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Scooters at MediaCity. Photo Credit: taken by Andrew Fisher

“They come zooming past and it’s a shock” – Industry standard sounds to be tested for e-scooters to help cut crashes

A set of industry standard sounds are set to be developed in Salford and tested globally this week and with the hope of being added to the e-scooters.

Salford mum of two kids with special educational needs, Lauren Thompsone. Image credit - Lauren Thompsone

“They are very, very valuable” – Mum-of-two praises Salford’s Special Education Needs campaign

A Salford mum-of-two has praised Salford’s ‘SpeakUp Holiday Countdown tips’ for Special Education Needs campaign, calling them ‘very valuable’. Lauren […]

Hourdad speaking about the Iranian protests
Credit: Francis Barker

Iranian man protests the execution of his countrymen in Media City

As protests continue in Iran’s capital, a Salford resident, has been demonstrating for the rights of Iranian women every weekend at […]

"We’ve done really well" - Ordsall brewery grateful for donations to expand company

“We’ve done really well” – Ordsall brewery grateful for donations to expand company

An Ordsall-based brewing company has expressed their gratitude for donations to a recent Crowdfunder which could help the business grow nationwide.

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“Developing my own business has given me a real sense of purpose for the future”: Bowel cancer survivor turned entrepreneur celebrates 10 years cancer free

A Salford Bowel Cancer survivor has celebrated her fifth year running her own dog bed business. Carole Duck, 64, from […]

Salford Firsts statue of a horse

“If you’ve got the funds go and buy it”- The £11,995 model being sold to commemorate Salford’s history

A statue of a horse bearing a small part of Salford history has become available to buy with proceeds going […]

Children gather around mindfulness coach Jessica Walker

Mindfulness classes for young people in Salford to start at The Lowry

Mindfulness classes, involving calming activities, will be starting at The Lowry in March, running until June for school groups in Salford.