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Sweet treats being sold for charity - Image Credits: Sophie Houghton

Salford home baker uses talent to raise money for children’s hospice

A woman living in Salford has been baking treats so that she can fundraise for Derian House Children’s Hospice. Sophie […]

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“For something fun and Covid safe to enjoy”- A tiny village created in Buile Hill Park for kids

If you go down to Buile Hill Park today, or any day for that matter, you’re sure of a miniature […]

Photo provided by Natasha Harrison

“An inspirational young leader” – Teenage volunteer honoured by Salford City Mayor

A Salford teenage volunteer has been honoured for her inspirational work helping others.  Demi-Leigh Harrison, 15, was given a special recognition […]

"We’ll see family over Zoom on Christmas Day" - the older generation in Salford staying safe from Covid while waiting for vaccine

“We’ll see family over Zoom on Christmas Day” – the older generation in Salford staying safe from Covid while waiting for vaccine

A Swinton resident is foregoing Christmas with his family due to concerns over Covid-19, saying ‘the finishing line is in […]

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“The true spirit of Salford” – Christmas hampers make sure nobody goes without

A Salford nursery is putting together Christmas hampers to help families in need this weekend.  Kidzrus, which has five nurseries […]

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First phase of £2.5 bn development at The Crescent set to begin

A £2.5 billion Salford Crescent masterplan to regenerate a key area of the city includes a new Metrolink station and […]

The Unicorn Pub in Salford, soon to be demolished. Photo credit: Lee Hodson, used with permission

“They could have supported us better” – Unicorn pub campaigner blasts Salford City Council in email

A campaigner behind the failed bid to save Salford’s Unicorn pub has hit out at the city council. Gary Parsons […]

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Salford Santa’s Grotto will open for an extra day due to demand

Salford Santa’s Grotto at Hug in a Mug will open for an extra day due to the high demand to help their community and keep the café from closing.

Are Salford animals in distress? - Irlam animal sanctuary operating during Covid

Are Salford animals in distress? – Irlam animal sanctuary operating during Covid

Two Salford animal rescue charities are busy trying to protect pets from the effects of the Covid pandemic. Many pets […]