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“There’s enough in my brain without having to try and cram a load of stuff in”: Fixing the digital divide in Salford and how it impacts local residents

In an increasingly digital age, those who are not keeping up to speed with the digital world are at risk […]

Members and volunteers of Salford Veterans Breakfast CLub. Image credit: Olivia Mukerjea

“There were tears of joy on some of them”: Christmas hamper fundraiser for Salford veterans

Salford veterans were left devastated after their annual Christmas dinner plans were changed due to local COVID restrictions. The Salford Veterans […]

"I was frightened of heights!" - daredevil grandma makes 15,000ft charity skydive for Veteran Care Village

“I was frightened of heights!” – daredevil grandma makes 15,000ft charity skydive for Veteran Care Village

Daredevil grandma, Brenda Cogswell, from Eccles, has leapt from a plane at 15,000ft to raise money Broughton House Veteran Care Village in Salford.

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Fire engines from across Greater Manchester attend huge blaze at Trafford Park

Fire services were called to Trafford park this afternoon after a huge fire broke out. An industrial cooling tower is […]

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Worsley Loopline’s increased popularity during lockdown

Worsley’s Roe Green Loopline walk route has become popular for staying healthy during lockdown. With people walking their dogs, cycling […]

290 new homes in Salford Quays as plans for £75 million tower approved

290 new homes in Salford Quays as plans for £75 million tower approved

Artist’s impression Manchester developer Cole Waterhouse has been given the green light to build a £75m tower in Salford Quays. […]

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“We have had an absolute blast doing this fundraiser” – artistic fundraiser raises more than £3,000 for Salford animal charity

RSPCA Manchester and Salford fundraiser, Badly Drawn Pawtraits, has raised more than £3,000 for the animal centre. The fundraiser has […]