40 years on, a former Salford miner has reflected on the 1984 miner’s strike, which saw thousands of miners across the country walk away from the pits.
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Group campaigning to save Agecroft Chapel recieves charity status: “It opens so many doors for us now”
An organisation campaigning for the reparation of the Agecroft Chapel has gained charity status to assist in their efforts. The […]
Salford Quays to welcome gruelling 3.2km rowing race this weekend
Rowers from across the North West will be coming to Salford Quays this Saturday to take part in the Agecroft […]
Salford’s forgotten past: Agecroft and Clifton collieries
Not long ago, Salford was a vital part of the Manchester Coalfield, with a collection of coal pits including the […]
“It really helps them excel, at all aspects of life” – Salford-based school rowing programme wins British Rowing Project of the Year award
A school rowing project based at Salford Quay’s Agecroft Rowing Club has been awarded Project of the Year by British […]
“I’ll be in uniform, sword and medal” – How the community is observing Salford Remembrance Day
During this Salford Remembrance Day, we look back on the achievements and show respect to those that fought and in […]
University of Salford rowing team complete first race of the season
THE University of Salford rowing team complete their first race of the season. Seven different crews including Manchester, Chester, and fastest in […]
New In Salford
Foundation 92 launches new campaign to deliver financial inclusion
Irlam and Cadishead Academy earns ‘Good’ Ofsted rating after years of hard work
Missing 16-year-old girl from Salford found
Teenager jailed for stabbing victim in the neck at Salford precinct
Two people in Eccles arrested following drug raid
New In Sport
£660k project sees 22 local tennis courts reopen in Salford
Salford Red Devils Foundation host Easter rugby sessions for girls
Undefeated Salford boxer announces first fight of 2024
“It’s not the cheapest sport in the world” – Winton cricket coach on importance of government investment in grass roots sport
Eccles Chess Club starts an all-female group – “It’s fun, it doesn’t have to be serious”
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