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Barton Swing Aqueduct is just one of the Salford landmarks with a rich history. (Image is in the public domain.)

“People have no idea what’s on their doorstep” – Salford tour guide on the importance of local history and how lockdown has affected business

A Salford tour guide has spoken about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on her business. Elizabeth Charnley, who runs […]

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Back in Business: Holistic therapy in the community during Covid

Julia O’Reilly is a Complimentary therapist based in Irlam, with 20 years experience in the trade, she provides several ‘holistic’ therapy […]

The Print Store "Leopard Print Art" - Credit: @theprintstoremcr and Emma Blackett

“My margin would be way too small unlike major retailers!” – Local artist Emma Blackett on Black Friday sales

With Black Friday rapidly approaching on 27th November, shoppers can expect to be seeing some major discounts from big retailers, […]

Hair Salons in the Salford area can reopen when the current lockdown comes to an end. Credit: Heather Smith

“It does affect people’s mental health and wellbeing if they can’t have their hair done” – Salford’s hair salons to reopen just in time for Christmas

A Walkden hairdresser is celebrating news that salons and other close-contact services can reopen on December 3, regardless of what […]

SEVEN BRO7HERS rye IPA - Credit: SEVEN BRO7HERS

Seven Brothers brewery announces limited edition Lockdown 2.0 collection of beers

Salford craft brewery Seven Brothers is launching a series of limited-edition beers to mark lockdown 2.0. CEO Keith McAvoy from […]

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“The arts industry will come back” – The Worsley Artist’s business that is still going strong through pandemic

Doodle Around an artist business created by Meryl Lydiate, from Worsley, is still managing to survive and keep going during […]

isa Connor, landlady of The King's Arms Salford. Credit: Deborah Manley

“We have always been ahead of the curve” The King’s Arms pub in Salford refuses to give up after Tier 3 restrictions

The King’s Arms pub in Salford is preparing some drastic changes in order to re-open amid Tier 3 restrictions. Landlady Lisa Connor […]

Deli Lama's new sign. Image acquired from Deli lama's Facebook page. Permission to use

Back in Business: “We were in shock to be honest” The Deli Lama Wholefood Shop & Cafe

As we fast approach our eighth month of covid measures, businesses across the North are still adjusting and reacting to […]

Matthew O' Neill posing with a Llieno's pizza box. Image credit: Greg O' Neill.

Back in Business: “You have to invest in the community” Swinton play centre starts making pizzas to cope with covid

Many businesses have had to change the way they operate to survive during Covid. What’s the natural next step for […]