From childhood lessons in giving back to leading volunteer groups in Salford, Andy Salter has spent years quietly improving his community.
Our pick
Salford Heroes: John Virgo – The Ordsall lad who became snooker’s soundtrack
Born in post-war Ordsall, John Virgo never forgot the city that shaped his humour, grit and unmistakable voice.
Salford Heroes: Leslie Holmes – caretaker, curator, artist
For more than two decades, Leslie Holmes has been an integral pillar of innovation and preservation at the Salford Lads’ Club.
Salford Heroes: Albert Finney – a ‘modest, grounded Salford boy’
From a redbrick Salford terrace to the big screen, Albert Finney’s extraordinary career was shaped by the city he never stopped calling home.
Salford woman made a dame in New Year Honours
A nuclear scientist, engineer and policy advisor from Salford has been given a damehood in the King’s New Year Honours. […]
How likely are ‘eco-populist’ Greens to win in Salford?
Salford Green supporters are hoping for a once-in-a-century moment in politics as the party shoots up the polls. The Green […]
WW2 veteran becomes sixth centenarian at Salford’s Broughton House
A World War Two veteran has become the sixth resident at Salford’s Broughton House to join its growing group of […]
“We love each other, we care about each other” – 25 years on, the Monton Voices choir is still in harmony
This Salford choir has performed for every audience and every cause imaginable. From St Annes Hospice to singing in the cold at Christmas…
Remembering the Irlam gas explosion, 15 years on: The day Merlin Road changed forever
This month marks 15 years since a gas explosion in Salford, Greater Manchester, left 15 people injured and four homes destroyed.
The Salford chippy serving up ‘the freshest food’ through thick and thin
It’s a cold and grey morning in Salford, yet Steve and Demetrios are awake and ready to work at their […]
New In Salford
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Salford musician’s unpublished play to be shown 80 years later
Salford’s Brentnall Academy crowned as “flourishing” by Ofsted
New In Sport
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Stepping up: The Stroll for Salford returns
Veteran goalkeeper Lee Burge signs for Salford
Manchester Swinton Lionesses win victory 38-14 in tough encounter with Warrington Wolves
New in Lifestyle
Salford musician’s unpublished play to be shown 80 years later
Salford Chapel Street’s transformation to be celebrated this Saturday
BBC’s Contains Strong Language set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in Salford
Curious artwork comes to Salford Museum & Art Gallery this weekend
Salford pubs celebrates Boddingtons links with menu inspired by local beer
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