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Salford Cathedral hosts candlelit night of prayer this Friday

Salford Cathedral is hosting a candlelit event tomorrow welcoming Salfordians into a state of prayer and peace. The event takes […]

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“Scouting can have such a positive impact”- New beavers group opens in Seedley

A new scouting group has opened in Seedley, however organisers fear the impact of the cost of living crisis could impact volunteer […]

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“I wanted to give something back” – Eccles man raises more than £700 for dementia charity after mother’s death

A man from Eccles has raised hundreds of pounds for a Dementia charity following his mother’s three-year battle with the […]

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Food prices affecting local businesses and food banks in Salford

Donations to Salford food banks have dropped significantly since before Christmas but the demand remains high, say charity workers.

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Eccles Shopping Centre misses out on £20m while PM’s constituency receives same amount

A bid to bring £20 million of investment to Eccles Shopping centre has been refused by a government scheme. The […]

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DNA evidence sparks conviction appeal hope for man jailed over 2003 rape in Salford

A man who served 17 years in prison for a rape in Little Hulton, Salford that he says he did not commit could be allowed to appeal against his conviction for the first time after new DNA evidence emerged.

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Delayed week-long roadworks expected on Salford’s Frederick Road

A series of roadworks which were previously delayed are expected down Salford’s Frederick Road, this week. Traffic coming out of […]

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“Gold standard” employment practices for Salford Foundation after double-accreditation win

A Salford charity has been awarded two accreditations for offering ‘gold standards’ of employment and better standards of living for […]