Wood Street Mission say that many families in Salford still struggle to buy their child a school uniform, among other factors of poverty.
Community
Faith leaders encourage Salford locals to take up 40-day Lent challenge
Faith leaders in Salford and Greater Manchester have been talking about how Christians can participate and celebrate the importance of Lent.
Salford Royal joins in with Nutrition and Hydration Week
Nutrition and Hydration Week is aimed at bringing people together to educate them on the value of maintain health through food and drink.
Salford affected by fire service cuts
A number of cuts are being made to the Greater Manchester fire department, including closures of six stations in order to downgrade to three and re-locate to more convenient areas. Up to 113 support workers could also be made redundant due to the cuts.
Inflatable fun comes to Pendleton
A Liverpool business has recently set up their second location in Salford, bringing fun, inflatable games to the area for pre-booked events.
One in ten adults over 40 are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes
In Salford just under 14,000 people are currently diagnosed with diabetes, an estimated 90% of which will have Type 2 Diabetes.
NFL’s Jaguars visit Eccles school to teach American Football
The American Football franchise have gone around the country to teach kids how to play the game, this time visiting Lewis Street Primary in Eccles.
5 things to do to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Salford
The annual celebration of St. Patrick’s Day is next weekend, and here’s 5 things you can do to celebrate the popular Irish event in Salford this year.
“A true son of Salford” – Harold Kershner dies aged 83
Long term member of the Salford Mental Health Forum Harold Kershner has been described as “always a giver; never a taker” after his death at the age of 83.
Salford’s G-Festival announces new location and acts
G-Festival will be taking place at Worsley Park Marriott Hotel & Country Club this year on 5th May in order to raise money for Georgia’s Children of the World charity and is for all the family to enjoy.
New In Salford
‘Significant development’ as further arrests made in criminal damage investigation in Salford
Spanish-inspired bar and kitchen is set to take on MediaCity
“This is such a special milestone for me”- Salford mum makes it as a finalist in business award
Knife crime in Salford down by 44% following police’s efforts in tackling violence
New community rehabilitation centre set to open in Eccles this December
New In Sport
Langstaff delivers double against Crawley Town as Ammies stay top of the league
Local football club ‘securing future’ with upgrades
Young Salford boxer beats addiction to return to sport he loves
Major chess tournament coming to Eccles town hall
Grassroots Salford sport clubs set to benefit from local funding
New in Lifestyle
Spanish-inspired bar and kitchen is set to take on MediaCity
‘A Man for All Seasons’ starring popular English actor is set to come to Lowry Theatre this November
‘It is a tremendous achievement’- Salford Museum and Art Gallery wins national award
The Choir of Man Review – A feel-good celebration of community and friendship where everyone is welcome
New ‘Beat Network’ map connects to loved Salford music venues
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