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“Talking about things is so important and some people don’t have anyone to do that with.” Chatty Benches in Walkden has been set up for people who need someone to talk to

“Talking about things is so important and some people don’t have anyone to do that with.” Chatty Benches in Walkden has been set up for people who need someone to talk to

A bench area in Walkden shopping centre has been set up to offer support and be a place for people […]

Everyone at Drive-Thru Santas Grotto
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“We as a church see it as our duty to serve the community” – Dan Eden talks about their Santas Grotto Drive-Thru which offers a new safe Christmas event to the community.

Kings Church in Salford is hosting its second Santa’s Grotto Drive-Thru on the 4th December after their smashing success last […]

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“For me it’s massively important that an organisation like ourselves, and the volunteers, get the recognition” – Salford Survivor Project shortlisted for award

The Salford Survivor Project has been shortlisted for Community Group of the Year at the Forever Manchester Birthday Party event. […]

Paulo Still and his dog
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“It is a place to reset, relax as you surrender to the sound around you” – Paulo Still, his thoughts about his class Sound Healing Meditation

In the runup to Christmas you may be feeling anxious about buying Christmas presents for your friends and family, sorting […]

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“Unless you’re over 70, you’re not prioritised” – Salford patients struggle to see GPs face to face

Salford patients have described over month-long waiting times at their local GP practices and being denied in-person appointments, even after […]

Andy Reid with Karen Miller at Broughton House Veteran Care Village - permission via press release

“They are the Chelsea Pensioners of the north” – A veteran has become an ambassador for Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford

Veteran Andy Reid MBE has become the ambassador for Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford. Dubbed the home of […]

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“Sweaty Mama is a place where you’re not isolated” – Mother-baby workout classes offer safe space for parents

Sweaty Mama is a parent-baby workout class aiming to offer mums a safe support network. Anna Holvey, leader of the […]

Christos Christophides and Holly Hook
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“You are very critical of yourself, not just of other people” – Salford TikTok dancers explain how they use social media to gain exposure

Dance students use the social media platform TikTok to enhance their careers, but claim ‘it’s harder for artists now.’ Christos […]