Tag: Salford

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“It’s vital that we all listen to the voices of people who have too often been marginalised” – Salford organisations attend Challenge Poverty Week

Several Salford poverty action groups have come together for ‘Challenge Poverty Week’, to discuss issues surrounding poverty in Salford. Local […]

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“It’s just a celebration like everything else” – Salford business react to National Own Business Day

Salford business owners have welcomed National Own Business Day, which honours those who have set up their own companies across the country.

"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 […]