Culture

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New Order’s ‘Blue Monday’ celebrates its 38th anniversary

Smokeghost CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 <https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.0/>, via Flickr   On the 7th of March, Salfordian legends, New Order, celebrate the 38th […]

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“What we’re starting to see is the emergence of a new art form” – The Lowry searches for artists to contribute to latest digital performance project

The Lowry in Salford is looking for three new artists to create digital art as part of their #LoveLowry programme this year.

Sheldon Ryan (right)

“My main goal is UFC, but first I want the Cage Warriors flyweight belt” – Salford MMA fighter tells all

Salford-born fighter Sheldon Ryan, 26, has made a name for himself in amateur mixed martial arts (MMA) and is now hoping […]

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“It really benefits people to have that human contact and is quite needed” – Salford Pride’s virtual quiz night with Miss Blair

Salford Pride have presented a quiz night hosted by Miss Blair to celebrate LGBT+ history month. The event was hosted […]

“We can give people more of their cat’s story” – Meet the mother and daughter team helping Salford’s rescue cats

During the coronavirus lockdown, rescue cats have been a comfort to so many people, providing companionship and cuddles to help […]

Islington Mill is both a cultural hub for Salford residents and a home for its artists  (Image supplied by Islington Mill).

“This is about protecting and cultivating the production of culture” – The £7m Islington Mill renovation unable to begin as no contractor found

A contractor is being sought for a £7 million renovation of Salford’s creative space and community hub, Islington Mill. The […]

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“Come and share the warmth of Salfordians”- artists create virtual reality hugs

Young adults and adults with a physical disability in Salford are being asked to share their memories of hugs to be developed into a 10 minute narrative told through theatre puppetry.

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“It captures the real spirit of Salford and the dedication of our key workers” – Tribute to Salford’s key workers to be showcased by the Lowry

A painting paying tribute to Salford key workers is due to appear in the “Days like These” exhibition this February. […]