Tag: Salford

"We want young blood" - Salford Croquet Club encourages people of all ages to get involved in sport

“We want young blood” – Salford Croquet Club encourages people of all ages to get involved in sport

Croquet was first played over 160 years ago in 1856. In Salford, it’s still going strong. Local team Salford Croquet […]

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“I am spending a lot more than I used to” – Salford residents react to rising food prices

Salford residents have noticed an increase in their weekly shopping bill due to rising food prices. The boss of Kraft […]

“The writing is inspired by people who are from local communities” – ‘Hold Me Close’ heads to Salford Arts Theatre

“The writing is inspired by people who are from local communities” – ‘Hold Me Close’ heads to Salford Arts Theatre

Salford audiences can enjoy the premiere of a new play ‘Hold Me Close’ at Salford Arts Theatre on October 15. The […]

“The only local one closed down years ago" - Walkden's only record store opens at Walkden Town Centre

“The only local one closed down years ago” – Walkden’s only record store opens at Walkden Town Centre

The owner of Walkden’s only record store says it will cater for local tastes and recommendations. Sticky Black Tarmac, launched […]

“The government haven’t acted enough” - TV's George Clarke on 'nuts' response to cladding crisis

“The government haven’t acted enough” – TV’s George Clarke on ‘nuts’ response to cladding crisis

Television presenter George Clarke and Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, have said that the government has not done enough […]

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Metrolink industrial action to strike Manchester Marathon

Metrolink strikes are expected to severely hamper mobility around Salford and the Greater Manchester area this Sunday.  The slated walkout […]

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Herbert Vaughan anniversary – A look at the life and career of Salford’s youngest Bishop who went on to become Archbishop and being recognised by the Vatican itself

This passing week marked the 149th anniversary of Cardinal Hebert Vaughan being appointed as Salford’s Bishop, a role he served […]

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‘Getting fresh blood into the industry’ is ‘really important’ – HGV drivers in Salford react to petrol and driver shortages

Copyright: © Copyright David Dixon and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.. Geograph.ie A Salford HGV driver spoke […]

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Salford’s own Angel Gomes earns his first England U21s call-up

Highly-rated prospect 21-year-old Angel Gomes has been handed his maiden callup for England’s U21 side for their latest round of […]