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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.

Amy Shields outside The Little Green Deli. Permission given.

“I want to help other people” – Owner of The Little Green Deli helping the community through Covid

The Little Green Deli is helping vulnerable people in the community throughout lockdown. Amy Shields, the owner, has experience in […]

“It’s always been in me; I’ve always been a bit of a drama queen” – In conversation with Salford graduate Lynn Roden

“It’s always been in me; I’ve always been a bit of a drama queen” – In conversation with Salford graduate Lynn Roden

Actor Lynn Roden is no stranger to cameras and the big stage with her long line of roles from Coronation […]

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“This is a country of opportunities and democracy” – Councillor Nkurunziza recalls his journey from asylum seeker to Langworthy councillor

Salford councillor Wilson Nkurunziza sought refuge in the UK 18 years ago when he fled from a civil war in […]

Marjorie Ainsworth, president of the Film Society (photo from 2016)

“Watching films helps you stay in the zeitgeist, and guarantees you won’t have a mouldy old age” – The oldest film club in existence celebrates 90th birthday

Salford is home to the oldest film club in existence and is still headed by the original president, who is […]

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“Faith can move mountains” – How a Salford church are keeping the faith by bringing the community together during Coronavirus

Greater Manchester is an accepting place – regardless of race or religion, you’re welcome here.  Breaking it down, we find […]

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“Supporting artists is crucial, especially in this time” – a Salford University graduate provides face masks to the local community

The Covid-19 pandemic has had an immense impact on peoples livelihoods, something that those who work in the arts know […]

Sweet Genius, Swinton
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“The first week of lockdown was the quietest we’d had since opening” – Salford business going into tier 3

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s a tough time of year for small businesses. However, imagine being both a […]