Born in post-war Ordsall, John Virgo never forgot the city that shaped his humour, grit and unmistakable voice.
Author: Edward Hayton
Salford RLFC boss Mike Grady pleased by “effort and commitment” in Hull FC defeat
Salford RLFC boss Mike Grady praised the effort shown by his players in their 60-0 Challenge Cup defeat to Hull […]
Salford RLFC knocked out of the Challenge Cup by ruthless Hull FC
Salford RLFC were emphatically knocked out of the Challenge Cup 60-0 by Hull FC. Mike Gray’s men cruised past amateur […]
Salford residents urged to have their say on plans to upgrade playing fields
Residents have been invited to have their say on plans to develop an area of playing fields in Salford. New […]
Serial robber who attacked Salford women jailed for 14 years
A serial robber who deliberately targeted lone women across Salford and Greater Manchester has been jailed for 14 years. Jason […]
“Salford is a city of sanctuary” – Inside the launch of a new scheme tackling hate crime
“Hate has no place in Salford” was the message from hundreds of big-hearted charity workers, councillors and law enforcement representatives […]
Salford residents urged to have their say on housing standards
Salford residents have been urged to take part in a consultation launched to improve housing standards in the city. The […]
Man charged after shooting on residential street in Salford
A man has been charged in connection with a shooting which took place on a Salford street. At around 8.16pm […]
“A typical Salford lad who will go down in snooker history” – John Virgo dies aged 79
Salford-born snooker legend and broadcaster John Virgo has died at the age of 79. Tributes have been paid to the […]
Salford City land attacker Ehibhatiomhan on loan from Southampton
Salford City have signed Southampton forward Princewill Ehibhatiomhan on loan until the end of the current season. The 20-year-old striker […]
New In Salford
DNA testing has improved since Malkinson wrongful rape conviction, court hears
Man on trial for Salford rape that saw Andrew Malkinson wrongfully jailed came home with no shirt, ex-wife tells court
Brewery Seven Brothers to close a Salford site
Salford community groups encouraged to apply for £5,000 of funding
Salford group, Heads Up Gentlemen, nominated for BBC award
New In Sport
Daniel Udoh nets winner as Salford City sink struggling Harrogate Town
Salford RLFC make Toby Hughes loan deal permanent
Salford businessman hopes record-breaking £660,000 buy can strike at Cheltenham Festival
Fabio Borini: Playing for Salford City beats “watching the Champions League at home”
Salford businessman Ged Mason reveals his leading Cheltenham Festival contenders
New in Lifestyle
Bleach headline joyous celebration of indie music at Salford’s Eagle Inn pub
Cast announced for world premiere of Bank of Dave the Musical at The Lowry Theatre
Line-up of events to help you celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Salford 2026
Salford mums invited to free music event for Mother’s Day at Weaste and Seedley Social Club
Salford star Adam Thomas heading back on ITV for I’m a Celeb South Africa
Recent Comments