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“I was awake the whole time” – Man receives the first ever awake keyhole surgery at Salford Royal

Salford Royal hospital has pioneered keyhole surgery with a patient who was awake throughout the whole procedure. Oliver Moody, 26, […]

Photograph taken by Eleanor Hignett

“It allows everyone to be safe and it is not for us, it’s for everyone” – Salford’s reaction to the return of masks in shops and on public transport

Salford Now’s Courtney Davies went into Salford, asking Salfordians for their opinion on the comeback of mandatory wearing of masks […]

Healthwatch Salford's Community Forum. Photo: Healthwatch Salford, used with permission

Healthwatch Salford to host their ‘Equality’ themed open forum

Healthwatch Salford are encouraging the community to get involved in improving health and social care across the city through their […]

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“We are extremely proud of our heritage and equally proud of our people” – Salford’s MC Construction are celebrating a double triumph at the Industry Awards

Salford-based MC Construction is celebrating a double triumph at an industry awards ceremony. The family-owned business, which is celebrating its […]

Kyle Wells / Credit: Jake Penkethman 2021

“The first question I asked was am I going to die?” – How Covid prompted an Eccles native to release his first memoir detailing encounters with Ronaldo and Beckham

An Eccles man is embarking on a personal project, to inspire others to fulfil their lifelong dreams. Kyle Wells, who […]

Statue of Joseph Brotherton in Peel Park, Salford, credit: Jennifer Mawby

“It probably would have created more variety than the average working-class Victorian was used to” -  Salford’s Vegetarian Roots

Vegetarian and vegan diets are becoming the norm since an increased awareness of climate change and the meat industry.  But did you know that Salford has […]

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Salford starts singing! – The Diocese of Salford has won a successful bid to join the National School’s Singing Programme

The Diocese of Salford has recently won a successful bid that will allow it to join the National Schools Singing Programme.   […]

Photograph taken by Eleanor Hignett

SALFORD NOW LIVE BLOG 30th November 2021 – news sports and updates from around the city

Welcome to Salford Now’s live blog! Oscar Butler is curating our live blog and will be updating you throughout the […]

Days Like These exhibition poster at The Lowry. From Lowry press release - used with permission

“Vulnerable children and young people are among the hardest hit by the pandemic ” – The Lowry Christmas Appeal is ‘on a mission’ to help young people in Salford

The Lowry’s annual Christmas Appeal is back to help children and young people across Salford bounce back from the societal […]