Tag: Salford

"We have all come together" - My Salford Our Home event will showcase African culture

“We have all come together” – My Salford Our Home event will showcase African culture

The organisers of an event in Salford during Black History Month say they hope to showcase African arts, language, dress […]

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“He paved the way for this”- Remembering Salford born scientist James Prescott Joule

On the anniversary of his death, Salford Lecturer Dr. Heather Yates speaks about a brewer’s son from Salford, who changed […]

Buile Hill park.
photo taken by me: Jonna Rogers

“I wanted it to be for all the family” – Salford families march for World Mental Health Day

Families gathered in Salford’s Buile Hill Park to join a walk to promote mental health.  Visit From The Stork CIC, […]

"We want young blood" - Salford Croquet Club encourages people of all ages to get involved in sport

“We want young blood” – Salford Croquet Club encourages people of all ages to get involved in sport

Croquet was first played over 160 years ago in 1856. In Salford, it’s still going strong. Local team Salford Croquet […]

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“I am spending a lot more than I used to” – Salford residents react to rising food prices

Salford residents have noticed an increase in their weekly shopping bill due to rising food prices. The boss of Kraft […]

“The writing is inspired by people who are from local communities” – ‘Hold Me Close’ heads to Salford Arts Theatre

“The writing is inspired by people who are from local communities” – ‘Hold Me Close’ heads to Salford Arts Theatre

Salford audiences can enjoy the premiere of a new play ‘Hold Me Close’ at Salford Arts Theatre on October 15. The […]

“The only local one closed down years ago" - Walkden's only record store opens at Walkden Town Centre

“The only local one closed down years ago” – Walkden’s only record store opens at Walkden Town Centre

The owner of Walkden’s only record store says it will cater for local tastes and recommendations. Sticky Black Tarmac, launched […]

“The government haven’t acted enough” - TV's George Clarke on 'nuts' response to cladding crisis

“The government haven’t acted enough” – TV’s George Clarke on ‘nuts’ response to cladding crisis

Television presenter George Clarke and Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, have said that the government has not done enough […]