difference” – Heavy metal photography project aims to tackle stereotypes
Manchester Ska Foundation ready to light up Salford at Irlam Live 2022
The Salford company unearthing forgotten footage of The Beatles and Pink Floyd