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The Bridgewater foundation team dropping off half-term packages at St James' Church, Salford

Salford charities partner to feed families over half-term

Two Salford-based charities are helping to support families during the October half-term. The Bridgewater Foundation, a charity dedicated to tackling […]

Left: Jan Hoey, Right: Julie Ambrooks

Salford’s new women’s support group provides “support and a shoulder to cry on”

A Salford community group providing support and guidance for women struggling with their mental health has launched in Walkden. The […]

The Salford chippy serving up 'the freshest food' through thick and thin

The Salford chippy serving up ‘the freshest food’ through thick and thin

It’s a cold and grey morning in Salford, yet Steve and Demetrios are awake and ready to work at their […]

Salford knife amnesty Walkden

Salford knife amnesty sees 85 weapons surrendered in just one hour

85 weapons were handed over in an hour-long police force knife amnesty in Walkden. Officers from Greater Manchester Police’s Little […]

Image via Friends of Parr Fold Park

Campaign raises £3,000 to restore historic Parr Fold Park bandstand

Funds have been raised to revive one of Salford’s last remaining bandstands. A crowdfunding effort by the community group Friends […]

'We offer lifelong memories' - volunteering crisis threatens Salford Girlguiding's future

‘We offer lifelong memories’ – volunteering crisis threatens Salford Girlguiding’s future

The leader of a Girlguiding group in Walkden has issued a plea for more volunteers in order to keep branches across Salford open.

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Salford good Samaritan launches support group for women facing hardship

A Salford good Samaritan has launched a support group for women facing a whole range of issues in a bid […]

Clouds store Walkden

Beloved family-run shop celebrates grand opening of Walkden Shop After 35+ Years in Business

A much-loved holistic and wellbeing gift shop has opened its doors after moving into a brand-new location in Walkden. After […]

Over 4,000 illegal disposable vapes seized during visits by Salford City Council’s Trading Standards team - Salford City Council

Salford business and directors prosecuted for repeated sale of illegal vapes

A Walkden business and directors have been prosecuted for the repeated sale of illegal disposable vapes, resulting in fines totalling […]

Care home teams up with local group to showcase flourishing community spirit

Care home teams up with local group to showcase flourishing community spirit

A special day filled with planting flowers, laughter and the warmth of community spirit was hosted at a Little Hulton […]