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Salford gran to swim 400 lengths for charity

Salford Gran, Linda Ryan, is undertaking a swimming marathon to raise money for a children’s charity. The 71-year-old is aiming to […]

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“What should be a one-minute journey takes up to 15 minutes” – Residents launch petition to remove obstructing zig-zag barriers

A petition to remove zig-zagged barriers across the Adelphi Footbridge has gained over 60 signatures in less than a week. […]

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Average house prices in Kersal and Broughton ‘fall by £39,000 since June’

Figures from estate agent Rightmove suggest there has been ‘a drop of £39,637’ in average house prices in Broughton and […]

Salford firms fear for the future as UK heads for darkest financial winter in decades

Salford firms fear for the future as UK heads for darkest financial winter in decades

Salford businesses have shared their fears over soaring costs as the UK heads for its darkest financial winter in decades.  As […]

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“I can’t imagine Salford without the canal” – The history of Bridgewater Canal

Opened on July 17th 1761, the Bridgewater Canal has cemented itself in history as a model for all canals built […]

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“I started teaching with seven people but in the past week that has gone up to fifteen” – Art classes in Boothstown, Salford.

Zak Kadir talks about giving back, as he offers art classes to his local community. Boothstown’s Zak Kadir, 20, has […]

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“People are coming out because they don’t want to sit in a cold house” – Salford community centre offers free breakfast and lunch to elderly as cost of living crisis worsens

Langworthy Cornerstone community centre is offering Salford residents aged 65 or over a free lunch or breakfast until October 24. […]