Walkden

“It has cost us quite a bit of money” Electrical fault affects Walkden businesses this past week

Business owners in Salford are reportedly still affected by a recent electrical fault in the area, which first occurred on […]

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North Walkden FC assistant coach aims for semi-pro within five years

North Walkden FC assistant first-team coach Anthony Staines is dreaming big after saying that he hopes the club can become […]

“It’s that first step that we need to talk about” – Peer support organisation to launch regular Salford walking group

A peer support organisation is to set up a regular Salford walking group in the new year. ‘Talk about it […]

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Salford Santa’s Grotto will open for an extra day due to demand

Salford Santa’s Grotto at Hug in a Mug will open for an extra day due to the high demand to help their community and keep the café from closing.

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“It is a great way to make a connection with others in our community” – Co-op Academy Walkden write Christmas cards to local care home

Co-op Academy Walkden has written Christmas cards to a local care home during the Covid-19 pandemic to connect with residents […]

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Tier three has “reshaped” hospitality industry says Salford-based DJ Kolex

A Salford-based DJ has reacted to November’s lockdown and tier three restrictions, claiming it is “devastating” to see bars and […]

Walkden Mother's relief after son diagnosed with rare disorder

Walkden Mother’s relief after son diagnosed with rare disorder

A Walkden Mother has described her relief after her son was diagnosed with a rare disorder. The KBG Syndrome Foundation describes […]

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Community cafe hosting “Sanitized Santa” in this years Christmas grotto

Walkden community cafe, Hug in a Mug, will still host their socially distanced Santa’s Grotto despite Salford going back into […]

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“The tattoo industry has really suffered” – Salford tattoo artist on how lockdown has impacted the industry

The owner of a Walkden tattoo studio says the sector has struggled during lockdown and believes businesses may close as […]